Chalet
Cosy barn with spectacular mountain views
Chalet in Makarora
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Wanaka, Wanaka
- Place, Lake Wānaka9 min drive
- Place, Fantail Falls25 min drive
- Place, Wānaka Lavender Farm49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Cosy barn with spectacular mountain views
The Wild Earth Barn is a cosy chalet in a magnificent mountain setting, with uninterrupted views of the Wilkin Valley, Mt Aeolus glacier and the Mt Aspiring National Park. It's a particularly restful place to stay. The Barn is a self contained dwelling as part of our lodge. Wild Earth Lodge is a rammed earth home where we live and offer guests a unique wilderness experience. The property sits between two high country sheep stations in the Wilkin Valley, Makarora.
Makarora is a small township with a cafe, authentic local pub and DOC centre.
The Barn has easy access to the rivers and is 5 minutes from the boat ramp at the head of Lake Wanaka. The drive to Haast takes 1 hour and we are 40 minutes from Wanaka township.
The fishing is great here and the rivers are open for reel or fly fishing between November and April. A heli guided fishing trip is an incredible day!
The Mt Aspiring National Park has many beautiful walks and great hut facilities. Day walks to 4 day overnight tramps are all on our doorstep.
In winter Cardrona and Treble Cone Ski fields are 70 minute drive from our gate to the car parks.
We are happy to help you plan any activities or adventures such as jet boating, heli sightseeing, guided fishing or hunting, even a ride in a classic Shelby Cobra!
There are two other rooms available in the lodge (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed) each with a bathroom if you require more room.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Pets allowed with prior approval.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Makarora is a small township with a cafe, authentic local pub and DOC centre.
The Barn has easy access to the rivers and is 5 minutes from the boat ramp at the head of Lake Wanaka. The drive to Haast takes 1 hour and we are 40 minutes from Wanaka township.
The fishing is great here and the rivers are open for reel or fly fishing between November and April. A heli guided fishing trip is an incredible day!
The Mt Aspiring National Park has many beautiful walks and great hut facilities. Day walks to 4 day overnight tramps are all on our doorstep.
In winter Cardrona and Treble Cone Ski fields are 70 minute drive from our gate to the car parks.
We are happy to help you plan any activities or adventures such as jet boating, heli sightseeing, guided fishing or hunting, even a ride in a classic Shelby Cobra!
There are two other rooms available in the lodge (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed) each with a bathroom if you require more room.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Pets allowed with prior approval.
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Makarora
Makarora is home to this chalet. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wānaka and Te Wahipounamu. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.

Wanaka, Wanaka
What's nearby
- Lake Wānaka - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
- Fantail Falls - 25 min drive - 33.9 km
- Puzzling World - 47 min drive - 69.6 km
- Wānaka Lavender Farm - 49 min drive - 70.7 km
- Rippon Vineyard - 55 min drive - 77.2 km
Restaurants
- Makarora country cafe - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cameron H.
6 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Cameron H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Harvey F.
25 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay


Harvey F.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
sss g.
19 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Makarora stay
sss g.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
8 Dec, 2015
Absolutely fantastic, hard to describe such a wonderful place, lovely hosts and superb views.
10/10 Excellent
Anthony K.
21 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic destination
Anthony K.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
1 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utopia
Julie H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole E.
18 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snow capped mountains
Nicole E.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
lesley s.
12 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tops !!!!
lesley s.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
11 Mar, 2015
The beauty of the location was amazing.
10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
2 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Makarora stay
Mary C.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rod L.
23 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Rod L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kate S.
30 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a place!
Kate S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Meg H.
11 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
11 out of 10 place that I’ve never thought that exists.
Meg H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
CHRISTOPHER R.
20 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
CHRISTOPHER R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caroline L.
13 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Uninterrupted Views
Caroline L.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Scott S., Dunedin
24 Dec, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic
Scott S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent
6 Oct, 2020
Relaxed living with phenomenal views.
10/10 Excellent
Karen N.
29 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous
Karen N.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Martin F.
1 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Martin F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sam C.
11 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Australian catastrophic fires non attendance.
Sam C.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Luis R., Chicago, USA
18 Dec, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Barn with a view!
Luis R.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Max d.
29 Jun, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Max d.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dr Bruce C.
6 Jun, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome on every way.
Dr Bruce C.
10/10 Excellent
Frank C.
9 May, 2019
Makarora
Frank C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
About the host
Hosted by WildEarth
What makes this property unique
Restful wilderness escape.
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