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Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Gym

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Garden

About this property

Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka

Luxurious self contained 60 sqm guest house situated in Penrith Park.

Enjoy incredible mountain views whilst having your morning coffee brewed by the supplied Nespresso Machine.

Large kings sized bed with linen sheets, warm duvet and electric blanket in winter.

The bathroom has underfloor heating, a large walk in shower, heated towel rail and drying room for ski gear.

Penrith Park Beach in Lake Wanaka is 5 minutes walk away. Cycle 5 minutes and arrive at the famous Sticky Forest Bike tracks. Wanaka township is 5 minutes drive. There are also two mountain bikes (his and hers) available for use with helmets and bike lock supplied. Please note use of bikes is entirely at guests own risk.

Guests have free access to Peninsular Bay's stunning facilities of a large heated swimming pool in summer, 2 spa pools heated all year round, well equipped gymnasium and BBQ's

And lastly there is an arrival welcome pack inc. tea and coffee for all guests.

Facilities include;
Heat pump/Air conditioner
Unlimited Free Wifi
55" Smart TV with Apple TV so guests can log into their streaming services.
Microwave
Nespresso Coffee Machine
Kettle
Toaster
Hair Dryer
Dishwasher
Iron and Ironing board
Drying room for Ski Gear
Webber BBQ
General kitchen items etc.
Fire Extinguisher

Special conditions:
There is a cot available for babies or we can provide a camp bed for an older child for an added charge.

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Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 20042216

Property # 20042216

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Wānaka

Located in Wānaka, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Wānaka Golf Club and Rhyme and Reason Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Puzzling World and The Great Maze. Wānaka Lavender Farm and Crossfire Wānaka are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.

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Wanaka, Wanaka

What's nearby

beach near Beacon Point - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Wānaka Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
Rippon Vineyard - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
Mount Iron Lookout - 18 min drive - 7.7 km
Cardrona Alpine Resort - 40 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬7 min drive
‪Relishes Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Big Fig - ‬7 min drive
‪Hello Ranger - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka located?

Located in the heart of Wānaka, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Wānaka and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Pembroke Park and Wānaka Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

3 Dec, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautiful property with outstanding views Jay made us feel very welcome Close to town Highly recommend to others

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

25 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice accomodation,

Great stay, tidy and comfortable, clean and nice fittings. Owner was approachable and accomodating.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2022

Thanks for choosing to stay with us . Hope you’ll be back for a visit sometime .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

14 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic get away

We loved staying in this place. It was super clean and the heat pump ensured that we stayed nice and cool. A wonderful place to relax and unwind. Really comfy bed and a super helpful host.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2023

Thanks for the kind review guys . Hope you’ll be back for a visit very soon

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

21 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We rated accommodation as "first class". The host is friendly and helpful.

Our accommodation is so neat and clean. The location is so handy only few minutes away from the Wanaka establishments. What a superb view around the place we stayed, with a good street.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2023

Hi Alice and David thanks for being such awesome guests.We hope you'll be back for a visit sometime. Best Regards Jay and Nikki

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hubert P.

5 Jan, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Vow what a beautiful place to stay, Jay the owner has built this house with passion and thinking about every small things which make guest holiday very comfortable. House was very nice and clean. Top notch place will definitely recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2024

Thanks for your kind review Hubert . We hope you’ll be back for a visit sometime soon . Safe travels . Jay and Nikki .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

3 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Wanaka

A friend and I enjoyed our two nights at this spot. It was the perfect place from which to enjoy what Wanaka has to offer. The kitchen supplies were very useful - not having a kitchen sink took a bit of getting used to but we worked it out. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2023

Thanks for your kind review Fiona. Unfortunately we don't have a kitchen sink as that would define our property as having a kitchen and we didn't want to encourage cooking inside the unit as it leaves lasting odours..We do have a bathroom sink for water supplies and a dishwasher for washing plates and utensils..As you know we have a microwave ...Sorry you found it inconvenient but it was in the description..All the best.Jay

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla S.

5 Apr, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stsy

Restful spotless hideaway with magic views and the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor area . Lovely time many thanks

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr, 2021

Thanks Camilla and Steve. Glad you enjoyed your stay.We hope to see you back again for a visit soon.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

2 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow what a location

Beautiful property with all the comforts of home -very clean modern and spacious. Great neighbourhood to walk around with beautiful homes. Guesthouse very private. Jay very welcoming. Would have loved to stay longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2023

Thanks for your kind review . We hope you’ll be back for a visit sometime soon . Best regards Jay and Nikki

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

15 Jul, 2022

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Relaxing and comfortable

This was a perfect place for my husband and I to enjoy a long weekend away. Beautiful views, quiet surroundings, comfortable, clean and welcoming apartment. Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022

Thank you for your kind review Catherine . We hope you will be back for a visit sometime soon .

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

18 Dec, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very tidy

Lovely!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec, 2022

Thanks for your kind review . We hope to see you back again soon

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

11 Dec, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in Wanaka

We had a brilliant time. Our host, Jay, took us out in his boat to a unique island with a lake at the top in Lake Wanaka. There were bikes for our use and we were a short walk away from a quiet beach. Jay was very friendly and helpful, the holiday bungalow was very comfortable and private and the area was very quiet and peaceful. Altogether a perfect location.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec, 2022

Thank you for your kind review . We’re pleased you had a good stay . Hope to see you back for a visit sometime

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

13 Apr, 2023

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Mountain views & arvo sun

Great location, close to walking/biking tracks, plenty of room for the 2 of us & patio was fab for sunny afternoons with a book. Thanks Jay

Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2023

Thanks for your kind review . Hope to see you back for a visit sometime .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fraser H.

5 Feb, 2024

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Comfortable and Cozy

We had a nice short stay here and felt very comfortable and cozy the whole time whilst also being nice and spacious. It is in a very nice neighbourhood close to some quieter lakeside spots and is nicely tucked away on the property making it nice and private. Having the bikes was a nice option too.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb, 2024

Thanks for your kind review Fraser.. we hope you’ll be back for a visit sometime soon .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

23 Feb, 2020

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Wonderful!

We had a fantastic time here. The guest house is really spacious with superb seating inside and out and views to die for. There is a lovely big bathroom, a very comfortable bed and ample space to make drinks and snacks. Jay was a terrific host and gave us loads of useful information about Wanaka. What more can I say?!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020

So glad you enjoyed your stay.Thank you! Hope to see you guys next time you're down South..Safe travels Jay

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie s.

3 Jan, 2023

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Beutiful view and a great location

What a lovely, stand alone property at the base of the lot with a private entry from the sidewalk! There is a huge glass entry wall with sliding door that makes for a lovely view of the mountains. The bathroom had a roomy walk-in shower. We would definitely return to this 'Stunning Guest House' in the future. Thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan, 2023

Thanks for your kind review . Hooe to see you back for a stay sometime .

Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth L.

6 Aug, 2022

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Very comfortable modern accommodation

Fairly new modern accommodation for 2-3. Very comfortable clean and tidy. Good facilities but owners unable to provide more amenities such as sink, or stove, due to regulations. More suitable for those eating out most of the time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022

Thanks for choosing to stay with us .glad you enjoyed your stay . I just wonder why you felt the need to try to deter people choosing to stay here over your sink and stove comment . We do not advertise having a kitchen sink or stove as I explained to you in person.. we not want the smell of cooking in the unit . It’s not a long stay residence . We do have a microwave and s bbq outside (which most of our visitors find sufficient . ) I can understand if we advertised these kitchen utilities but we don’t . Your wife seemed to find a problem walking to the adjacent bathroom next door to wash her hands after eating a banana ! Some people just need something to complain about I guess . I’m pretty disappointed you chose to write this in your review after we talked about the reason we chose not to put in s kitchen sink snd oven . Takes all sorts I guess .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

31 Mar, 2023

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The perfect stay!

My son and I traveled from Arizona all the way to New Zealand and truly loved staying here! The neighbor was beautiful, the house was clean, fresh, and relaxing, and Jay and Nikki were SUCH excellent hosts! It was almost as if we were staying with old friends or something. Nikki shared some DELICIOUS cheese muffins she had made with us after we arrived a day later than expected, and Jay was so kind to make himself available to drive us across to Rippon Hall one day for a wedding we were attending. His tour-guide vibes going through town did not disappoint! I also really appreciated the welcome binder and travel brochures - SO helpful! Truly loved calling this place "home" while we were on vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2023

You guys were awesome guests! It was lovely to meet and host you Hope you’ll be back for a visit sometime . Best wishes Nikki and Jay

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice place!

Beautiful location in a nice neighborhood. Landscape is pretty and the unit is spacious and new! My only ding on the property is that there is no sink in the kitchenette area. I realize that a sink was not advertised in the listing, but that wasn't really something I was looking for in the listing - that's just something that I would expect to be in the unit. However, lack of the sink is not a deal breaker - I definitely recommend this place!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2023

Thanks for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay .As you know we do not have an oven or sink in the property as we did not want a kitchen due to lingering food odour . There is a big sink in the bathroom ,dishwasher , microwave coffee machine , toaster and fridge to make up a kitchenette as well as a bbq outside for cooking…We look forward to hosting you again sometime . Best regards Nikki and Jay

Verified

10/10 Excellent

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19 Sept, 2022

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Wonderful accommodation

This property was extremely well thought out. We could see a lot of care had gone into the planning of the unit. Place has a huge walk in Shower, fantastic size strong water pressure heated floor. Has a Very Comfy Bed, which is so important. Heated bed blanket for cold nights. Jay was lovely to us, he is welcoming , friendly, easy to talk to kind of guy. when we needed guidance on the BBQ Jay was on the scene in a timely manner. Thank you, Jay! Stunning views with our morning coffee and BBQ. Had a top experience. Will be back for sure. Recommend this reliable place. Very pleased.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2022

Thanks for your kind revues guys.. glad you enjoyed your stay.. see you back for a visit sometime .

Verified

8/10 Good

Scott R.

10 Aug, 2024

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Wanaka Guest House

Place was clean and great location. Options for cooking limited to a microwave, BBQ supplied but doesn't really work in winter. The rest of the guest house well appointed. We left some coats in the cupboard which the owner nicely couriered back to us, at our request, once he was 100% positive that we had paid the courier fee. However, owner was less then friendly when we rang to request this. Accused us of breaking a door, which came of the track the moment we touched it. I refitted the door and neglected to rush straight up to the main house and tell him, to which he thought gave him the entitlement to yell at my wife over the phone. This interaction with him soured what was a great week, in a nice accommodation. Perhaps he needs to learn a little bit about ways to speak to people if he is going to be in the business of hospitality. Otherwise, nice place to stay

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024

Hi Scott, I am quite surprised at your comments below as I certainly did not shout at your wife and I object to the accusation. The BBQ is working well and our current guests are using it with no problems at all. The door was broken during your stay and had you informed us of the issue at any point over those 5 days, it would have been repaired immediately. However the damage was hidden until you left, which meant we had to get a builder within 5 hours to fix the door before the next guests arrived. I generously did not charge the repair to you both, as your wife said it was an accident when she admitted it on the phone. You also left behind 4 very large coats and expected me to courier them to yourselves for free. As there were so many I had to charge on the cost, if it had been one I would have waived the charges. We have had many wonderful reviews from great guests who respect our policies and property and its is a shame that you did not. You're the first guests in many years we would not welcome to stay with us in future.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

19 Aug, 2022

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Amazing little getaway

Loved our stay at Jays pad. Jay is an excellent host and couldn't have been more helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

24 Apr, 2022

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Utterly perfect. Thank you Jay

Clean and very well presented. Quiet and Warm....would definitely stay again Jay is a perfect host

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2022

Thanks guys ! Hope to see you back sometime .

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

13 Dec, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Minaret Ridge

We loved staying there. The host was very friendly and welcoming. The setting is beautiful. The rooms were clean, comfortable and well equipped. We will definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec, 2021

Thanks Graham . Look forward to hosting u you ou again sometime soon . Have a lovely Christmas !

Verified

10/10 Excellent

shehan g.

15 Jul, 2021

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Excellent, comfortable, great value and excellent hosting

The property was excellent and by far the best value for money we could find. Great location, very comfortable stay including a good amount of space and warmth and an excellent shower and bathroom. Jay was a superb host and went above and beyond. Will certainly be recommending to friends and colleagues. Thanks very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

26 Apr, 2021

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awesome

lovely batch with great views right near the waterfront!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2021

Glad you enjoyed your stay Caitlin . Hooe to see you back for a visit sometime .

About the host

Hosted by Jay Simonsohn

Your host Jay is from the UK and moved to Wanaka several years ago. He enjoys meeting guests from all over the world and offering them insights into the area.In his spare time he likes to swim, go e biking and explore the lake by boat.

Why they chose this property

Numerous bike paths, scenic beach close by, easy access to Wanaka centre and all it has to offer.

What makes this property unique

A quiet retreat surrounded by gorgeous mountain views, five minutes walk from the Penrith Park Beach,

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 bathroom

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Stunning guest house with amazing mountain views five minutes from Lake Wanaka

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Wānaka

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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Richard

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Very nice accomodation,

Judy P.

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

A fantastic get away

Naomi C.

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

We rated accommodation as "first class". The host is friendly and helpful.

Alice C.

10/10 Excellent

Hubert P.

Fabulous Stay

Hubert P.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Lovely stay in Wanaka

Fiona R.

10/10 Excellent

Camilla S.

Great stsy

Camilla S.

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Wow what a location

Alice C.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Relaxing and comfortable

Catherine A.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Very tidy

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.