Arawata Luxury Chalet

Tucked into the hillside above Lake Wakatipu, this designer cosy chalet is your private escape from the world. Featuring a roaring log fire, tiled bathroom, luxe king bed and panoramic lake and mountain views. Just 5 minutes from Queenstown - but you’ll feel like you’re a thousand miles away.

For couples who crave quiet, comfort, and scenery so good it feels unreal. Welcome to The Arawata Hideaway - your private luxury chalet nestled above Queenstown, where misty mornings, mountain stillness, and slow coffee become your new rituals. This designer space has been completely renovated with high-spec style and absolute serenity in mind. Whether you`re here for romance, a solo recharge, or just a peaceful base to explore Queenstown, this place delivers what no hotel room can: privacy, soul, and views to lose yourself in.

Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Lake views from every window. You’ll wake up to an endless sweep of water and peaks, including The Remarkables - no curtains needed.
✅ Chalet-style living with designer comforts - two-story layout with open-plan living below and a serene king bedroom above.
✅ Warm & cosy, no matter the season - underfloor heating in the bathroom, heat pump, log burner, & electric blanket.
✅ Hotel spec bed, but better - Luxury imperial king bed with wool-blend pillow top, crisp cotton linen, and no elevator chimes outside your door.
✅ Chef ready kitchenette - Compact but complete: ceramic cooktop, dishwasher drawer, microwave, espresso machine, and starter essentials.
✅ Private Outdoor Deck - step out with a glass of wine, soak up the silence, and watch the sun sink over the lake.
✅ Ultra HD Streaming + High-Speed WiFi - Chromecast-enabled TV, so you can binge your shows
✅ Laundry convenience - Washer/dryer, iron and laundry essentials all in-unit.
✅ Extra space available - book the neighbouring 2-bedroom apartments, or main house above for larger groups or events.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements:
Upstairs loft-style bedroom: Imperial King bed with luxury linen and electric blanket, adjoining WC for night time convenience, and views stretching toward The Remarkables.

🚿 Bathrooms:
Fully tiled bathroom with walk-in shower, underfloor heating, eco amenities, heated towel rail

🧺 Extras + Amenities:
In-unit washer/dryer combo
Iron, board, laundry powder
Locked shed access for ski gear, bikes and gear
Off-street & on-street parking
Exterior CCTV (for security, not privacy invasion)

Things to note:
- Strictly no smoking, pets, or parties
- Guests must be 25+ or accompanied by an adult
- External CCTV present this is not monitored unless an issue occurs
- 3% of your booking fee is non refundable due to bank charges out of our control.
- A pre authorized charge will be placed on your card 2 days before check out - this is a security deposit & will be refunded automatically if no damages occur.
- The chalet has low ceilings in some areas, which may require extra care for taller guests.

📍 Location & Access:
5-minute drive to Queenstown
35-min lakeside walking trail into town
Bus stop 1 min away — $2 to CBD or airport
On and off-street parking
Access from the parking area to the chalet is via a gravel path with a few steps, which may be challenging for large suitcases and is not suitable for wheelchair access.

House rules:
💬 Before You Book
We kindly ask all guests to read the full listing details to ensure the property is a good fit for your group. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out we’re happy to help!

⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is from 3:00pm onwards unless pre-arranged otherwise.

Check-out is by 10:00am.
We ask that the property is left in a tidy state. Unscheduled late check-outs or excessive mess may result in additional cleaning fees.

🚭 Smoking
All our properties are strictly non-smoking. If evidence of indoor smoking is found, a minimum $200 NZD fee will apply for deep cleaning.

🛠️ Damage, Keys & Callouts
We ask that you treat the home with care.
If any damage occurs, keys are lost, noise complaints arise, or an unnecessary callout is required due to guest actions, we reserve the right to charge $60/hr + GST for management time.

👉 Please note: Callouts required after 5:00pm or on weekends/public holidays may incur a higher fee to reflect after-hours service costs.

👥 Guest Numbers & Age Requirement
The lead guest must be 25 years or older and present during the stay. We reserve the right to ask you to cancel your booking if you do not meet the above requirements. We may request ID verification for all guests.

The total number of guests must not exceed the number confirmed in the reservation.

🐾 Pets
Pets are not permitted unless specifically stated in the listing.

🔇 Noise
To respect our neighbours, we ask for quiet time between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
Noise complaints may incur a minimum $100 NZD fee.

🎉 Parties & Gatherings
Parties, events, or large gatherings are not permitted. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain a peaceful environment for everyone.

🧹 During Your Stay
We appreciate guests leaving the property as they found it:
- Please don’t rearrange furniture or remove items.
- Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
- Leave keys in the lockbox upon departure.
- All linen is professionally hired — any missing or damaged items may incur a replacement fee.

🚨 Serious Breaches
We reserve the right to cancel your stay without refund if house rules are not followed. Any illegal activity will be reported to authorities and additional management fees may apply.

🧒 Children & Safety
Please ensure all children are supervised down the garden bank.

🔒 Guest Safety & Liability
Please ensure all doors and windows are locked when leaving the property.

While we take great care to provide a safe space, we cannot be held responsible for personal loss, damage, or injury during your stay.

🌍 Force Majeure
We’re unable to accept responsibility for cancellations due to unforeseen events beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters, travel disruptions, pandemics). Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

💵 Rates & Fees
All rates are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise stated. Additional fees may apply if house rules are not respected.

📅 Cancellations
We recommend all guests have travel insurance in place. Our cancellation policy will apply to all bookings, and we are unable to offer refunds for circumstances outside of our control.

By placing a booking with us, you agree to the above terms and house rules. Thank you for your understanding — we truly look forward to hosting you!