Wanaka Vacation house to let with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and air con

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  • House
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 1 mi
  • Ski
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

** Special 22nd July to 26th July $80 night for 2 guests **

SKI FIELDS- Cardrona & Treble Cone 30mins drive from house

**Family Ski Special $120 night for family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children **

FANTAIL COTTAGE PROPERTY SUMMARY:

Absolute lakefront location with panoramic lake & mountain views over Lake Hawea.

Fantail Cottage is newly built, fully furnished, open-planned modern cottage, with sweeping uninterrupted views over Lake Hawea, plenty of all day sun and privacy.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS:

Fantail Cottage (sleeps 4) plus NEW additional Self Contained Studio Room (sleeps 4) + Toilet (sleeps 4) Double bed & sofa bed, fridge, microwave, TV + DVD Player & heatpump

KEY FEATURES: Sports Equipment all supplied

* SKI FIELDS- Cardrona & Treble Cone ONLY 30mins away

* FREE to use Kayaks + Lifejackets & Bikes + Helmets

* FREE to use our Golf Clubs, 9 hole golf course 5min drive

* FREE to use our Tennis rackets, Cricket Set+balls

* FREE Unlimited WIFI Internet

* SKY TV with Sports Channels

* 2min walk to shop for groceries, restaurant & bar

* 2 heat pumps, double glazed windows, very warm.

* Outdoor garden & entertaining areas

* BBQ & seating, enclosed backyard for the children.

* Parking on and off-street

Plus....plenty of Comedy/Action/Children's DVDs, books & boardgames

Wanaka Vineyards & Wineries best in Central Otago short drive away.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:

Bedroom 1 = x1 King bed and ensuite with lakeviews & sliding door out onto the verandah.

Studio room = x1 Double bed & sofa bed + toilet

In lounge x1 Sofa bed & 1 stretcher available

FREE to use Baby gear: Portacot , Stroller / Mt Buggy, High chairs , please request when making your booking.

KITCHEN:

Kitchen fully equipped with quality French Le Creuset cookware, Coffee, tea & sugar supplied.

-Dishwasher, kitchen appliances - blender, slow cooker.

ENTERTAINMENT AND LIVING AREAS

BBQ 4 burner, tables and chairs.

5 mins to children's playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, cricket pitch, 9 hole Golf course in Lake Hawea

LOCATION:

Fantail Cottage is only 2 min walk to the town centre - for groceries ,café & shop, also house is located opposite a restaurant & bar.

Relax & enjoy the stunning views with all day sun on the outdoor verandah.

Abundance of birdlife in the landscaped garden with Fantails, Tui's, Bellbirds. Nearby bush walks, bike tracks and fishing spots.

Rest, Relax & enjoy Fantail Cottage a home away from home!

LOCAL EVENTS:

Weekend Events : Wanaka Warbirds, EPIC Mt Bike Lake Hawea Race, Challenge Wanaka, Sovereign Tri Series Wanaka, Rippon Festival, Godzone adventure race.

Festivals and shows in Wanaka

• Warbirds over Wanaka (Easter)

• Rippon Music Festival (February)

• A&P Show (March)

• New Zealand Mountain Film Festival (July)

• Wearable Art Show (August)

• The Wanaka Winter Festival (August/September)

• Wanakafest (October)

• Art Exhibitions (Labour weekend and Easterweekend)

• Stars In Your Eyes (September)

• Festival of Colours

• Sunday farmers' market (every Sunday spring-autumn)

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed Sofa beds
  • Beds in other rooms: Full bed 2 Sofa beds Twin bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 Toilet Only

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Crib
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Bicycles available
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Safe
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Interaction with guest

This is a spacious cottage plus studio room for extra guests and teenagers. The owner is not onsite however the house is serviced after every guest. Guests are requested to leave the house clean and tidy as they found it. The small cleaning fee also covers quality linen hire, sheets & towels, linen cleaning, rubbish removal and a full house clean. Firewood is included also. Guests have full access to the house and its amenities. We supply the basics ie. tea, coffee & sugar. Linen, soap, toilet paper, and cleaning products for guests to use. Linen supplied: Quality bed linen (sheets, duvets & pillows), bathtowels, bathmats, tea towels & handtowels. Guests will be emailed the arrival instructions prior to arrival date.
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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Adult kayaks and bikes, please be responsible and use the lifejackets and helmets provided.
We take no personal liability for any loss whilst using the equipment - kayaks and bikes. Kayaks only to be used by adults and used on the margins of Lake Hawea.

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About the owner

Fantail C.
Calendar last updated:
18 Apr 2024

Years listed:
8

Based in:
New Zealand
Languages spoken: English
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Angie S

Idyllic!
May 2019

Great location, wonderful views, very comfortable accommodation very well equipped. Can’t wait to return for third time !

4 Aug 2019

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Response from the owner
Thank you for coming back,always welcomed. Safe travels

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

karenl_bishop

Beautiful relaxing surroundings with cottage set amidst magnificent scenery
Mar 2018

All reviews written about the property have been based on outdoor activity families needing a place to stay. Our group had no need of kayaks and bicycles on offer as we were touring around at a seda… More 

25 Mar 2018

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Response from the owner
Thank you for your review. We have built a sleepout at the back of the cottage to accommodate more guests which was an option offered to you when you booked at the time, have a good rest of your trip around NZ . Take care

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

dalep340
Crieff, United Kingdom

Brilliant place to stay
Jan 2018

We have stayed here several times and have to say it is one of our favourite cottages. Everything you need is there and more including bikes, kayaks for the adventurist. It is an easy place to stay so… More 

6 Mar 2018

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A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

Heaven on earth
Jan 2016

This is heaven on earth to me. The location, view and cottage were all PERFECT. Clean cottage in the perfect location. It had everything you could possibly need there. Very comfortable for 3 adults. F… More 

24 Mar 2016

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Response from the owner
Thank you kindly for the positive feedback, welcome back again when you next visit NZ, We would love to have you stay, Safe travels,

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Fantail (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Fantail (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Fantail (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Fantail the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online and send Fantail (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Fantail (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Book your stay form, a booking request is sent to Fantail (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your holiday dates in the Book your stay form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Fantail (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my holiday?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Fantail (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Fantail (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my holiday?

You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Fantail (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Fantail (the owner) a message.

If Fantail (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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