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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Queenstown, Queenstown
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Queenstown

This apartment places you next to Lake Wakatipu and within a mile (2 km) of Queenstown Ice Arena. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Queenstown Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Queenstown Mall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Speight's Ale House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Odd Saint - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪“Life’s a Grind” Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Vacation Home

Located right on the waters edge this apartment has been designed to maximise the stunning lakeside setting! The unit is an older style home with quirky architectural style from the 90's. This is not your newly built fancy Queenstown rental but this doesn't stop you from experiencing the wonderful views with peace and quiet. The unit is also located close enough to enjoy the restaurants and shopping downtown, with only a 15min walk along the waters edge into town.

Featuring generous open plan living and dining areas ideal for indoor / outdoor entertaining.

A heat pump and fireplace (with a good supply of firewood) keep the chill off in winter and the comfy lounge suite offers a haven for you to sit back and relax.

The fully fitted kitchen is complete with everything you need to self cater. Appliances include; dishwasher, gas hob, electric oven, microwave and large fridge/freezer.

Approx distances:
Town - 1.5km
Airport - 5km
Arrowtown - 17km

Apartment Layout:
Ground Level - Entrance, open plan living with 50" flat screen TV and dining area, fully fitted kitchen, balcony access.
Lower Level - Three bedrooms, configured as King, Queen and Twin rooms. Master bedroom ensuite, large family bathroom and laundry. All linen is included.

The unit is down a short steep driveway with stairway access to the units front door. If anyone in your group has mobility difficulties I recommend you stay elsewhere.
* Don't stay here if you are not able to carry your luggage down a large set of stairs.
* We have a STEEP driveway, due to living in an alpine town. We will not be able to accomodate Mini Vans, unless you are use to steep driveways.

Please note:
We do have 1 Port-a-cot and High Chair available but you will need to bring your own bedding for the port-a-cot
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only please.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$90.00 per stay); Linen (included);

We do also have the unit next door available for rental if your dates are unavailable, please let us know and we can check if this unit is free for you.
https://www.homeaway.co.nz/holiday-accommodation/p20032367?uni_id=4421881

If a Government Covid19 Lockdown occurs and it affects your stay. Please contact us and we can arrange a full refund for any nights not required or unused. Please note, this may not included the websites service fee you book from. Please check this side of things before making your booking. Many thanks.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Home Queenstown
Lakefront Holiday Home Apartment
Lakefront Holiday Home Queenstown
Lakefront Holiday Home Apartment Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Queenstown, just steps from Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Ice Arena less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lakefront Vacation Home?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside apartment include a fireplace and a kitchen in each apartment with some featuring lake views.

Does Lakefront Vacation Home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is 3.7 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lakefront Vacation Home?

Yes, every apartment at Lakefront Vacation Home comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Lakefront Vacation Home Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 338 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jagath M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and a organised home for a enjoyable holiday. We had a good time a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eulah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was comfortable and in a great location. The beds were comfortable. The owners were very attentive and helpful. The outdoor umbrella was a little tired. Also something that was out of the control of the owners, was a sewer smell that lingered likely from one of the neighbors houses. Nevertheless we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the beautiful views from the balcony and interesting architecture of this house. Bedrooms were spacious and clean. Bathrooms also clean. The main bathroom has two entrances, one from a bedroom and one from the laundry which made privacy a bit challenging but we just locked one of the doors. Driveway was steep as we were warned but we managed ok in an SUV. 2WD hatchback was a bit more challenging but we coped. Overall a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a nice stay however there were a few things that could be improved with a bit of planning and some notes for renting.The oven and cook top for example. Not easy to use and no guide, even online. As a result our simple meals took a long time and were quite a bit of effort.It would have been good to have instructions on the parking well, given our late night arrival. The advanced parking was a bit of a shock.Also the lack of drain pipes on the rooftop balcony result in a lot of noise for both of the master bedrooms. This woke us all up and could be rectified with a little investment.However overall we loved the garden, views and architecture and appreciated the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay and would love to return one day. Beautiful view. Everything we needed. A short walk into town
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in a perfect location. We absolutely loved catching up with family here. The house is so cool and the views are incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location & views were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the most wonderful stay here! Incredible view and was a great location just out of Queenstown - easy walk to town. The apartment had everything we needed, the fireplace and warm heating made it super comfortable. Just a great set up and perfect for two families to stay side-by-side. Access down to the entrance door is steep but this was noted. Worked for us really well. Kitchen was well equipped, plenty of space for all and a great viewing deck topped it off! Thanks so much, was wonderful! Communication was good and helpful when we extended our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and comfortable accommodation. The views were spectacular too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quirky but spectacular

This is a quirky property - built like a boat with bedrooms below and a balcony poking out over the lake like the bow of a ship. The views are spectacular and the property is very convenient to the city - just a short walk along the lake path.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and location

The host was responsive and friendly. Definitely recommend the house and !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby D.

Liked: Cleanliness

View / Proximity

The view and the proximity to downtown, plus the access to a walking trail, make this property great.Driveway is tough, house is a bit older, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah B.

Great views

View from balcony was amazing, unfortunately the accommodation was a bit shabby, steep driveway and stair access. Difficult to get down to the access the walking pathtrack.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keira B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jean-Pierre and Sara W., Sandy Springs, GA

Disliked: Cleanliness

The view saves the day

The view is amazing. Interesting and beautiful in all kinds of weather and times of day. The washer and dryer worked well. However, there are some things I wish I had known before booking:The driveway is scary-steep, which the host does disclose when confirming the booking. If you are not a confident driver, you won't be able to do it. There are 41 steps from the covered parking to the front door.The house and everything in it look to be at least 30 years old. Some of the furniture and decorative accents are past their useful life. At minimum, new, thick towels and new pillows and bed linens would make a huge difference in guest comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adult family getaway

Great position , views incredible, very comfortable and welcoming!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kassey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Was great size comfortable easy to get to an not far from town
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Traveled with family
Million dollar views, in a great location. They're not kidding about the driveway, gave my wife a couple of heart attacks getting in and out. They place needs updating and a good clean....but we kinda knew that when we booked from other reviews. If you want an absolutely stunning view, in a great location and don't mind the .... interestingness ....of the property it's great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Brendon R.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Stay in Queenstown

Stairs were not shown (How steep it really was). Had mould in rooms and was quite run down. Going down to the lower level to the toilet for everyone was not ideal. View and location were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Let the view take your breath away

The property has age on it , but the views and accessibility to town outweighs this .. Not good for people with mobility issues. But this is mentioned in the description of property.. absolutely loved our stay there and will definitely revisit again . Great amenities with a fabulous kitchen to cook in . Fireplace was a welcome comfort on cold nights .
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniel M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Leaks!

The location of the property is fantastic and the description is generally accurate. However, we would never have rented this property had we known about the leaks in the property. It wasn't enjoyable sitting in the property during 2 days of rain. The leaks have obviously been there for some time and were known to the owner, causing damage to the floor and resulting in damp and mould downstairs. One of the bedroom heaters didn't work, nor did the electric blankets in the main bedroom. Overall, the property is quite neglected and probably worst holiday rental we have hired in New Zealand. We won't be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

delani k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Lovely stay. The house was beautiful. It had huge windows overlooking the lake and we got to watch a lightning storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beatiful views

Our family of five had a lovely stay here. The house itself was fabulous - so quirky and interesting. The views from the house over the water were absolutely stunning - watching Lord of the Rings (we’re visiting NZ so we felt compelled!) with the mountains in the background was surreal! Do make sure that you have read the description about the steepness of the drive - my husband managed it but I would not have been able to manage it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024