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Lakefront Fantail House

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fantail Cottage is an absolute lakefront retreat with panoramic views over Lake Hawea. Unwind in the fully furnished, open-planned modern cottage, or explore the nearby bush walks and bike tracks. With free unlimited WiFi, SKY TV with sports channels, a BBQ area and outdoor garden to entertain.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is ¥10,030
¥29,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Fantail House

Fantail Cottage (sleeps 2-4) + Self Contained Studio Room (sleeps 2- 4)

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 2-4) plus NEW additional Self contained -Studio room/Sleepout ( located 15metres directly behind the cottage access by metal chip pathway with security lighting, x1 Double bed in loft & sofa bed + toilet.

KEY FEATURES:

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

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

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:

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

Studio room = x1 Double bed in loft access by ladder & sofa bed + toilet

In lounge x1 Sofa bed & 1 stretcher available

Quality comfort toppers available for sofabed.

KITCHEN:

Kitchen fully equipped with quality French Le Creuset cookware.

-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.

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Lake Hawea, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Puzzling World and Wānaka Lavender Farm. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Otago, Lake Hawea

What's nearby

  • Lake Hawea - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Puzzling World - 13 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Wānaka Lavender Farm - 14 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 21 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Rippon Vineyard - 22 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pembroke Patisserie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hawea Store And Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Albie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sailz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prince Albert Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Fantail House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Fantail House?

As of Sep 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Fantail House on Sep 28, 2025 start from ¥10,030, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Fantail House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Fantail House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Fantail House located?

This family-friendly Lake Hawea vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Peter Fraser Park and Lake Hawea. Puzzling World and Wānaka Lavender Farm are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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