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Top of the world studio nestled in the rock

Queensberry

Offering a garden and river view, Top of the world studio nestled in the rock is located in Queensberry, 24 km from The Wanaka Tree and 38 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Puzzling World. super love the view!! it’s really spectacular!!

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9.5
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Catlins Retreat B & B

Owaka

Catlins Retreat B & B is situated in Owaka. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also includes free WiFi. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance.

At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units have a seating area and/or a patio with outdoor furniture. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Location was excellent. The room was very spacious, with a very comfy bed. Jill, the host, was very welcoming and offered some great tips for lical activities.

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9.1
Superb
288 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Sahara Guest House

Dunedin

Sahara Guest House, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Dunedin, 1.7 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, 1.4 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium, as well as 1.7 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 400 metres from Otago Museum, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The guest house features family rooms. The staff and accommodations were excellent. We're so grateful to the staff for their invaluable help and Kiwi spirit. We will always be in their debt. The room was perfect. We loved the character of this older establishment. So roomy and comfortable. The location was terrific for downtown dining.

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9
Superb
834 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Art Glass Studio

Wanaka

Featuring inner courtyard views, Art Glass Studio features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.9 km from Puzzling World. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.4 km from The Wanaka Tree. Simple but tasteful decoration, especially the stained glass windows; clean room and comfortable bed; beautiful garden with seats and table; grand breakfast with many food items and home-made bread; and of course our hospitable host Jen's warm smiling face

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9.7
Exceptional
229 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation- Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna

Balclutha

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes, hot tub and shower. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the homestay, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Super nice place with excellent hosts. Go and enjoy!!!

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9.3
Superb
242 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

Tui2 Macandrew Bay

Dunedin

Overlooking the sea, units in this homestay are accessible via private entrance and comprised of a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Some units feature a seating area and/or a terrace with an outdoor dining area. At the homestay, the units have bed linen and towels. Everything! The bedroom and bathroom were beautifully decorated and the bed was very comfortable - much needed after a long drive. We really loved the interior design and amenities provided! Paul was such an amazing host, friendly, accommodative and provided us with valuable recommendations. The view from our room was amazing and we loved the hot drinks/snacks provided upon check-in. The place was quiet, peaceful and we appreciate the proximity of the place to Albatross Centre, avoiding a long drive to town on a dark night. I would recommend the place to everyone!

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9
Superb
309 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Sunny Mornington 2 Bedroom Guest Suite

Dunedin

Sunny Mornington 2 Bedroom Guest Suite is a beautiful 1930s character home located 5 minutes' drive to the Octagon, the heart of Dunedin city.

This 2-bedroom suite has a well equipped kitchenette with microwave, rice cooker, fridge, toaster and kettle. The sunny main bedroom has a flat-screen TV and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen sized bed and shares the owner's bathroom facilities. Large sunny deck area with BBQ and outdoor seating area for guests to enjoy. The gardens, the cleanliness , everything.

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9.4
Superb
167 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Minaret Ridge Retreat

Wanaka

Minaret Ridge Retreat in Wanaka boasts accommodation with free bikes and barbecue facilities. The property is around 4.3 km from Puzzling World, 1 km from Lake Wanaka and 18 km from Treble Cone. Free WiFi is provided. It was a treat to stay at Minaret Ridge after 3 nights at crowded hostels. Just what I needed. Jay was helpful in assisting me “find” the property (I almost went into their lovely honeymoon by mistake!). What a relaxing stay -thanks!

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9.4
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Mike & Jenny's Kaka Point Accommodation

Kaka Point

Watch the waves roll onto the beach from your garden at this Kaka Point guest house. Free WiFi is also provided to show others the wonderful sea views from your accommodation.

Mike & Jenny's Kaka Point Accommodation offers guests a living room fitted with a flat-screen TV. Your room will have a view of the sea or garden. There is also BBQ facilities to enjoy your meal whilst admiring the scenery. Jenny kindly offered us some home reared bacon and home grown heritage tomatoes - a real bonus - we cooked them up in our little kitchenette and made the most delicious bacon and tomato butties - which we ate in the garden overlooking the sea - just fabulous

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9.2
Superb
495 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay

Dunedin

Situated on a 6-acre lifestyle property, Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay offers a semi-serviced, 1-bedroom guesthouse. The sunny, detached cabin boasts farmlet views and is nestled below mature pine trees, with a well-appointed verandah and patio garden. Cottage is on a rural property, lovely setting and very quiet. It is spacious with a separate bedroom and large well appointed bathroom with bulk toiletries- no little plastic bottle waste. There is a fully equipped kitchen. The cottage is tastefully decorated with nice touches throughout. It was good to have easy instructions to use TV. Ngaire and Mark have done a great job.

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9.8
Exceptional
129 reviews
Price from
£143
per night

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