Wanaka Haven

Set in Wanaka on New Zealand’s South Island, a short drive from Wanaka Lavender Farm, Mount Iron Lookout and Puzzling World. This 5-star luxury lodge sits near Wanaka Golf Club and is about 6 km from Wanaka Airport (Christchurch International is the preferred larger airport). Family-friendly and ski-friendly for seasonal adventures.

Five individually furnished guestrooms feature fireplaces, private pools and furnished patios. Rooms include iPod docking, DVD players, 30-inch flat-screen satellite TVs, safes and desks. Expect top-of-the-range bedding, deep sofas, bathrobes and slippers, daily housekeeping, garden and terrace views, and a curated wine collection for unwinding.

Seasonal outdoor pool plus private in-room pools, terrace, garden, library and BBQ area. Concierge and a tour desk help arrange activities, and there’s ski storage for winter gear. Free self-parking and plenty of outdoor space let kids run around — wake up to crisp mountain mornings and lake-and-mountain scenery.

Computer station, express check-in and express check-out, dry cleaning and laundry services. Complimentary wireless internet throughout (high-speed Wi‑Fi) and free self parking available onsite.

On-site restaurant serves gourmet food with local flavors and a complimentary breakfast each morning. Help yourself to the lodge’s wine collection and enjoy regional pairings and crafted drinks.