Wanaka Haven  

A luxe 5-star lodge tucked into Wanaka on New Zealand’s South Island, minutes from Lake Wānaka and Wanaka Lavender Farm. Stay close to Mount Iron Lookout, Puzzling World and Wanaka Golf Club for easy outdoor adventures.

Chic, relaxed interiors with uninterrupted mountain views and underfloor heating. Five individually furnished guestrooms feature fireplaces, private furnished patios and even private pools in some rooms. Rooms come with DVD/iPod docks, satellite TVs, safes and daily housekeeping—top-tier bedding and deep sofas make it easy to linger.

Take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or your room’s private pool, stroll the terrace and gardens, or fire up the barbecue. Concierge and tour desk help you book local adventures, plus ski storage for winter runs. Wake up to crisp mountain air and plenty of space to relax—free self parking is on site.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout, a computer station, express check-in and express check-out, plus dry cleaning and laundry services.

Gourmet breakfasts are served daily and the property offers an on-site restaurant with outdoor dining options. Help-yourself wine from the lodge’s Pinot Noir collection rounds out relaxed evenings after a day exploring Wanaka.