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Lakefront Fantail House

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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.

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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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 transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Smoke-free property

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

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Grocery/convenience store

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Host has indicated that 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 area

Lake Hawea, Otago

What's nearby

Peter Fraser Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Wānaka Lavender Farm - 14 min drive - 17.5 km
Warbirds & Wheels - 19 min drive - 24.8 km
Rippon Vineyard - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
Lake Wānaka - 24 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pembroke Patisserie - ‬8 min drive
‪The Albie - ‬9 min drive
‪Albert Town Fish Co - ‬9 min drive
‪Mo's Food And Coffee Truck - ‬14 min walk
‪Hawea Store And Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

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 20 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Fantail House on 24 Nov 2025 start from AU$330.94, including 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.

How much is parking at Lakefront Fantail House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Fantail House located?

This family-friendly Lake Hawea holiday 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 miles (15 km).