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Thyme Lane Heritage Cottage

The rammed earth cottage is over 100 years old. Thyme Lane is a rural setting in an historic gold mining area. It's near the Lake Dunstan cycle trail, the Central Otago Rail Trail & Lake Roxburgh Trail. Five minutes to Alexandra or Clyde. One hour’s drive to Queenstown. Enjoy the outdoor space, nearby vineyards and orchards, and local cafes. You'll have your own cottage with bedroom (kingsize bed), ensuite bathroom, and living room with kitchenette (microwave, single hotplate, sink). Weber BBQ.

Rural Retreat only 7 minutes from Wanaka

Only 7 minutes from Wanaka and this warm and inviting Straw Bale rural retreat is a secluded piece of paradise after a big day on the slopes or a morning fish out on the nearby Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea. Tucked away on 4 acres of olive groves, fruit orchards, berry patches, and pine trees you’ll love our place with its ample outdoors space for entertaining with its own woodfire pizza oven and large open-plan kitchen and dining. Our place is great for mature adult groups, families, and couples.

Jacks Point - Earth House

Tucked away in peaceful Jacks Point, just a short drive from Queenstown, the Earth Houses offer a unique stay for those seeking something different. Built from rammed earth and thoughtfully furnished, these mountain cabins provide a warm retreat after exploring the region. - Two king beds + one single (sleeps 5) - Fireplace (wood provided) - Alpine views - Unlimited Free WIFI - Self check-in - Fully equipped kitchen with Nespresso machine - Two bathrooms (shower + bath) - Washing machine

Tranquil retreat

This private and self-contained studio-apartment is within easy walking distance of central Wanaka. There is a full kitchen and laundry and off street parking. The studio has a unique grass roof and large sunny deck with a hot tub. The studio is set in a park-like setting with mature trees. The comfortable queen sized bed has an electric blanket and quality linen. This studio is recently completed with quality furniture and is only a 5 minutes walk from the edge of Lake Wanaka.

Lake View Earth Cottage

Lake View Earth Cottage sits 134 metres above Hawea township and overlooks Lake Hāwea and surrounding mountains with world-class 180° views. The hand-crafted earth home is nestled in native New Zealand bush and has rustic wooden beams throughout. The house comprises an open-plan living and dining area and outdoor dining, with spectacular views of the lake and mountains. Located up a rural gravel road, hidden away from suburban areas, the home is bound to make you say WOW.

Pearse River Hobbit House bike trail, hike, fish

An overnight stay you will alway remember! Relax in this unique above ground Hobbit House. Lovingly hand-built. Sleeps 2 to 4 (two double beds). Wood heat. Outside kitchen with water tap. On-demand hot water. Custom antique style ice box. Propane cooker. Shower. Composting toilet. Hobbit House is located on a lifestyle block in beautiful Pearse Valley with lovely rural outlook, 1 kn walk to lovely waterfall, plus onsite tracks for Food and Medicine forest project.

Unique Adobe Home with Outstanding sea views

Totally private and peaceful setting. Ideal for families, friends, couples seeking contrast to busy lives. Beautiful coastal views from this unique, tastefully decorated and comfortable adobe house. Set in outstanding native QE2 covenanted bush, alive with bird song. Many outdoor activities at hand. Wonderful bush and coastal walking from the doorstep. 20 minutes drive from Nelson city, 10 mins walk from river swimming hole, and 10 minutes drive to swimming beach.

The Lodge at Tikana

The Lodge at Tikana in central Southland is nestled among fertile southern hills which are home to a herd of majestic stud Wapiti deer. The tranquility of the rural setting is enhanced by the unique ambience of the straw bale construction. In its former life the Lodge catered to the needs of high end tourists traveling in Southland The Lodge was purpose built in 2003 by a craftsman builder with the juxtaposition of old and new blending seamlessly.

The Dreamcatcher, a wild escape between sky & sea

Directly bordering The ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK offering EPIC VIEWS of ENDLESS SKIES, EVER CHANGING SEASCAPES , GREEN FORESTED MOUNTAIN, all within a RARE TOTAL PRIVACY. Soak up the unforgettable views of Abel tasman, Golden Bay, Farewell Spit and beyond from a cosy earth building remotely nestled on the heights of Wainui Bay. COSY and ROMANTIC, it is the perfect ESCAPE to UNWIND for NATURE SEEKERS and STAR GAZERS wanting a different experience.