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Modern Family Holiday home with sensational views peaceful paradise (sleeps 11)
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11200 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed
master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Living area toilet
Toilet
Main bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Modern Family Holiday home with sensational views peaceful paradise (sleeps 11)
Modern interior, complemented with a sheltered deck area where you can create your own pizzas or BBQ while watching the sun set on Treble Cone.
Large lounge, separate dining area with fully equipped kitchen and laundry .
Double garage and room to park the boat off the street .
Three heat pumps to keep you cozy in winter. Ski/snow board racks, and boot drying facilities.
Five minute walk to community heated pool, spa and gym/recreation area.
Wonderful lake, river and forest walks on your doorstep, catch a fish for breakfast or get up a sweat on your bike at Sticky Forest.
Low density housing with large sections so lots of space to wander and enjoy an evening stroll.
Ten minute drive into Wanaka township with its cafes, cinemas, boutique shopping, adventure outfitters, sports shops and restaurants.
Mountain hiking within 45 mins, take a fishing or kayaking charter on the lake.
Treble Cone, Cardrona and the Snow Farm all within an hours drive. Fishing charter operator 10 mins away
Spend the day wine tasting at the local wineries and sample some of the great eateries in town.
Special conditions:
Families and family groups preferred.
No pets, no smoking, shoes off at the door.
BBQ must be cleaned before you leave otherwise you will need to pay for the cleaners to do this (normally $50).
No Parties, our neighbours are our friends and we value the relationship.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$140.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$25.00 per person).
Large lounge, separate dining area with fully equipped kitchen and laundry .
Double garage and room to park the boat off the street .
Three heat pumps to keep you cozy in winter. Ski/snow board racks, and boot drying facilities.
Five minute walk to community heated pool, spa and gym/recreation area.
Wonderful lake, river and forest walks on your doorstep, catch a fish for breakfast or get up a sweat on your bike at Sticky Forest.
Low density housing with large sections so lots of space to wander and enjoy an evening stroll.
Ten minute drive into Wanaka township with its cafes, cinemas, boutique shopping, adventure outfitters, sports shops and restaurants.
Mountain hiking within 45 mins, take a fishing or kayaking charter on the lake.
Treble Cone, Cardrona and the Snow Farm all within an hours drive. Fishing charter operator 10 mins away
Spend the day wine tasting at the local wineries and sample some of the great eateries in town.
Special conditions:
Families and family groups preferred.
No pets, no smoking, shoes off at the door.
BBQ must be cleaned before you leave otherwise you will need to pay for the cleaners to do this (normally $50).
No Parties, our neighbours are our friends and we value the relationship.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$140.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$25.00 per person).
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Wānaka
Located in Wānaka, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wānaka and Pembroke Park, while Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Puzzling World and Wānaka Lavender Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and ecotours.

Wanaka, Wanaka
What's nearby
- Pembroke Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Picture Lounge - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Gallery Thirty Three - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Wānaka Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
- Puzzling World - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wanaka Brew Bar - 6 min drive
- Kai Whaka Pai - 6 min drive
- Big Fig - 7 min drive
- Scroggin - 6 min drive
- Relishes Cafe - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay
Julie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marc M.
25 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Marc M.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bronwyn T.
25 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
Bronwyn T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher R.
4 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Christopher R.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kerri H.
1 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved the addition of the pool complex
Kerri H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher B.
25 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Adventure Homebase
Christopher B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sam R.
2 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property, well equipped, warm, comfortable, no complaints at all. Hosts were great 😊
Sam R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jen B.
4 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Jen B.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
melissa s.
22 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
melissa s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Anonymous
15 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and well set up
Anonymous
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
26 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Wanaka
Steve T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
19 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain views modern convenience
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
24 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Karen H.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
julie c.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski trip
julie c.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Paula P.
28 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very easy!
Paula P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dave P.
26 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wanaka accommodation
Dave P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andree B.
2 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional property
Andree B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
20 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional home
Karen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon Z.
9 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big family fun
Sharon Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Frances Miriam I.
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy ski trip
Frances Miriam I.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Holly O.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark D.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous large house
Mark D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jade H.
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Stay
Jade H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brigitte T.
16 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully kitted out for large groups
Brigitte T.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Euan and Shar Purdie
Shar and I own a veterinary hospital and have 3 adult children and 5 lovely grandchildren .this is out family holiday home and we enjoy the break away from Chch ,4 -5 times a year .
We are keen outdoor sports enthusiasts and enjoy back country MTB trips away,snowboarding and skiing both in NZ ,and in Japan ,the USA and in Italy,fishing,diving and hunting in the backcountry
Shar is a great cook so enjoy hosting family and friends to cook up what we have often gathered from the sea ,our rivers ,lakes and mountains
We are keen outdoor sports enthusiasts and enjoy back country MTB trips away,snowboarding and skiing both in NZ ,and in Japan ,the USA and in Italy,fishing,diving and hunting in the backcountry
Shar is a great cook so enjoy hosting family and friends to cook up what we have often gathered from the sea ,our rivers ,lakes and mountains
Why they chose this property
Peninsula bay is a very relaxing spot for a holiday home ,we love the quiet ,the panoramic mountain views, the MTBing right on our door step, the walks down the Clutha and around the lake and the lunch trips to the local wineries .We have a lovely local community ,it is quiet and peaceful away from the hustle and bustle
What makes this property unique
Fabulous outdoor living and entertaining, large lawn area for kids games.
Separate living spaces inside for kids and adults ,entertainers kitchen and plenty of room for 11 at the table
Really comfortable beds .3 toilets so there are no queues,2 bathrooms and a double shower
Set up well for skiers and snowboarders with racks and boot and glove dryers.
Mountain bikers and walkers the Stickey forest tracks are just 5 mins away .
Good room on the drive for extra cars or boats
Separate living spaces inside for kids and adults ,entertainers kitchen and plenty of room for 11 at the table
Really comfortable beds .3 toilets so there are no queues,2 bathrooms and a double shower
Set up well for skiers and snowboarders with racks and boot and glove dryers.
Mountain bikers and walkers the Stickey forest tracks are just 5 mins away .
Good room on the drive for extra cars or boats
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