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Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views

Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views

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"Grandstand" views of the mountains & water activities on Frankton Arm of Lake
Large sunny covered balcony with broad lake and mountain views. Golf course near
320 square metre modern villa overlooking Frankton arm of Lake Wakatipu
Huge all-weather deck with lake and mountain views. Off-street parking. Spa pool
Stylish large living room featuring collection of NZ art. Superb audio visual

Overview of Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10320 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Enjoy the area

Map
Queenstown, Otago
  • AirportQueenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationQueenstown Gardens16 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiwi and Birdlife Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkyline Gondola18 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views

With huge floor to ceiling windows stretching the entire lakeside face of the property, Shimmerlake is a luxury modern villa which takes full advantage of all-day sunshine as well as the pristine views of Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables mountain range and the nearby township of central Queenstown.

This 320m2 luxury holiday home is spread over three storeys and features a large open plan dining and living area, a professionally equipped kitchen, a scullery, a cosy home theatre, indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a gorgeous covered terrace, perfect for entertaining. With five bedrooms, Shimmerlake comfortably accommodates up to 10 people with plenty of space, and this gorgeous villa is just perfect for a relaxing getaway with your family or a group of friends.

The entire three storey villa is yours to enjoy. The main level has the living spaces, three bedrooms and the large louvre-roofed terrace with outside fire. The upper floor has the luxurious principal suite comprising main bedroom, ensuite bathroom, huge dressing room and office. The lower floor has a private bedroom and ensuite bathroom along with the garage and ski drying space.

Each bedroom is thoughtfully styled offering plenty of wardrobe space, a desk and Sky TV — three bedrooms have private ensuite bathrooms, and two share a large bathroom. All bedrooms are airconditioned.

The house features:
• A large kitchen and scullery that is fully equipped for entertaining large groups (an inventory of equipment is available)
• Superb entertainment systems in the living room and home theatre each with Apple TVs
• A large number of original artworks and handmade rugs by New Zealand artists

The private garden accommodates a luxurious 6-person jacuzzi and deck with an outdoor fire pit.

There is a complimentary concierge service that sees you greeted and acquainted with the workings of the house. The Concierge will also assist with recommendations for activities while you are in Queenstown and deal with any queries you have about the accommodation.

Please be aware that that an adjoining apartment is also rented by the couple providing the concierge service, however this is completely separate and you will be unlikely to be even aware of them unless you request their help

This gorgeous luxury accommodation is situated on the Peninsula of Queenstown’s prestigious and sunny Kelvin Heights making it the perfect retreat where you can relax in privacy away from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown’s town centre; while also situating you Just a few minutes walk to Bayview wharf where you will be able to take a high speed ferry into town to enjoy the fine restaurants, Further afield you can drive to the skifields, cycle trails, adventure activities, wineries and the world-class golf courses that the Otago region has to offer

Nearby is Queenstown golf course and an amazing network of walking and cycling tracks. Electric bicycles can be hired at the nearby Hilton Hotel.

If a peaceful and luxurious retreat is what you are after for your Queenstown holiday, then you simply can’t look past this villa

Property manager

David Gibbs

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kelvin Heights

Located in Kelvin Heights, this villa is in the mountains and on a lake. The Remarkables Ski Area and Coronet Peak Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Paintball are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
Queenstown, Otago

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 16 min drive
  • Queenstown Mall - 17 min drive
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino - 17 min drive
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 18 min drive
  • Skyline Gondola - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • The World Bar - 17 min drive
  • McDonald's - 17 min drive
  • Kfc - 17 min drive
  • Starbucks - 17 min drive
  • Cookie Time - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kelvin Heights ultra modern luxurious house, exceptional lake and mountain views located?

Situated on a lake, this villa is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Queenstown Golf Club. The Kingston Flyer and Remarkables Park Town Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Home, Stunning views
It was an amazing stay, great company, beautiful scenery, stunning accommodation, absolutely beautiful home, we absolutely loved our stay 👍👍👍❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandstand position
This is a first class property, very well appointed, well managed and an absolute pleasure to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
This is an exceptionally well appointed house with everything we needed. From the welcome and induction (thanks Courtney) to the entire house, to the really well helpful support from the owner (thanks David) Highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for quality, security and privacy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tania W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb location and magic accommodation
Owners and property manger were super friendly and very helpful, highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Paradise
My family and I simply loved this property and its the best we have stayed at so far. The house was just incredibly designed, with a style we really enjoyed. Views to die for! There's a lot of tech for very savvy TV, music and lighting. Loved that there was lots of room in the lounge and dining. The bedrooms were super comfortable and we all slept so well. We spent 5 nights here and would easily come again the next time we are in Queenstown. Totally worth the money spent. I also thought the location was not an issue and was very quick to get to Queenstown city when we needed to. Communication with the owner and agent was seamless and easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by David Gibbs

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We are your hosts - Helen and David Gibbs. We have lived and holidayed in Queenstown for decades. We are passionate about what Queenstown has to offer. We love waterskiing, mountain biking, skiing, snow boarding, fishing and walking our dog Eddie. We love dining out at our many favourite restaurants and wineries. We get a great kick out of sharing our house with our friends and for the last three years have enjoyed hosting guests at our beautiful Shimmerlake. We set out to make each stay a 5-star experience. Our guests tell us we are doing OK with that.

Why they chose this property

We had a family holiday house ( "Crib" in local talk) at Arrowtown. Our parents would tow our home built water ski boat over to Kelvin Grove (the bay just below us) for us all to to waterski as a family. Our careers took us to Auckland in later years, but we always new we would return to live here. So many great memories of long summer days by the lake, so many more memories being made.

What makes this property unique

Shimmerlake feels "perched" over the lake so that you have a real connection to it and it is a wonderful grandstand to view the boating on the lake.
It is always so warm and inviting on our side of the lake. The other side, closer to town is usually in shade and can be very cold. We can be in town in just seven minutes using the water taxi or 15 - 20 minutes by car, so we feel we get the best of both worlds.
Our neck of the woods is so well served by amazing cycle and walking trails and we have the golf course just a few minutes walk away.
You will see for yourselves where the Shimmerlake name comes from - the lake sparkles and is very uplifting.
And on top of that, as the architect/owner for the house I have made sure that the house is exactly what we want. I hope it is what you want too.
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