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Anglers paradise and great family holiday place

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The Stone House
Back Deck
Back yard view from Deck
Lounge
Kitchen
Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Wanaka, Southern Lakes
  • Popular LocationLake Wanaka8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Pools9 min drive
  • AirportWanaka (WKA)59 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Hawea70 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs north facing

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs rumpus room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Anglers paradise and great family holiday place

The Stone House is a great family Bach set in the amazing Makarora River valley surrounded by the mountains. The river is just a few minutes walk away for the keen fishermen or for the kids to swim in the summer, but the property is fenced (small dogs can escape though!) with plenty of indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy and keep an eye on the little ones.

Boat launching areas at the lake and the river. Mt Aspiring National Park is just a short drive away with amazing walks including the Blue Pool Track for a gentle stroll or the whole national park for serious trampers. The Haast Pass is just a half hour away and you can do a day trip to the West Coast and Jacksons Bay. Wanaka is a 45 minute drive and the Cadrona ski field another 15 minutes from there for winter sports.

There is a cafe and bar a few minutes drive away in one direction and the tourist centre just a few more minutes away in the other direction. (May have seasonal closures in winter so check first)

The house has stone walls which are cool in summer and retain the heat from the big log fire in the winter. This is a family Bach that has been in the family for three generations and is showing a bit of wear but its being renovated as we can get to it. So if you want to relax and not fuss about using miss matched plates then you will enjoy this place.

There is a deck from the upstairs living space with a view up the Wilkin Valley and a great fire pit in the back yard for sitting around on cooler evenings (fire warnings permitting)

There are spare mattresses if you need to put some of the kids on the floor and room on the grassy section to pitch a tent or two. There is only one bathroom but there is a second outside toilet.
Special conditions:
Suitable for couples, families with younger and older children, or groups. Pets allowed with prior approval, outside dog kennel.

Rate: $180 for first 4 people, additional adults $20 per night, additional kids free.

Minimum stay 2 nights but call us to see if there is a deal available.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$20.00 per person)

Property manager

Marg Lister
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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
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

About the area

Makarora

Located in Makarora, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Wahipounamu and Lake Wanaka. Waterskiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Wanaka, Southern Lakes

What's nearby

  • Lake Wanaka - 8 min drive
  • Blue Pools - 9 min drive
  • Puzzling World - 41 min drive
  • Rippon Vineyard - 49 min drive
  • Lake Hawea - 70 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Anglers paradise and great family holiday place pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Anglers paradise and great family holiday place?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anglers paradise and great family holiday place?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Anglers paradise and great family holiday place located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Te Wahipounamu and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Wanaka and Blue Pools. Fantail Falls and Lake Hawea are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely stone cottage ..beautiful setting .. great open fire .. need to take food with you . Good kitchen .. bedding good .. lots of fire wood .. only downstairs bathroom .. pretty waterfall walks .. tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic comfort
A delightful cottage in a beautiful setting Excellent facilities and a welcoming and helpful host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stone house
A great, memorable stay. The location is amazing. Could see the milky way at night, surrounded by snow capped mountains on both sides of the valley. Wow.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

beautiful
absolutely beautiful surrounds, quaint hut, could have settled in for a lot longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, rustic accommodations
We loved this location, a few minutes' walk to the wonderful Makarora river braidplain. The house is unique: rustic and a little run down. Comfortable enough if you aren't expecting luxury. Some things could use a little updating (i.e. floors and bath fittings) but all this is secondary to the stunning landscape. We enjoyed our 10 days exploring the area--be sure to check out The Craypot fish and chippie at the end of the road over Haast Pass and the Wilkin Jet Boat tours.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marg Lister

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What makes this property unique

Family friendly suitable for children and pets

Languages:

English

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