Arawata Retreat 3BRM Luxury | Apartment in Queenstown

Welcome to Arawata Retreat — a high-spec luxury sanctuary with jaw dropping 180° views over Lake Wakatipu. Just 5 minutes from Queenstown, this 3-bed, 3-bath escape features a roaring log fire, pool table, luxe hotel bedding and stunning mountain views in every room. The kind of place where time slows down, stress melts and every moment feels like a postcard.
You didn’t come to Queenstown for average. You came for silence, space, and that feeling you get staring out over an endless blue lake - coffee in hand, fire crackling, nowhere to be.
Welcome to Arawata Retreat, your private, luxury escape just five minutes from downtown
Queenstown, perched above Lake Wakatipu with cinematic 180° views from every single room. This newly renovated, high-spec 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home delivers total comfort, privacy and zero compromises.
Why you`ll love it:
✅ Views that don’t quit - From The Remarkables to Walter Peak, every room gives you front-row seats to mother nature’s finest. Watch the weather roll in, the lake shimmer, and the sunsets blaze.
✅ Ultimate comfort inside + out roaring wood burner, underfloor-heated bathrooms, heat pumps, and electric blankets. Premium hotel-spec Imperial King beds wrapped in fresh cotton linen.
✅ Fully stocked designer kitchen - state-of-the-art appliances, espresso machine, ceramic cooktop, dishwasher, and everything you need to stay in and cook like a local.
✅ Next level entertainment: Full-size pool table, Ultra HD TV with casting, fast Wi-Fi, board games and plenty of space to spread out and relax and reconnect
✅ Alfresco living step onto the decks for morning coffee or sunset drinks with lake views
✅ Perfect for groups + families Three large bedrooms (all with lake views), three bathrooms (two ensuite), and generous living/dining areas across two levels. Cot/highchair available on request.
✅ Add even more space traveling with friends or extended family? Ask about booking the 2-bedroom apartments below or the separate chalet alongside - all private, all luxury.
Sleeping Arrangements:
- Main bedroom (upstairs):
Luxury Imperial King (option to split to 2 singles), lake views from Cecil Peak to Walter Peak, walk in wardrobe, spacious ensuite with underfloor heating, walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2 (upstairs):
Luxury Imperial King (option to split into 2 singles), lake views from The Remarkables to Walter Peak, cosy ensuite with underfloor heating & walk-in shower
Bedroom 3 (ground floor):
Luxury Imperial King bed (option to split into 2 singles), lake views from the Remarkables to Walter Peak, adjoining bathroom with underfloor heating, walk-in shower.
Bathrooms:
3 high-spec tiled bathrooms
2 ensuite + 1 adjoining
Underfloor heating, walk-in showers, eco amenities, hotel-quality towels
Security, Storage, Parking & Extras:
- State of the art security - 24/7 exterior CCTV (no cameras inside or on spa - only monitored if issues occur
- In-house washer/dryer
- Iron and laundry powder supplied
- Off street + on street parking available
Location & Access:
- 5 min drive / 45-min lakeside walk to Queenstown
- Orbus bus stop 1 min walk - $2 into town/airport
- Local shops & takeaway nearby
- Direct access to Sunshine Bay Reserve & walk to beach
- Unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs (stairs & gravel paths from parking)
Surrounds:
- 5 min drive to Queenstown
- 45 min scenic walk to town
- 20minutes to Frankton/airport
-25 minutes to Remarkables & Coronet ski field access road
Listing notes:
- Entire house is fully private
- No smoking, no parties
- There are three separate dwellings on the grounds who are also Airbnb guests. They cannot access of use any of the home advertised
- Must be 25+ to book
- CCTV present on external property. These are not monitored, purely for guest safety. We only check them in the unlikely event an issue occurs.
Things to note:
3% of your booking fee is non refundable due to bank charges out of our control. A pre authorized charge will be placed on your card 2 days before check out - this is a security deposit & will be refunded automatically if no damages occur.
House rules:
💬 Before You Book
We kindly ask all guests to read the full listing details to ensure the property is a good fit for your group. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out we’re happy to help!
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is from 3:00pm onwards unless pre-arranged otherwise.
Check-out is by 10:00am.
We ask that the property is left in a tidy state. Unscheduled late check-outs or excessive mess may result in additional cleaning fees.
🚭 Smoking
All our properties are strictly non-smoking. If evidence of indoor smoking is found, a minimum $200 NZD fee will apply for deep cleaning.
🛠️ Damage, Keys & Callouts
We ask that you treat the home with care.
If any damage occurs, keys are lost, noise complaints arise, or an unnecessary callout is required due to guest actions, we reserve the right to charge $60/hr + GST for management time.
👉 Please note: Callouts required after 5:00pm or on weekends/public holidays may incur a higher fee to reflect after-hours service costs.
👥 Guest Numbers & Age Requirement
The lead guest must be 25 years or older and present during the stay. We reserve the right to ask you to cancel your booking if you do not meet the above requirements. We may request ID verification for all guests.
The total number of guests must not exceed the number confirmed in the reservation.
🐾 Pets
Pets are not permitted unless specifically stated in the listing.
🔇 Noise
To respect our neighbours, we ask for quiet time between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
Noise complaints may incur a minimum $100 NZD fee.
🎉 Parties & Gatherings
Parties, events, or large gatherings are not permitted. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain a peaceful environment for everyone.
🧹 During Your Stay
We appreciate guests leaving the property as they found it:
- Please don’t rearrange furniture or remove items.
- Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
- Leave keys in the lockbox upon departure.
- All linen is professionally hired — any missing or damaged items may incur a replacement fee.
🚨 Serious Breaches
We reserve the right to cancel your stay without refund if house rules are not followed. Any illegal activity will be reported to authorities and additional management fees may apply.
🧒 Children & Safety
Please ensure all children are supervised down the garden bank.
🔒 Guest Safety & Liability
Please ensure all doors and windows are locked when leaving the property.
While we take great care to provide a safe space, we cannot be held responsible for personal loss, damage, or injury during your stay.
🌍 Force Majeure
We’re unable to accept responsibility for cancellations due to unforeseen events beyond our control (e.g natural disasters, travel disruptions, pandemics). Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
💵 Rates & Fees
All rates are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise stated. Additional fees may apply if house rules are not respected.
📅 Cancellations
We recommend all guests have travel insurance in place. Our cancellation policy will apply to all bookings, and we are unable to offer refunds for circumstances outside of our control.
By placing a booking with us, you agree to the above terms and house rules. Thank you for your understanding — we truly look forward to hosting you!

This 3 Bedrooms Apartment provides accommodation with Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Laundry, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Apartment has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Sunshine Bay. Enjoy your stay in Sunshine Bay at this Apartment.