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Eichardt's Private Hotel

Eichardt’s Private Hotel may have roots stretching back to 1866, but its chic interiors and whatever your whim service plant it firmly in the 21st century. It’s thanks in part to Virginia Fisher’s creative influence, adding a modern edge to this boutique hotel’s heritage. And with the best spot on the shores of mountain backed Lake Wakatipu, it’s both sleekly designed and serenely placed.

Inside, the hotel makes the most of the South Island landscape it’s part of. Each suite and apartment frames awe-inspiring lake or mountain views, and balances antique furnishings with contemporary style notes. For peak privacy, choose The Residence, an elegant villa set slightly apart from the main hotel. Or experience ultimate luxury in The Penthouse. With spa like marble bathrooms, a private pool terrace, personal chef and round the clock butler and the best views in the house, it’s a spectacular space for enjoying the finer things in life.

Rosewood Matakauri

Spectacularly located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri Lodge looks out to a mesmerising alpine landscape, with The Remarkables and Cecil and Walter peaks prominent. Just seven minutes from bustling Queenstown, this is an alpine, lakeside retreat, nestled in one of the world’s most strikingly beautiful landscapes. With clean lines in glass, stone and timber, Matakauri’s own take on luxury is understated and welcoming. The main lodge consists of a spacious lounge and dining and living areas, all with views of Lake Wakatipu, while accommodation is offered in twelve luxurious guest suites and rooms. Each suite offers a private porch, a bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom.

The four bedroom Villa at Matakauri features four suites in an outlying complex, complete with private Jacuzzi, kitchen and grand courtyard making it ideal for families, couples or friends travelling together, as well as special celebrations. Named by Travel + Leisure as one of the top five lodges in New Zealand and Australia, Matakauri is your ultimate sanctuary after a day spent atop mountains, exploring vast fjords, chasing thrills and simply discovering this unique region.

Blanket Bay

On the shores of Lake Wakatipu, 45 minutes from Queenstown, Blanket Bay offers dramatic views of the Humboldt Mountains and their reflections below. Wild, rugged and dense with foliage, the landscape finds its natural progression in the property’s stone and timber buildings. With their large windows that give onto the lake and grand fireplaces, the rooms, chalets and villas are elegant cocoons offering the ultimate respite after one of the many excursions on offer. From helicopter tours over the Fiords of Milford Sound to Mt Aspiring National Park hikes, jet boating in the river or fly fishing, the Blanket Bay team is always on hand to help you discover this breathtaking wilderness. And if it is serenity you seek, sit back and relax in the spa or in one of the armchairs in the bar, which offers a wide selection of premium New Zealand wines.

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