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The Cottages at Lake Hayes offer luxury lakefront accommodation on Lake Hayes, Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s most iconic settings. Our backdrop is the first image visitors see while waiting for their luggage at Queenstown airport arrivals, we are one of the hero shots for Air New Zealand’s home page and the mountain reflections on Lake Hayes, through all seasons, are one of New Zealand's most captured images by photographers from all over the world.

We had to create something very special to honour our setting - the pressure was on!

Our goal was for The Cottages' exteriors to be hidden within the landscape and for The Cottages' interiors to pop - with luxury and comfort on the inside and stunning views to the outside combining for a unique stay.

Our focus on the natural environment, absolute quality in the design and build, and attention to detail in the fit out has been rewarded with an NZIA Award and wonderful five star reviews from all our guests, many of whom have returned and keep coming back!

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Our luxuriously renovated historic homestead offers luxury lakefront accommodation with stunning gardens on a 10 acre private estate on iconic Lake Hayes, Queenstown

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What our guests had to say

Awesome family holiday My family had a wonderful long weekend at the The Cottages. We loved the attention to detail and the special touches that were provided by Kirsty and Justin. The location is great and the views are stunning (including from the by the fire in the Pinot Pit). I...

hannahbJ3188BF

Stunning stay on beautiful Lake Hayes What a spot. This is an absolute gem, perfectly positioned for our family ski trip between Queenstown, Cardrona, Coronet Peak and the Remarkables. The cottage was beautifully designed and appointed, and was incredibly cosy with its heated floors and wood...

Richard F

Delightful stay Great stay at the cottages at lake Hayes. Each of the cottages are tastefully done, great big sliding windows capturing the best views. Warm, lots of light, spacious bedrooms with ensuites. Perfect for family visits or friends. So close to Amisfield, Akarua, arrowtown and...

Woods295

A luxury stay The Cottages at Lake Hayes was the perfect accommodation booking I have ever chosen. The immediate reply when enquiring about my stay made is simple and clear. The communication was available the entire stay and the quality of each cottage was 100% best value. The decor and...

Taane

My favorite Queenstown accommodation The Cottages has an amazing view. I could just sit by the window all day. Very relaxing. I love it is a little bit further away from crowded Queenstown tourist area but not far if you want to go to the town or Arrowtown for good food. Perfect for families...

JungyonKim29

We stayed at Hope Cottage for three nights. The cottage is very comfortable and the decor is superb. Having a private spa tub was excellent and it was a great way to end the day, soaking in the tub watching the sun go down, while enjoying some great Pinot Noir. The outlook to Lake Hayes is...

Jennie

Stayed 3 nights in hope cottage which was on the lake edge with a beautiful hot tub privately placed outside the bedroom. Two bedrooms, amazing couple size shower and lovely toiletries. Beds super comfortable! Sky TV and a Bluetooth speaker nespresso, milk frother, dishwasher, everything you...

Deena

Great views from the hot tub! The cottages are in a beautiful setting and are super clean and well-kept. The art by NZ artists adds to the ambiance as does some classic pieces of furniture. Sitting in the hot tub you get great views of Lake Hayes. It is 2min onto the walking trail around the...

Sandra H

We came to the cottages looking for luxury and our expectations were met on all levels. The property is immaculately presented and we felt at home in Luna Cottage as soon as we walked in. The cottage has all the facilities you need and the views from the hot tub are breathtaking. Would...

Blown_rs

Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples! Loved staying in the relaxing and stylish cottages!! They have thought of everything and you really feel at home. Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples. Close to everywhere in the Queenstown region. Can't wait to stay again!

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