Title: South Island Vacation Rentals from CA $123: Short-Term Rentals for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Check prices for these dates

Tonight

[Dec 26 - Dec 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

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This weekend

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Next weekend

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## Our top choices for South Island vacation rentals

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/600a6ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/2ca6c8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/b8a1d44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/6317602e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Lake Tekapo

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information)

8.2/10

Very good

(3250)

"Excellent place in a fantastic location. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kostya

CA $254

CA $292 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/84cc7fd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/f7704053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/a40e4a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/b865e8ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Mount Pisa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1009)

"Great place to stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Leanne

CA $165

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/ad9e7861.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/cfb14b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/87afde4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, heated floors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/0cc6072c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Frankton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(436)

"Clean, quiet and secure. Great food nearby."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

BONNIE

CA $280

CA $322 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/069a4291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/0cc20ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/9ea0bbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/2ea06931.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Frankton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information)

8.8/10

Excellent

(1391)

"Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

James

CA $203

CA $234 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Apartment, 1 King Bed, Shower Grab Bars, Mountain View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120060000/120058100/120058021/w6157h4125x0y0-c77ce053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120060000/120058100/120058021/c91517cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120060000/120058100/120058021/26fac31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120060000/120058100/120058021/716acd3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Chalet in Hanmer Springs

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanmer-Springs-Hotels-Hanmer-Glamping.h120058021.Hotel-Information)

10/10

Exceptional

(1)

"Great location "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

sharn

CA $260

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanmer-Springs-Hotels-Hanmer-Glamping.h120058021.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/e019d331.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/a3e0e381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/340aea32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/11d9356e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Little River

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Little-River-Hotels-SiloStay.h7737382.Hotel-Information)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(242)

"The Silo Stay is a unique setup and experience! A mix of rustic, comfortable and quiet. We absolutely love'd it."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

WESLEY

CA $189

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Little-River-Hotels-SiloStay.h7737382.Hotel-Information)

![Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19630000/19626500/19626499/19163506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19630000/19626500/19626499/86b098fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19630000/19626500/19626499/395675d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19630000/19626500/19626499/cb5dbe6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cabin in Alexandra

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandra-Hotels-Mirabell-Chalets.h19626499.Hotel-Information)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(167)

"It was very comfortable and well appointed. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Paul

CA $113

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandra-Hotels-Mirabell-Chalets.h19626499.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/500a5609.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/c1b32320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/8237811f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Queenstown

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information)

8.4/10

Very good

(1454)

"Clean room, friendly staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kenya

CA $211

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/56628ed5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/eb8629a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/7aff83e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/f06e4815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Kaikoura Flat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-Fairways-At-Ocean-Ridge.h3595435.Hotel-Information)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(412)

"Comfortable stay, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Blair

CA $145

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-Fairways-At-Ocean-Ridge.h3595435.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364300/1364297/ed8433be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364300/1364297/5283c8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364300/1364297/ee83d1a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364300/1364297/df35a2ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Queenstown

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Oaks-Queenstown-Shores-Resort.h1364297.Hotel-Information)

8.2/10

Very good

(1450)

"Excellent property with responsive staff at a great location."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kostya

CA $346

CA $398 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Oaks-Queenstown-Shores-Resort.h1364297.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/32bac902.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/9ecc9769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/626e69ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Studio) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/70703577.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Kaikoura

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Blue-Seas-Motels-Kaikoura.h9623937.Hotel-Information)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(75)

"Kitchen was fully equiped and clean. Clean bathroom/toilet."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Katherine

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Blue-Seas-Motels-Kaikoura.h9623937.Hotel-Information)

![1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2648900/2648847/1c45b51a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2648900/2648847/08390ce6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2648900/2648847/ddf4dc64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2648900/2648847/b97a06a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Glenfern-Villas.h2648847.Hotel-Information)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(370)

"The villa was spacious and the host was welcoming. View from the living area was great. Good place to relax"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Martin

CA $213

CA $247 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Glenfern-Villas.h2648847.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/6ed51d9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/8aa5ce68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Poolside Studio Spa Shower Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/360bd628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Double Spa Studio Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/fcec049a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in The Wood

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1388)

"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Belle

CA $152

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 27 - Dec 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20314200/20314106/bfeae9e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House, 4 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20314200/20314106/b065ab99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20314200/20314106/a3826d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20314200/20314106/2cc760a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Vacation Home in Twizel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Glencairn-Beauty.h20314106.Hotel-Information)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(10)

"Property was nice and quiet. Beautiful home that fit 5 guests well. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jonathan

CA $262

CA $301 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Glencairn-Beauty.h20314106.Hotel-Information)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21690000/21689300/21689262/b4657ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21690000/21689300/21689262/528ad865.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21690000/21689300/21689262/9eafbdf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21690000/21689300/21689262/4603581d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Cromwell

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Central-Park-Apartments.h21689262.Hotel-Information)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(182)

"Very nice place to stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Trent

CA $163

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Central-Park-Apartments.h21689262.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/44038d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/b49cd30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/f87a8462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/8e959017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aparthotel in Wanaka

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Distinction-Wanaka-Serviced-Apartments.h1753019.Hotel-Information)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(802)

"We picked this condo for the facilities for the day. Everything was fine but you do need to drive into town"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Mike

CA $290

CA $334 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026

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CA $116

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8.8/10

Excellent

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CA $141

CA $163 total

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Dec 29 - Dec 30

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### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Great view and location"

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information)

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### Blue Peaks Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place to stay, walking distance to shops and food. New, clean and comfortable room and beds. Will stay here again if I have the chance to visit Queenstown in future."

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### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

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### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

10/10 Excellent

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### Millennium Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

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### Bealey Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean room. Good dining. Would stay again"

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### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, basic but very functional kitchenette, awesome location, quiet rooms, great beds."

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### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

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