Title: Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=60043078&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake (Wānaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60050000/60043100/60043078/4d029098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake (Wānaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60050000/60043100/60043078/c02d22b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake (Wānaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60050000/60043100/60043078/3334f642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake (Wānaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60050000/60043100/60043078/eee91473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake (Wānaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60050000/60043100/60043078/7a802f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake Unbeatable location in central Wanaka! This spacious 4 bedroom house is situated 5 mins walk from the town centre and 2 mins from the lake. Warm and comfortable with log burner and large open plan lounge/dining /kitchen area there is ample space for all. The kitchen is very well equipped and hot water is gas heated so can provide for large groups. 2 bathrooms and a separate toilet. WIFI, 42\` Samsung Smart TV (Netflix), unlimited fibre internet, laundry facilities. Covered outdoor dining area with BBQ. Perfect for large groups or families. PLEASE NOTE: Airbnb does not consider infants to be guests (when counting numbers) and will allow you to book this property if any infants accompanying you take your guest numbers to higher than 10 guests. Unfortunately, our council regulations prohibit us from exceeding this number, including infants. If you do book for more than 10 guests, infants included, we will unfortunately need to cancel your booking and you will need to incur any fees we get charged. Please also note that there is no infant bedding provided with this property - you will need to bring your own port-a-cot and linen if you are bringing an infant. Also this property has a wood burner so please be careful operating it with young children present. You will have access to the entire house. I live locally so I am never too far away. This property is very close to the centre of Wanaka. There is no public transport in Wanaka so hiring a car is advised. Although due to the close walking distance this home offers to the Wanaka Township where you can easily hire bikes you may decide against car rental. There are taxi\`s available and most adventure activities on offer out of the immediate township offer transport. Please note that we do have a minimum age requirement of 25 years. The primary guest making the booking must meet this minimum age, though accompanying guests may be younger. Wi-Fi is available with unlimited fibre internet. Please put rubbish out on Thursday night as rubbish is collected early Friday morning. The red one is a definite and its either yellow or blue,- just see whats happening in the street. Once your booking is confirmed, you will be directed to our guest app. Prior to check-in, you will be required to complete an identity check by scanning your licence/passport and credit card before being provided with your arrival instructions. This provides security for the owners of the property so they are comfortable that you are who you say you are and you have the documents to prove it (similar to a hotel check-in procedure). We do not charge your card, nor does it get stored by our system, and you are welcome to block out some numbers, but please note that our Guest App has the highest level of PCI compliance available. This process is necessary due to the fact that we have a self-check-in system. Please note, Airbnb does not consider infants to be guests (when counting numbers) and will allow you to book this property if any infants accompanying you take your guest numbers to higher than 10 guests. Unfortunately, our council regulations prohibit us from exceeding this number, including infants. If you do book for more than 10 guests, infants included, we will unfortunately need to cancel your booking and you will need to incur any fees we get charged. Please also note that there is no infant bedding provided with this property - you will need to bring your own port-a-cot and linen if you are bringing an infant. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105680000/105678600/105678541/573c829d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain View Wanaka Retreat Wanaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=105678541&PinnedHotelID=105678541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9595700/9595629/9a3636fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages Wanaka - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 95 reviews CA $305 CA $351 total includes taxes & fees Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=9595629&PinnedHotelID=9595629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234900/4234810/dd3244c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wanaka Luxury Apartments Wanaka - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 413 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=4234810&PinnedHotelID=4234810&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3430000/3429955/5c019915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clearbrook Motels Wanaka Wanaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 419 reviews CA $223 CA $260 total includes taxes & fees Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=3429955&PinnedHotelID=3429955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 4BR House in Unbeatable Location in Central Wanaka! Wanaka 322794 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-44.70147%2C169.13063&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VJFQOzXuVvwVInhQ2sJnnk9bWlw=) Wānaka, Otago #### What's nearby - Pembroke Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Picture Lounge \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Gallery Thirty Three \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Wānaka Golf Club \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Basecamp Wānaka Climbing Centre \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km #### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Big Fig - ‬12 min walk - ‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪Firebird - ‬10 min walk - ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake? ### What time is check-out at Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake? ### Where is Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Central Wanaka Retreat Close to the Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris L. Aug 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place and location We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It’s in a fantastic location and is a really nice home inside. I would highly recommend staying here. ##### Chris L. Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter A. Oct 31, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent good size house, perfect location. Excellent good size house, perfect location. ##### Peter A. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Branko Z. Aug 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house Great house for our needs ##### Branko Z. Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul C. Jul 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ski holiday Very tidy with good facilities. ##### Paul C. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant K. Jan 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect This house was so perfect for our family gathering.. Great location too ##### Grant K. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline K. Jul 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### enjoyable We only had one problem and that was the traffic noise in the upstairs rooms and the front room. Generally the early morning traffic. ##### Pauline K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie H. Sep 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wanaka stay We loved staying at this house with lots of room and an excellent location. The only thing I would say is there could have been more toilet paper and rubbish bags but other than that it was great! ##### Melanie H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris D. Jan 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip A really lovely home in a great location. Easy walk in to town and to the lake. Excellent communication. A really enjoyable stay. ##### Chris D. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Briar M. Oct 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome will book again was great lots of space ##### Briar M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### BERNIE O. Aug 26, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### nice place Had a great stay. Just a bit disappointed with the internet. with unlimited broadband packages pretty standard around the country, we were a bit miffed to be limited to 1 gig per day. We all thought it a bit ridiculous. ##### BERNIE O. 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