
House holiday rentals in Wānaka
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 1,070 holiday rentals in Wānaka

Nightly prices starting at
Wānaka holiday rentals start at $34 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
910 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 160 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
50 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
320 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
1,060 of Wānaka holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Wānaka rentals

4.9 Average rating
Wānaka stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in Wānaka
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Aurora Cottage
Aurora Cottage is a peaceful retreat just 5 minutes drive from central Wanaka. Set in a private native garden, this stylish new cottage features warm wooden interiors, a private deck, outdoor dining, and comfortable seating. Walk to cafés, a brewery, grocery store, and butcher in minutes. Surrounded by scenic walking and biking trails, it’s the perfect base for exploring. Hosts live on the property, but the cottage is fully self-contained and interaction is optional. ⭐️There are steps to enter⭐️
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Peninsula Bay Luxury Retreat
One night rate is NZD$1400 for up to 12 5 or more nights $1200/night (+ Airbnb fees) sent as a special offer after booking 2 night minimum July-September PBLR is large & luxurious, with incredible lake & mountain views from almost every room. Free wifi, SkyHD, Netflix, Prime, Spotify, Sonos, & we include quality linen & cleaning. Kitchen fully equipped with Nespresso machine, double oven & scullery. High quality bedding & furnishings. Couples/smaller groups - email to negotiate these rates.
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Lake View Heights - Luxury large home -244 sq mtr
A 2020 one storey built modern spacious home (approx 240 sq m) situated on a hill boasting amazing lake and mountain views, whilst still being a short walk to the lake and Wanaka township. Sun drenched, warm family home with separate living and bedroom wings with a connected partially covered central deck which provides an attractive outside dining option. Excellent feedback eg Charlie -Aug 23 said "excellent house, view was awesome. House is much better than pictures and pictures were great'
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Luxury 2 bedroom house just a short stroll to town
New to the market- brand new two bedroom holiday home with private off street parking. Set in the quiet streets of old Wanaka this holiday home is only 300m from the lake, 500m from the iconic Wanaka Tree and a short 2.3km lakefront walk to town. Rest easy at night with two master bedrooms, both with their own ensuite as well as laundry facilities. Fully functional kitchen with a dishwasher allows you to dine at home before relaxing in the spacious living area with heating and a smart TV.
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Holiday Haven in The Heights, Wanaka
Escape to this contemporary family retreat, ideal for a relaxing holiday. The spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area is bathed in natural light and flows to a large deck with stunning lake and mountain views. Enjoy the convenience of an additional lounge, fibre WiFi, smart TVs, and other entertainment options. Stay cosy year-round with a fireplace, heat pump, and comprehensive heating throughout. Experience the beauty of Wanaka in comfort and style—you may never want to leave.
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Pure Lakefront, Corner Peak Cottage
Uninterrupted lake views await your next very special getaway. This retreat is a perfect blend of luxe and retro in an architecturally designed 1960's Cottage nestled in outstanding natural beauty. There is nothing between you and the spectacular lake view apart from some deep breaths, a wine and some down time. This is the best view in Lake Hawea! The Cottage sits at the front of the property with a fenced off and completely separate Corner Peak Studio at the back of the property.
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The Lookout Lodge, Ski and Rural Farm Experience
This is a fantastic lodge to share with families and friends. We are 45 minutes from Cardrona and 10 minutes from central Wanaka. Guests will find themselves enjoying this exclusive rural location surrounded by farm life, magnificent views, stars, and great facilities. The lodge has central heating, spacious cooking and dining amenities, an outdoor fireplace, farm animals, and multiple options for sleeping arrangements. For more information, contact us at Lookout Lodge Wanaka.
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Executive Home with Great Views & Hot Tub
This stylish place to stay is perfect for groups. Centrally located with a 15 min walk to town and access to the lake edge walkway. Close proximity to Sticky Forest for biking. North facing warm home with stunning views and a spa pool to sit back and relax with a chilled glass of wine. Two lounges one upstairs for adults to socialize and one downstairs to relax and watch TV. Spacious modern kitchen fully equipped to cater for groups. Garage for storing and drying sporting gear.
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Wanaka Lakeview Holiday Home Lake Mountain Views
Welcome to our 2 bedroom house built in 2024 which has stunning lake, forest and mountain views from the large deck. We have a new luxurious Super King bed in bedroom 1 and a Queen bed. 20 minute walk to the lake. Five min drive to Wanaka township, (Wanaka Tree) and plenty of parking. Air conditioning/heat pump. The bathroom with separate toilet. Big lounge and full kitchen, dishwasher, fridge freezer and bar fridge, microwave, induction cooktop and oven
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Wanaka Luxury Villa, Private Spa + Chef Kitchen
Just minutes from Wanaka, yet wonderfully secluded. Every detail has been considered. An experience beyond ordinary accommodation. This 100 year old character home has been fully renovated and extended to an exceptional standard and combines contemporary & heritage with the warmth of natural materials. With more than 100 five-star reviews, it's a place visitors return to time and time again. A hidden sanctuary in one of the country's most breathtaking regions.
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LUXURY HOME WITH LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Step into this outstanding luxury accommodation in Wanaka and you will feel the spacious, cool elegance of its contemporary design, while being entranced by the panoramic views over Lake Wanaka, and the surrounding mountains. Catering, for up to 12 comfortably, but equally, it has lovely intimate spaces for a smaller number if thats you! IVP has been in the holiday home market for many years with wonderful 5 star reviews with many returning guests.
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Peaceful Private 2 Bedroom Lodge - stunning views
Get ready for your most relaxing getaway in Wanaka. Sit on the deck in summer under the shade of the Oak tree with the Tui's warbling and watch the sheep meandering in the nearby paddock. In Winter sip a glass of Pinot by the open fire. Or take a hot bath on the deck. Our spacious 2 bedroom lodge is the perfect place to relax and take a break from everyday life. So many guests tell us they'll be back!
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House rentals with a pool

Luxury Home with Pool Wanaka Dublin bay private
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Wanaka Albert Town Retreat Home Away From Home
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House on Macpherson
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Mountain View House
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Spacious home, key to community Pool/spa/gym
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Alpine Retreat
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Crib Foradori
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Cedar House
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Weekly house rentals

Aubrey House
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Roy’s Peak House, Architectural Gem in Wanaka
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Cute Wanaka Crib - 12 Minute Walk to Lake & Town
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Number 70 Warm 3 bedroom - close to lake and town
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Kikorangi Mountain Vista
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Lismore's 19th
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Modern & Private + hot tub. Peak View lodge-
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Private cottage with stunning mountain views
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Private house rentals

Wānaka Holiday Haven
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Wanaka Family Retreat
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Private Sunny Room
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Dream Home Wanaka
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Central Two Bedroom Two Bathroom House
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Wanaka's Woodfull House
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Edgewood View
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Grey Barn Wanaka
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When is the best time to visit Wānaka?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $497 NZD | $487 NZD | $451 NZD | $484 NZD | $399 NZD | $395 NZD | $439 NZD | $426 NZD | $436 NZD | $402 NZD | $392 NZD | $494 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 16°C | 13°C | 10°C | 7°C | 3°C | 3°C | 5°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C |
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