Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages

Very nice rooms, warm and cosy. Bed was big and comfortable. Staff were wonderful. Hot tub was private and seperate spaces for bbq and out door fire. Solid built place in a very nice setting of trees and lush grass. Easy walking to the lake, parks and to the township.

We had 3 nights here as part of our honeymoon. It was an amazing stay! Amazing room, very nice Jacuzzi (24 hours), free laundry (great for travelers) and the best part is the very warm and kind staff! Alan and Josie were very nice and friendly towards us and they helped us get by

Home away from home. Such a cozy and inviting atmosphere just steps away from the lake. Really lovely hosts and, if you can get breakfast it’s phenomenal. I stayed at 15 locations throughout New Zealand and this was my favorite of all. I was disheartened to leave.

Our visit was spectacular. The location perfect being just a bit out of the town center and backed up to a beautiful park. The cottage was spacious and comfortable. Allan was a wonderful host. The nearby activities were ample and very enjoyable. We would absolutely return.

My wife and I spent two nights at Wanaka Homestead and wish it could have been a couple nights more. We booked the Lismore Cottage, which was far more than we needed (3BR, 2BA) but talk about comfortable! It was downright lavish, and well priced for all we got. Location is super convenient to the lake, with a nice walk through a beautiful tree and flower-filled park, just 15 minutes walk from the town center. Bedding and furnishings were outstanding. Our host, Allan, was absolutely terrific - welcoming, engaging, with great stories to tell and spot-on tips for dining and entertainment in town. Highly recommend Allan's restaurant, Francesca's Italian Kitchen, and Pembroke Wine & Spirits, which he recommended, the latter looking like a bottle shop but featuring amazing cheese and charcuterie boards and terrific wine, beer and gin tastings. Highly recommend Wanaka Homestead as the perfect Wanaka home base!

Comfortable, clean and awesome spot. Great host.

We booked two nights at this b&b on a trip through New Zealand. The facilities were good, the venue located near the Station park, the lake and walking distance from the center (15-20 min walk). Appreciated the guest laundry facilities and the hot tub. However…… although we booked for a b&b (through agency) we only received bed. Sadly upon arrival, and only after I asked, the host informed us he would not provide breakfast due to too much work with other jobs. Huh??!! We didn’t discuss this further since it would end up in an awkward situation for the rest of the stay, however apparently we as guests were considerate about that etiquette but the host was clearly not ashamed to deliver the message. The rest of the stay also, apart from hints and tips on things to do and where to eat, not much else was delivered - one pincher of water in the common section, tea and coffee making was possible - nothing in the fridge complimentary nor paying. Big difference with other b&b who did provide breakfast and some welcome drink or at least fresh water in the room. So I can’t provide a higher score since the lack of one main part of our booking was failed to deliver and it costed us time and money to have to take food elsewhere. Big miss and not pleasant surprise when on holiday.

When I initially tried to book two nights here, I couldn’t as the site said it was full. Fortunately I called and spoke to Allan. He initially said it wasn’t possible but then tried to alter things to fit us in. So glad that he did. A lovely place to stay, close to a lakeside park and a short walk to town. Highly recommended.