Title: Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116134200/116134176/9598c309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116134200/116134176/29dae291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116134200/116134176/038dc2ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116134200/116134176/bc08d929.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116140000/116134200/116134176/ada92a6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities at Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this villa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2347 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago Perched high on a peaceful ridge, Hawk House (Te Rangi Kahu) commands sweeping views over Central Otago’s awe-inspiring landscape. A striking modern retreat, it’s designed for connection, comfort, and calm—where architecture and nature meet in harmony. Its distinctive rooflines, echoing a mother hawk and her chick in flight, stretch gracefully toward the vast southern sky. This clever design isn’t just beautiful—it’s symbolic, thoughtful, and award-winning. In 2019, Hawk House soared to national acclaim at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards, taking home Supreme House of the Year, the Craftsmanship Award, and the title of Most Outstanding Residential Project in New Zealand. Celebrated for its bold vision, environmental sensitivity, and meticulous attention to detail, it’s a home that sets a new standard in design and build quality. Built into the hillside and clad in rugged Otago schist, Hawk House feels like it belongs—part futuristic haven, part homage to the wild beauty of Middle-earth. It’s your modern-day hobbit-style hideaway, seamlessly embedded in the land that inspired The Lord of the Rings. Located in the tranquil hills of Queensberry, the home blends sleek contemporary design with the raw beauty of New Zealand’s South Island. Floor-to-ceiling windows blur the line between indoors and out, capturing ever-changing vistas of rolling hills, vast skies, and, in winter, the snow-draped St. Bathans Range glowing pink at dawn and dusk. With three bedrooms and bathrooms in the main house, plus a flexible adjacent studio that has served as a guest room, yoga space, or creative retreat, Hawk House is ideal for families, couples, or small groups. It’s especially well-suited for groups looking to explore Wānaka, Cromwell, and the wider Central Otago region—offering both privacy and shared spaces, all just a short drive from world-class lakes, trails, wineries, and adventure. Sip local Pinot Noir by the fire. Watch hawks wheel through the sky. Let time slow down. With a designer kitchen, spacious living areas, and thoughtful touches throughout, Hawk House isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to return to. Come for the views. Stay for the stillness. Hawk House is your sanctuary in Central Otago. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,347 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash Parties and events are allowed on site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as nzsir-luxury-rental-homes-PUKEKOWHAI-DR-300 ## 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-44.80304%2C169.31955&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3YZ1LKRTzjg46z8EofOEatq2nxI=) Queensberry, Otago #### What's nearby - National Transport & Toy Museum - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles - Warbirds & Wheels - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles - Wānaka Lavender Farm - 21 min drive - 14.8 miles - Puzzling World - 23 min drive - 16.4 miles - Rippon Vineyard - 32 min drive - 20.7 miles #### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tarras Country Coffee Shop - ‬29 min drive - ‪Luggate Hotel - ‬13 min drive - ‪Lazy Dog Cafe & Cellar Door - ‬9 min drive - ‪RW Orient Express Restaurant - ‬14 min drive - ‪Old Truck Cafe - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hawk House Your sanctuary—and your launchpad—in Central Otago located? > Situated in the mountains, this villa is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from DOC Trailhead and within 12 miles (20 km) of Warbirds & Wheels and Wānaka Beerworks. 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