Title: The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home 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 # The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home Holiday home in Wānaka with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63490000/63489000/63488964/3e3a8620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63490000/63489000/63488964/52377bd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63490000/63489000/63488964/7acceaa2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63490000/63489000/63488964/0d038e48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63490000/63489000/63488964/d7588977.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a serene lakeside setting, The Lakefront Gem offers an open-plan living and dining space that seamlessly flows out to a partially covered balcony with views of Lake Wanaka. With modern amenities like complimentary WIFI, Freeview TV, and an equipped kitchen with BBQ facilities. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home A stone's throw from the shores of Lake Wanaka rests this cottage, complete with everything you need in your home away from home. Welcome to The Lakefront Gem! Light and bright thanks to an array of windows, this charming property features open-plan living and dining that seamlessly flows out to a partially covered balcony with outstanding views. Whatever the season, you’ll find your happy place to sit back and enjoy a glass of Central Otago Pinot Noir as you admire the sparkling deep blue water of Lake Wanaka and its mountain backdrop. Fully refurbished in 2021, a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances is on hand to self-cater your stay and be sure to make use of the available BBQ to grill up a feast for the whole family. Whether you choose to share a meal indoors or dine alfresco on the balcony, you’ll be delighted to find a dishwasher to make clean-up a breeze. On your mid-year getaway, the old-styled and closed fire will keep you toasty warm, all while offering that cosy alpine ambience while you snuggle up with a cuppa and a book, or your favourite show on the TV connected to Freeview. Complimentary WIFI is also available to ensure you can stay connected throughout your stay. Three bedrooms, with a range of bedding configurations, sleeping up to five guests here at The Lakefront Gem, meaning there is plenty of room for everyone to stretch out and find their own space. A bathroom with a soaking tub and separate toilet to provide added convenience for your stay. The Hidden Gem is in an ideal location to offer privacy, yet all the convenience of being only a short 4-minute drive, or 12-minute walk, from central Wanaka and the bustling lakefront. Here you’ll find a plethora of shops, eateries, and conveniences, as well as a range of local activity providers. A relaxing Wanaka getaway awaits, here at The Hidden Gem! As there is a section of the deck without a barrier with a small drop on to grass, all guests should take care when using this area.A bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37920600/37920555/f543d9e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Escape - 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Wanaka - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=95110894&PinnedHotelID=95110894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 No 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 On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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. ### Property is also known as The Lakefront Gem Wanaka Home The Hidden Gem Wanaka Holiday Home 596517 The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home Wanaka The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area Wānaka is home to this holiday home. Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wānaka Golf Club and Rhyme and Reason Brewery. Puzzling World and Wānaka Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Wānaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka.dx3792) [View more Holiday homes in Wānaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3792-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-44.687435,169.13626&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jcvoGslig_%40%3FU%3FS%3FY%40S%40U%3FU%40S%40Y%40SBU%40UBSBU%40UBUBSDSBUDUBUDQDUDSDUDQDUFQFUDQFQFQFUHQFQFSHOHOFQHQHOHQHOJQHOJMHOJMHOLOJKHMLOJKJKLKJOLKJILKLKLGLMJGLILKNGLELILINELGNELELENENGLENANELCNANCNANCLAN%3FNCN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%40NBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNFLDNDLDNDLFLDNHLHLDLFNJLHJFLLLFLJLJJHLJJNLJJJJJLNHLJJJNJNJLHNJLHNJPHNHPHNHPFPHNHNFRFPHPFTFPFPDPFTDPFTDPDTDRDRDRBTDTBTDRBR%40TBTBTBR%40T%40TBR%40T%40V%3FT%40T%3FR%40X%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAV%3FTAT%3FTAVARCTATARCTCTCRATCTETCRETCRETEPETETEPGTEPGREPGRGPGTIPGPGPIPINGPIPINIPINKPILKNINKLKNKNKJILMNKJKJMJKNMJKHMJMJMFMJKHMHOJMFMDMHOFMDMHODMDODMDODMDOBODM%40OBOBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOCMAOEOCMEOEOEMEMEOEMIOEMGMIMEOGMKMIKIMKMGMKMKKIMKKOMKKKKKMOIMKKMOIOKMIOKOIMKQIOIQIOIQGQIOIQGQGQIQGUGQGSEQGSGQEUEQEUEUESESCSEUCSEUCUCUASCUCUASCUAUAWAS%3FUAUAU%3FW%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rUG15LBvP3_DAwxEOLpVpa2Nsqk=) Wanaka, Queenstown - Wanaka ### What's nearby - Wānaka Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Puzzling World - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Wānaka Lavender Farm - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles - Rippon Vineyard - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles - Mount Iron Lookout - 13 min drive - 2.7 miles ### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬10 min walk - ‪Big Fig - ‬10 min walk - ‪Relishes Cafe - ‬9 min walk - ‪Water Bar - ‬11 min walk - ‪Muttonbird - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Lakefront Gem - Wanaka Holiday Home located? > Situated in Wānaka, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gallery Thirty Three, Picture Lounge and Pembroke Park. 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