Rangers Retreat Wanaka

Ranger’s Retreat is a two-bedroom luxury holiday home set on a peaceful 100-acre farm near Lake Hawea. Surrounded by open countryside and dramatic alpine scenery, the property offers uninterrupted mountain views that carry through almost every room in the house.

Inside, the cottage combines modern comfort with a relaxed rural feel. The open-plan living space includes deep couches, soft sheepskin beanbags, and a wood-burning fireplace that makes the space feel warm and inviting year-round. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors connect the kitchen and dining area to a large outdoor deck, creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow. Outside, there’s an alfresco dining area and a sofa-lined outdoor fireplace, making it an ideal spot to unwind in the evening. Watching the sun set behind the Southern Alps with a glass of local Pinot Noir is hard to beat.

The cottage sleeps up to six guests across two king bedrooms and a mezzanine loft with twin beds. One bedroom faces the front of the property while the other sits at the rear, and both enjoy mountain views. The loft adds extra flexibility for families or small groups travelling together. Beyond the cottage itself, walking tracks behind the property lead to some of the best viewpoints on the farm, giving guests a chance to explore the landscape at their own pace.

Ranger’s Retreat is also well positioned for exploring the wider region. Lake Hawea township is only 10 minutes away, while Wanaka can be reached in around 20 minutes. Nearby activities include swimming, biking the Gladstone Track, or taking on local hikes such as Grandview Mountain, Breast Hill, and Isthmus Peak.