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Wharenui by MajorDomo - Rustic Home on 11.5 Acres

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bathroomsSleeps 144653 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Speargrass Flat, Otago
  • Place, Millbrook Resort Golf Course
  • Place, Coronet Peak Ski Area
  • Place, Onsen Hot Pools
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Speargrass Flat

Located in Speargrass Flat, this villa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Lakes Hayes Walkway and Off The Wall Gallery. .This villa is 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from The Remarkables Ski Area and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Crown Range.

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coronet Peak Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪11th Avenue by Frank’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wu Cha - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wharenui by MajorDomo - Rustic Home on 11.5 Acres

Wharenui is a rustic 7-bedroom villa, set only 5 minutes from Arrowtown. On 11.5 acres of land, this home features a tennis court, swimming pool, spa pool, sauna & big gardens. The main home has 5 bedrooms, an open fireplace & a pool table. A separate stone cottage on the property hosts 2 bedrooms & a second lounge space with another fireplace.

We kindly ask that you read through the Additional House Rules section prior to confirming a booking and contact us if you have any question.

Wharenui is a spacious, rustic country family home privately nestled amongst 11.5 acres of mature grounds, yet only a 5 minute drive to Arrowtown, 10 minutes to Coronet Peak ski field and 20 minutes to Queenstown. The charming character of this unique vacation rental instantly feels `homely` and its spectacular setting feels private and peaceful.

Wharenui`s main house has five bedrooms, two living rooms and a kitchen and dining area, whilst a separate charming stone cottage sleeps a further four guests with two ensuite bedrooms and a lovely cosy living room with another fireplace.

In the main house, the extremely spacious living room has a large roaring open fire, large entertainment system and a pool table, and enjoys gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. There is also a seperate cosy den with an additional open fire which offers a more intimate space for relaxing, reading or watching TV. The kitchen and dining area is the perfect place for families to come together, with a table large enough for the whole group to dine together. In summer, you can open up the french doors onto the terrace and dine under the pergola while you enjoy the late warm evenings next to the outdoor fireplace and admire the stars in this rural setting.

For our outdoor lovers, the property also has a swimming pool, tennis court, spa pool, an expansive lawn and bubbling stream. With so much outdoor space, the children will certainly never run out of space to play at this beautiful home!

Being such a large vacation rental, Wharenui is the perfect character property for up to three families or a group of friends to share a special holiday or milestone in a beautiful rural setting.

Please note that this villa is not suitable for events or functions hosting more than the maximum 14 guests.

Guests will have access to the whole property, including the tennis court, swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, garden, outdoor BBQ and main house.

A MajorDomo representative will meet you at the property on arrival to show you around, and then we will give you space to enjoy the home freely, but will be available via phone or email if required.

5 minutes drive from Arrowtown. 10 minutes drive from Coronet PEak. 20 minutes drive from Queenstown. Peaceful rural location.

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All children and infants are included in the total guest count - maximum number of guests should not exceed that specified on this listing, including all infants. Any bookings made exceeding the maximum number of guests will be cancelled.

Please note, the maximum count at Wharenui is 14 guests (maximum 12 adults + 2 children)

A refundable security deposit will be charged to your card prior to your check in. This is a MajorDomo requirement of booking. The deposit value is usually equivalant to the cost of 1 night - we will advise you of the exact figure in your confirmation email.

**Swimming pool is seasonally heated and will not be heated during colder months**
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a sauna or take in the view from a terrace and a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 50,084 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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Reviews

Wharenui by MajorDomo - Rustic Home on 11.5 Acres Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natachai N.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janet S., Waiuku

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

House was pleasant & serviceable for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for large group

Great atmosphere - large spaces. Great private location. Warm - open fire. Only negative is at one end of house the twin room upstairs shares en-suite bathroom which and only be accessed through main bedroom. Not really a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019