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Exterior
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Anglers paradise and great family holiday place

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Wanaka, Southern Lakes
  • Popular LocationLake Wanaka8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Pools9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFantail Falls18 min drive
  • AirportWanaka (WKA)59 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 10
Bedroom 1
    1 bunk bed
    1 child bed
    1 single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

Room options

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Property grounds
Rustic cottage nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (10)
The price is NZ$187
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Rustic cottage nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park

About the area

Makarora

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Te Wahipounamu and 11.2 km (6.9 mi) from Lake Wanaka. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a sofa bed, a coffee/tea maker and a phone. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Makarora holiday home include Blue Pools and Fantail Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Wanaka - 8 min drive
  • Blue Pools - 9 min drive
  • Puzzling World - 41 min drive
  • Rippon Vineyard - 49 min drive
  • Lake Hawea - 70 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Anglers paradise and great family holiday place

The Stone House is a great family Bach set in the amazing Makarora River valley surrounded by the mountains. The river is just a few minutes walk away for the keen fishermen or for the kids to swim in the summer, but the property is fenced (small dogs can escape though!) with plenty of indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy and keep an eye on the little ones.

Boat launching areas at the lake and the river. Mt Aspiring National Park is just a short drive away with amazing walks including the Blue Pool Track for a gentle stroll or the whole national park for serious trampers. The Haast Pass is just a half hour away and you can do a day trip to the West Coast and Jacksons Bay. Wanaka is a 45 minute drive and the Cadrona ski field another 15 minutes from there for winter sports.

There is a cafe and bar a few minutes drive away in one direction and the tourist centre just a few more minutes away in the other direction. (May have seasonal closures in winter so check first)

The house has stone walls which are cool in summer and retain the heat from the big log fire in the winter. This is a family Bach that has been in the family for three generations and is showing a bit of wear but its being renovated as we can get to it. So if you want to relax and not fuss about using miss matched plates then you will enjoy this place.

There is a deck from the upstairs living space with a view up the Wilkin Valley and a great fire pit in the back yard for sitting around on cooler evenings (fire warnings permitting)

There are spare mattresses if you need to put some of the kids on the floor and room on the grassy section to pitch a tent or two. There is only one bathroom but there is a second outside toilet.
Special conditions:
Suitable for couples, families with younger and older children, or groups. Pets allowed with prior approval, outside dog kennel.

Rate: $180 for first 4 people, additional adults $20 per night, additional kids free.

Minimum stay 2 nights but call us to see if there is a deal available.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$20.00 per person)

Property manager

Marg Lister

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Internet access

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Anglers Paradise Great Family
Anglers Paradise and Great Family Holiday Place Makarora

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Anglers paradise and great family holiday place?

The closest beach to Anglers paradise and great family holiday place is Haast Beach (47.6 km).

Does Anglers paradise and great family holiday place have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Anglers paradise and great family holiday place?

No, Anglers paradise and great family holiday place does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Anglers paradise and great family holiday place?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Anglers paradise and great family holiday place Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, rustic accommodations
We loved this location, a few minutes' walk to the wonderful Makarora river braidplain. The house is unique: rustic and a little run down. Comfortable enough if you aren't expecting luxury. Some things could use a little updating (i.e. floors and bath fittings) but all this is secondary to the stunning landscape. We enjoyed our 10 days exploring the area--be sure to check out The Craypot fish and chippie at the end of the road over Haast Pass and the Wilkin Jet Boat tours.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maxime T.

Nice stay
Nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best holiday
This is a wonderful holiday home with a lot of atmosphere. The house is built with love and one can feel that. We spent 2 weeks there and we loved every minute. The owners are super friendly and helpful, they made us feel at home and very welcome. It was always lovely to chat and they helped us with what to do and where to go and how to catch that big trout. The house itself is beautifully built, close to the river, but also close to shops and everything else you need. We loved it so much we're thinking of going again. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stone cottage ..beautiful setting .. great open fire .. need to take food with you . Good kitchen .. bedding good .. lots of fire wood .. only downstairs bathroom .. pretty waterfall walks .. tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michele W., Bundaberg

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice family holiday
We stayed a few nights. Loved the two fireplaces. Lovely part of NZ. A good house for a large Family or group to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
Great place to relax with everything you need. Marg the host was great at communicating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Stone House!
We had a lovely 4 night stay in Makarora at the Stone House. This is a great, out of the way location if you are looking for peace and quiet. The rural and rustic setting was just what we were looking for. We did have a few hiccups with the property and surrounding area. The house was incredibly cold when we first arrived (we could see our breath in the house) and the pellet fire would not turn on at the wall, so we had to quickly build a fire in the fireplace, which took a while to warm the house. There was ample firewood to keep the house warm, which was needed, as we had to keep the fire going the whole time we were there, including getting up during the night to stoke the fire. This was a minor issue as it was cold out and we were prepared for it to be. Also the cafe and shop in town nearby were closed fully for the season, so bring what you need otherwise you’ll be making a trek. Again not a huge deal for us as we had what we needed. The bridge to the Blue Pools is currently closed as it’s reached the end of its lifespan and not sure when it will be replaced or fixed, sadly we weren’t able to see them. The beds were all phenomenal and cozy. The electric blankets were much appreciated! And the toilet in the laundry room has one of the best views that I’ve ever witnessed whilst taking a dump. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good staying experience except very noisy water system
This bach provided great facilities: great beds, electric blankets, great kitchen setting, good shower, close to Makarora. The only downside: If you are a light sleeper like one of us, you might not get much sleep. My partner she didn’t get much over three days staying as the water system kept making insane noise throughout the nights. If this issue can be solved in the future, we would definitely go back as such a beautiful area to travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get the fire roaring
Built of river rocks so a bit different. Great fire with plenty of wood.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stone house
We recently stayed at this beautiful home for a family weekend get away , was peaceful and beautiful location with a warm house close to all of our weekend activities , was perfect for us and our furry friends
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023