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Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes

Cardrona vacation home with kitchen

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A residential area with houses, a road, and a mountain in the background.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a framed artwork, and a view of a building through a large window.
A living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a flat-screen TV.
A cluster of red-roofed buildings with large windows, surrounded by greenery and a hillside.
A modern house with a red exterior, large windows, and a stone foundation.

Entire home

180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cardrona
  • Place, Cardrona Distillery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cardrona Alpine Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Valley View Quad Chair
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Cardrona

In Cardrona .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Cardrona Distillery and 9 miles (15 km) of Cardrona Alpine Resort. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Valley View Quad Chair and Whitestar Express Quad Chair.

What's nearby

  • Cardrona Distillery - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Cardrona Alpine Resort - 21 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Valley View Quad Chair - 22 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Amisfield Winery - 30 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Gibbston Valley Winery - 31 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cardrona Valley General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Bar & Café - ‬28 min drive
  • Captain's Run Cafe - Cardrona
  • ‪The Lounge - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Base Cafe - ‬28 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.

Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes

Escape to the heart of Cardrona in this warm and inviting 4-bedroom alpine retreat, perfectly located between Wanaka and Queenstown. Relax by the fireplace after a day at Cardrona Ski Resort, store your snow gear in the garage, or enjoy summer adventures with hiking, biking and nearby wineries. Featuring 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, BBQ and outdoor seating area, this peaceful home is ideal for families, groups and year-round getaways in every season.

For any questions or assistance during your stay, feel free to reach out at any time. You can contact me directly through the booking platform, I'm always happy to help and will do my best to respond promptly. :)

Nestled in the scenic Cardrona Valley, this home is set within a quiet and relaxed alpine neighbourhood surrounded by stunning mountain views and open landscapes. It is the perfect destination for guests looking to enjoy the Cardrona Ski Resort during winter, while also being close to hiking trails, mountain biking, wineries and lake activities throughout summer. The area offers a peaceful atmosphere away from busy tourist centres, with Wanaka and Queenstown both within easy reach for dining, shopping and entertainment.

Guests will have exclusive access to the entire property throughout their stay, including all indoor and outdoor areas. This ensures complete privacy and comfort during your visit.

This warm and welcoming two-level alpine home is designed for comfort, relaxation and easy group living. Featuring four bedrooms and two full bathrooms split across both levels, the layout offers plenty of space for families, friends and small groups to unwind after a day exploring the region.

The home includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and comfortable living room centred around a cosy fireplace, perfect for winter evenings. Outside, guests can enjoy a private seating area with a BBQ, ideal for summer dining and relaxing in the fresh mountain air. A garage provides convenient storage for ski gear, snow equipment or bikes, making the home perfectly suited for year-round stays in Cardrona.

Having a vehicle is recommended when staying in Cardrona, allowing easy travel between Wanaka, Queenstown and the surrounding attractions. The home offers convenient onsite parking and garage access for storing gear and equipment. Cardrona Ski Resort is a short drive away, while nearby highways provide simple access to local wineries, hiking trails, bike parks and lake activities throughout the region.

Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form and sign and agree to our rental conditions.

We require a $500 security deposit hold.

We do not permit smoking inside the property. If you do violate this policy, we will charge you $300 for the additional cleaning services required.

Pets are strictly prohibited.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Smoking Indoors (outdoor smoking is allowed). No Pets Allowed. Quiet Hours: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Parties and events are allowed, but must be approved by the host in advance. Additional cleaning fees may apply.
A $500 damage deposit is required and may be pre-authorized before arrival.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.5 mi (48-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cardrona Sanctuary by Aotearoa Escapes to downtown Cardrona?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Cardrona.

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