WHAKATA ON WHITBOURN

A short distance from skiing, cycling, and more, this smoke-free vacation home lets you experience it all. Mt Crichton Loop Track is an easy 10-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers covered onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 3-minute drive to Lake Wakatipu.

After you return, unwind in the garden and enjoy the outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, as well as an electric kettle, a microwave, and cookware. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and free toiletries. And there's access to laundry facilities, so you can even pack a bit lighter. Other amenities include bed sheets, an ironing board, and heating.