Lime Tree Lodge

Lovely Lime Tree Lodge is a delightful little retreat near Lake Wanaka, with mountain views, homecooked cuisine and an outdoor swimming pool within its private 10-acre estate, which itself is also filled with pristine flower gardens, orchards and lawns.

Lime Tree Lodge is proudly intimate too and has just four guestrooms and two suites, a comfortable communal lounge and games room in addition to those charming outdoor spaces and panoramic vistas at every turn.

The spacious rooms here all enjoy a private patio and French windows, ideal if looking for a romantic night in as a gourmet meal and wine can be delivered to your door.

You’ll find underfloor heating, a king-size bed and a handful of other in-room amenities in each, while suites offer a much bigger floorplan and extras such as a well-stocked minibar and lounge area.

This boutique South Island property also benefits from easy access to the highlights of wider Wanaka, such as Mount Aspiring National Park; the wineries of Central Otago; extreme sports in nearby Queenstown; boat tours and endless scenic hiking routes through the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area.

And when it comes to dining at Lime Tree Lodge, delicious homemade food is available on request and served either in the dining area or delivered to your guestroom (there is no regular dining service here unless pre-booked).

What’s more, there is also a daily shuttle service to some of the many fantastic restaurants in Wanaka, which is well worth making use of.

Overall, Lake Wanaka’s Lime Tree Lodge in the southwestern corner of South Island is a wonderful choice if looking for something a little more serene and low-key, tailored towards adults (young children are only allowed if booking the entire property), with timeless mountain views, a heated swimming pool, gardens for private dining or games and the best of Wanaka all around.