Castle Cliff Lodge Queenstown

Views: Castle Cliff Lodge has been built on a large section positioned perfectly with the most incredible 270-degree views. The panorama encompasses the famous Remarkable mountain range, Bayonet Peak, Cecil Peak, Walter Peak and Bob’s Peak. This is a brilliant, elevated location looking down Lake Wakatipu towards Kingston and up towards Glenorchy.

Location: Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, Castle Cliff Lodge provides guests with a luxurious and peaceful getaway. Downtown Queenstown is a convenient four-minute drive away or a scenic 25-minute walk. Guests are also just an eight-minute drive from the International Airport and for winter guests, Coronet Peak ski field is an easy 23-minute drive away.

Style: High ceilings and skylights add to the grand feeling of this home. Castle Cliff Lodge has undergone extensive renovations, newly completed in May 2021. The renovations have been done to a very high standard, and the home has been beautifully styled and furnished with thoughtful touches throughout. The tasteful and luxuriously appointed interiors have been furnished in collaboration with well known designer Trace Beaumont-Orr of Décor Design, Taupo, and the chef’s kitchen and bathroom spaces have been designed to a high specification by Auckland designer Jenny Harris of Design Front.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms: The six bedrooms are spread out over three levels, have been tastefully decorated and all have luxury linens. The four bathrooms have premium toiletries, hair dryers, and heated towel rails. There is also a guest toilet on the main living level and one downstairs by the games room.

Configuration: Master bedroom on the upper level of the house: King split bed (can be 1x super king or 2x singles), amazing mountain and lake views, desk, sofa, Smart TV, built-in wardrobe, ensuite with steam shower. Bedroom 2 on the upper level: Bunk bed with queen on the bottom and single up top, built-in wardrobe, mountain and lake views and a secret “Treehouse” for the children. Bedroom 3 on the upper level: Queen bed, mountain and lake views. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a bathroom with separate tub and steam shower. The toilet is separate. Bedroom 4 on the middle level: Queen bed. Bedroom 5 on the middle level: Queen bed. Bedrooms 4 and 5 share a bathroom with shower. Bedroom 6 on the lower level: King bed, mountain and lake views, desk, built-in wardrobe, and ensuite with shower.

Living areas: This generously sized home has more than enough space for guests to spread out. There are two living rooms on the main level of the home, one with an open log fireplace and the other with a log burner. Both have doors opening out to the fabulous outdoor living areas. The front room has large picture-windows for guests to admire the spectacular lake and mountain views, and the second living room has a convenient study nook with desk and a TV area. On the lower level of the home is a sauna room and an impressive games room with a bar, billiards table, dart board, gym equipment, and media area with 90” Smart TV, surround sound and lounge seating. This area has large sliding doors opening to the lawn.

Kitchen and Dining: The kitchen has had a full renovation, providing guests with a brand-new luxurious kitchen. Fully-equipped with a dishwasher, oven, induction cooktop, coffee machine and fabulous views for when doing the dirty dishes! The kitchen has bar stool seating and a convenient open plan flow to the dining area with seating for 12, which also provides guests with gorgeous views.

The Great Outdoors: Guests will love the multiple outdoor living spaces. The large lake-facing balcony will surely impress with its never-ending views and there is a sheltered area at the back with an outdoor fireplace, dining table for 12 and BBQ. Indulge in your own private spa pool for the perfect après ski while gazing out to the gorgeous mountains. The games room on the lower level opens out to a large flat lawn, which is wonderful for children to be able to run around.

Special Events: Castle Cliff Lodge is available as a unique event space. The lawn and incredible views provide a stunning and intimate space for weddings. Or ditch the traditional boardroom and meet in style. Book your next boutique business retreat at Castle Cliff Lodge for a private and luxurious setting. The home has plenty of spaces for colleagues to spread out and features a flexible media room where the billiards table converts into a boardroom table. Fees and Terms and Conditions apply. Please enquire.