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Reviews of Homestead Retreat - 2 Bedroom - Lake View

1 Old Homestead Place, Kelvin Heights, 9300 Queenstown, New Zealand

#15 of 413 Holiday rentals in Queenstown

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 65 apartment reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Great apartment in Frankton
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The check-in and check-out hours are so strict. Our activation code didn’t work until 3pm and we arrived earlier but were not let in. The host sent reminders about check-out and asked to leave the property before 10 otherwise there will be charges. This does not feel so friendly. The property was a little far from Queenstown city centre, if you don’t have your own transportation, it may be a problem.

    The apartment is in a two-story building, and we have the private access to the second floor which is great. The view from the balcony worth a million. And you have easy access to the Queenstown trail which is good for a walk. The kitchen was well equipped. It’s a delight there is even a wide selection of spices, soy sources, olive oil. The Nespresso coffee machine was nice! The two bedrooms offer a queen bed and a bathroom each. The master bedroom is huge and has a patio.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Beautifully presented property with amazing views from every window. Fabulous facilities., clean and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautifully presented property with stunning views. Exceptional facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super comfortable and clean. Really quiet and relaxing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The washer/ dryer combo didn't work well, and we were hoping to be able to get all our laundry done.

    Great location! Water taxi is right there to avoid crazy parking in downtown queenstown. Beautiful apartment. Easy checkin process.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gorgeous property really beautiful home! Would stay again in an instant.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elderly people may find the stairs a challenge with heavy suitcases.

    Everything was very comfortable, tidy and modern. All the facilities and equipment were new and we had everything we needed. The house was light filled with lovely views.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    9.0
    Deluxe apartment in a perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 9 nights

    The food at the nearby Wakatipu Grill - don't bother going there. Medium-rare fillet steak was served well-done twice!

    The location was great thanks to the views over the lake - watching the jetboats do 360's in front of us! The two bedrooms with their own bathrooms was perfect for our family group.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    9.0
    Great location, very comfortable apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to pick something, it’s Tight parking for car, but still fine really, fine for us - but isn’t 2nd floor so a flight of stairs could make it hard for some.

    Great location, right next to Hilton and the restaurants & bars at Hilton, also can use the water taxi stop at Hilton, just 1-2 mins walk. Very nice apartment, everything you need, comfortable,

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful apartment by Lake Wakatipu
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the toilets had a weak flush and needed a couple of flushes to clear it. Also I didn't feel that the owners were very warm based on the messages, but I think they just wanted to ensure their apartment was well taken care of.

    The whole apartment was really comfortable and had a beautiful lake view. The interior of the apartment was very well designed too. It was also very clean and well furnished. I loved the window ledge for reading in one of the rooms.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    A fabulous weekend in a beautiful apartment, we didn’t want to leave.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Offering Sky TV and Netflix would enhance the facilities available and enjoyment for guests. Toilet off the living room needs more pressure to flush everything away.

    Perfect location with sunshine away from the business of Queenstown. Lots of amenities and shopping close by. Walking and biking tracks, and the lake on your doorstep. Fabulous view from the living areas and balcony. The apartment was upmarket, tastefully decorated, modern with attention to detail, warm and clean. Two bathrooms for two bedrooms is a bonus that we appreciated. Everything you needed was available in all the rooms. Beds are comfortable, shower has excellent pressure and plenty of hot water.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    parking on angle

    Modern, exceptional clean, fantastic location/views

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    We enjoyed it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was one of the main reasons we chose to stay here. The facilities were nice and clean

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    9.0
    We loved staying here. Such a beautiful outlook from every window. Close access to ski fields, shops
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Parking

    Super easy with the code for door being sent prior to our arrival

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms and bathrooms were very tidy and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    9.0
    Superior accomodation with great facilities nearby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful home with everything we needed - very comfortable beds and superbly equipped kitchen. Loved the location out of town with great walking available.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    10
    Stunning house with stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful house with everything thought of (including straightening irons!!). The views were magnificent (over the lake and out to coronet peak from one window and looking up to the back of remarkables out another). Comfortable, warm and beautifully styled.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    10
    Overall excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough blankets in the bedroom, it’s a bit cold sleeping at night

    Great location and facilities

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    9.0
    A very well presented apartment ,well equiped with all your needs with fantastic views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Given a code via email, had a code pad ,was very easy to use, fantastic views,very warm ,great facilities which were very clean, off street parking, water taxi near by a great find to travel to town

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    9.0
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay there again
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The parking can be quite awkward particularly if you had hired a larger type vehicle however having said that I managed to park the Mitsubishi Outlander without too many worries but anything bigger would have been a bit of challenge

    Muesli, milk and spreads were provided along with coffee pods Apartment is very modern with plenty of space with very nice views over the lake. Beds are super comfy. The apartment is located at Kawarau Falls with very nice views of the lake and with the bonus of having the water taxi pick up/drop off about 100mts from the apartment which is a great way of getting into Queenstown whilst enjoying the views of the Remarkables.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    great views. the house is nice and warm

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2023

    10
    Relaxation supreme
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2nd bed not as comfortable as the main bed.

    Location out of busy Queenstown,. Apartment beautiful, lovely views and super modern appliances. Little extras like hair straightener and hot water bottles

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the perfect apartment! wonderful view, very quiet, superb equipment - a dream in every aspect. thanks to the owners for letting their property share with traveling guests. would love to have such a perfect apartment back home

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2022

    10
    Beautiful condo, everything very modern and nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love the location, beautiful view and right by walking trails

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of do's and don't rules but i do understand it is their property. Lot of construction over the road cutting down on privacy.

    Great location

    Stayed in November 2022

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