12 Astral Rise, 9305 Wanaka, New Zealand
#1 of 166 Holiday rentals in Wanaka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 140 apartment reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 April 2024
Gjw58
AustraliaA small suggestion would be a king sized bed; and getting the bags up the stairs to the apartment is challenging for older people.
A fully cooked breakfast each morning; The views are amazing; The Hosts had great suggestions for local sightseeing eg. Diamond Lake walk
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Katherine
New ZealandUnique, expansive, and beautiful, Kauri House is a very special place to stay. Perched in a private location with a 270-degree view, this multi-room apartment is spacious, well-appointed, and crafted with loving care. Bill and Noelene are extremely gracious hosts, and the breakfasts (included) are VERY generous and delicious. Highly recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Annamma
United StatesCan't think of anything that needs improvement.
Amazing hosts! The real deal B&B experience. Felt like we were with family. Hosts went out of their way to drop us off twice. Breakfasts were incredible (black peach!!). Bed and living space were very comfortable and views were incredible.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Leslie
United StatesIt was perfect.
This was an amazing stay in Wanaka! Noelene and Bill are the most amazing hosts, the breakfast was to die for, and the views spectacular! I hope to get to come back some day!!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNothing at all
Amazing location with stunning views, great facilities and perfect hosts. A great breakfast as well!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Tracey
United KingdomWe absolutely loved Kauri Apartment. It’s spacious, well equipped and has the most stunning panoramic view of Lake Wanaka and the mountains - it was great to sit out on the extensive balcony and take everything in. Noelene and Bill are really friendly hosts and serve up excellent breakfasts. Very highly recommended.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Lara
United StatesNothing
Gorgeous location and view; delicious breakfast; stunning architecture; lovely hosts.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Yati
ChinaNone
We felt at home. Beautifully decorated & comfy.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Peter
United KingdomLovely views over Wānaka. Large apartment, comfy bed, well equipped. Fresh flowers in the room. Had great breakfast and Nolene and Bill were really friendly and helpful. We even had a lift to drop off our car at one end of a walk to avoid walking both directions.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Leela
United StatesAmazing views from a very comfortable and spacious apartment. Noelene and Bill were lovely hosts who prepared a delicious breakfast every morning and had great local suggestions for us.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Derek
United KingdomNothing.
Wonderful views. Very friendly host.Excellent breakfast. Unique and quality accommodation.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Mark
AustraliaNoelene bent over backwards to look after us during our 2 night stay. The views from the lounge over lake Wanaka to snow capped mountains were amazing. The breakfasts prepared for us were fantastic and totally unexpected.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Andrew
New ZealandShower water pressure was OK but wasn't great.
Large, comfortable apartment with great outlook over the lake. The breakfasts were excellent - though probably too big!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Neville
AustraliaThe breakfast were fantastic and the host was great especially on trying to vary the menu to my liking. The views were also brilliant.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Coral
AustraliaNeeded to climb stairs to access apartment.
Breakfast was wonderful and views were amazing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Kathleen
AustraliaThe breakfast was amazing with fantastic mountain and lake views from the apartment. The warm hospitality of the hosts made this an excellent holiday. Thank you
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Jacqui
AustraliaShower water pressure
Beautiful views and cosy
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Tanya
New ZealandQuite noisy when the wind blew due to air vent over shower.
Amazing daily cooked breakfast, fantastic views!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Kate
AustraliaThe breakfasts were amazing, loving location and cozy room. The hosts were also lovely!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 18 June 2023
Ktm71
SingaporeNone
Bill and Noelene are excellent hosts. From the detailed driving instructions to the property emailed to us a few days before our arrival, the wonderfully furnished premises, the great suggestions to hikes around the area, the delicious breakfast served every morning and the beautiful view from the balcony. It was a great stay😄
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Beverley
AustraliaNo negatives
Fantastic location with magnificent views, wonderful owner who made us feel so welcome. Breakfasts were amazing, will definitely stay their again if we travel again to NZ.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 9 May 2023
Garry
AustraliaDriveway, a bit hard to find at first then very steep but the view over Wanaka is worth the climb.
Breakfast was fantastic, trout served one morning, caught by 'Bill' our host the previous day.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 6 May 2023
James
AustraliaThe drive in is a bit challenging but okay provided you take it slow, but the views make it so worth it
Where do I start- amazing breakfasts, including freshly caught trout, great coffee, the most amazing view, the hosts are so friendly, and helped my wife carry her bag as she had been ill- really this place is a jewel in every way
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 3 May 2023
Colin
New ZealandNothing
THe hosts looked after us wonderfully.
Stayed in May 2023
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