4.4★
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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
15 Customer Review(s)
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Rachael 
“We absolutely adored this cottage.”
We plan to return to the area to do more mountain biking we we’ll definitely want to book this cottage again.
We plan to return to the area to do more mountain biking we we’ll definitely want to book this cottage again.
- Rachael, July 2024 -
Lisa “Dirty Laundry from previous renter not collected.”
Hard rain came through dripping down vertical posts beside slider and pooled on floor. Couch was so uncomfortable. Heatpump required. Would not stay again.
- Lisa, March 2024Hi Lisa , thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience with us fell short of your expectations, particularly with regard to cleanliness and the situation with the dirty laundry. We would like to assure you that we have addressed these issue with our cleaning team to ensure that it does not happen again and have also addressed the maintenance and amenities with the owner of the property. Bachcare
Lisa “A fantastic stay for our family!”
! Perfect size and everything readily available and accessible. Children managed the stairs fine with some guidance. We will absolutely be back again !! Perhaps one suggestion would be to add a note to tenants reminding to turn the gas off the bbq as when we arrived we could smell strong gas and it had been left on.
- Lisa, January 2024Carole “It was great place to stay.”
only minor things for improvement 1. there was only kindling for one night 2. key fell down from lock box into gap between house & deck. Had to call for another key. happened before apparently. fill the gap ? 3. in high winds, the external white pipe pointing up above the roof line at the back of house ( by driveway) vibrated noisily enough to wake me up. some supporting bracing at an angle from both sides up to top of pipe should fix it. 4. maybe a chopping block to cut kindling would be good (maybe small concrete pad ??) pretty minor points - excellent place to salary - highly recommend it.
- Carole, August 2023Thank you for reviewing your recent holiday spent here, Carol. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback on what would have made your stay even more comfortable. Your comments have been shared with the local team and property owner to address. They are now in the process of actioning each point raised. We look forward to hosting you again. Bachcare
John “Lovely place to stay.”
Loved the woodburner and storage for bikes in garden shed.
- John, May 2023Ross “This is a great home away from home, thank you so much.”
The Owls Nest is very warm & homely, I hope I will be able to stay there in 2 years time for the next Wheels at Wanaka. This is a really lovely little cottage.
- Ross, April 2023Marjorie “We appreciated our stay at Owl’s Nest.”
The cottage was comfortable, clean and warm. We found Lake Hāwea was a great place as a base for our holiday and would highly recommend a stay at Owl’s Nest to others.
- Marjorie, March 2023Phil “We loved the cottage, an excellent base for our travels, and really enjoyed our holiday.”
Thank you very much! Jan & Phil Reynolds
- Phil, February 2023Sheila “A perfect place to stay for a couple - warm with everything you need - have highly recommended to family and friends”
- Sheila, March 2022John “Lovely little house, great mezzanine area for two teenagers to hang out.”
- John, January 2022laura “The Owl's Nest is a cosy and comfortable stay.”
Great views from the comfort of the living room, great hiking and biking close by and good local food options. We loved our relaxing few days in Lake Hawea.
- laura, April 2021Carmen “Lovely comfortable little holiday house for a couple and maybe young adult visitors.”
Great little pot belly log burner that will keep the place warm in winter. We used the opportunity to store and lock our bikes in the garden shed when we didn’t use them.
- Carmen, March 2021Barbara “Compact and comfortable wee house idea for us as a couple”
- Barbara, February 2021Ian “Good clean excellent dwelling ,would use this again .”
Not suitable for kids with that ladder system .
- Ian, November 2020Thank you for your kind feedback. The owners have taken on board your thoughts on the ladder system and have recently upgraded this to be much safer and easier to use. It now features flat steps, two handrails and slides in and out on rollers, allowing the gate in the loft to close. A system that blocks off the bottom steps has also been made to prevent young children from climbing up unattended. Bachcare
Ian “Good clean excellent dwelling ,would use this again .”
Not suitable for kids with that ladder system .
- Ian, November 2020Thank you for your kind feedback. The owners have taken on board your thoughts on the ladder system and have recently upgraded this to be much safer and easier to use. It now features flat steps, two handrails and slides in and out on rollers, allowing the gate in the loft to close. A system that blocks off the bottom steps has also been made to prevent young children from climbing up unattended. Bachcare
Summary
- Bedroom 1: Queen Size Bed
- Mezzanine: 2 x Single Beds
- Bathroom 1: Hand Basin, Shower, Toilet, Towel Rail
- Living, Dining
- Oven, Hobs, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Toaster, Kettle
- Fireplace
- Wi-Fi
- Washing Machine
- Parking
- Sorry, no smoking
Linen
Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.
The property
On a lovely section just a short walk from the lakefront sits this gorgeous little holiday home, featuring two bedrooms and packed with everything you need for your next Lake Hawea getaway. Welcome to the Owl’s Nest! Perched perfectly in a corner spot, this charming home is surrounded by an expansive lawn just waiting for you to enjoy a summer game of backyard cricket. Once the action’s over, grill up something delicious on the BBQ and take a seat at the outdoor table under the shade of the umbrella. For those winter getaways or chilly nights when the sun’s gone down, spark up the wood burning fireplace and get cosy in the open-plan living area. A comfy couch is just waiting for you to nestle into with a good book, and for a bit of extra seating why not head up to the loft and bring the bean bags down! A well-equipped kitchen offers you plenty of space to whip up delicious meals on holiday, and the best part is there’s a dishwasher to take care of the washing up for you. Whilst there is no TV, unlimited internet and audio speakers are available for streaming content on your own devices at the end of your day exploring. This two bedroom Lake Hawea accommodation comfortable sleeps up to four guests.. The downstairs bedroom features a queen bed, while the loft bedroom on the mezzanine has two singles that can be joined together to make a luxurious super-king! Lake Hawea is a magical spot to spend both summer and winter holidays, and here at the Owl’s Nest you’re not far from the attractions this little town has to offer. Just a six-minute walk from the house you’ll find the river trail, and in 12 minutes you’ll be at the lakefront with its stunning views. You’re welcome to store bikes and other adventure equipment in the garden shed, so make sure you bring it all along. There is a small store in Lake Hawea for topping up on supplies, or take a 15-minute drive to Wanaka where you’ll find a supermarket as well as plenty of eateries, shops, and activities. The Cardrona Alpine Resort is also only an hour away for a bit of snow fun! For a home away from home packed with modern charm, look no further than Lake Hawea Owl’s Nest!
As shown and described in the listing, there is a mezzanine bedroom at Lake Hawea Owl's Nest that is accessed via a secure ladder that has handrails. The ladder is on rollers and so can be pushed flush up against the wall when not in use. The mezzanine level is able to be closed off at the top with a gate when the ladder is in either position. An optional panel can be placed on the ladder to prevent children from climbing it. All guests should take extra care when accessing the mezzanine, and parents should closely supervise children.
Please note that the third photo shows the new ladder up to mezzanine with rails.
The two king single beds in the mezzanine bedroom can be joined together to create a super king bed. If you require the super king option, please let us know when booking so the appropriate linen can be provided.
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.About the location
Tranquil, peaceful Lake Hawea is just a 15 minute scenic drive out of Wanaka, and is the perfect spot for those who love swimming, boating or hiking. Home to some of the country's best fly-fishing spots, you can also take in the breathtaking views with a hike up Isthmus Peak or mountain biking across to Wanaka! All of our Lake Hawea holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.
