C is for Community and Charity
We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place with an incredibly special community, which we love to support through charitable events held at The Cottages and The Homestead, and by offering stays at The Cottages at charity auctions.
We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place with an incredibly special community.
We have supported the following charities through events held at The Cottages and The Homestead, and by offering stays at The Cottages at charity auctions and as raffle prizes.
All these charities support our local community directly:
Impact100
(www.wakatipucommunityfoundation.co.nz/impact100)
Final Five Event at The Homestead in October 2020
The local Queenstown branch of Impact100 raised NZD120,000 for local charities in its inaugural year 2020
Basket of Blessings
(www.basketsofblessings.co.nz)
Pop Up Art Show at The Cottages in December 2020
Christmas raffle tickets to win two original paintings by our featured NZ artists and a 2 night stay at The Cottages
Baskets of Blessings, Happiness House, Lakes District Air Rescue Trust
The Hills Charity Day in January 2021
2 night stay at The Cottages raised NZD1250
Shotover Primary School Fundraiser
Garden Tour at The Homestead in March 2021
Wakatipu High School Foundation
(www.whsf.nz)
WHSF Charity Dinner in June 2021
2 night stay at The Cottages and dinner at Amisfield raised NZD3600
What our guests had to say
The cottages are very spacious, beautifully designed, and decorated. They are in a wonderful location overlooking Lake Hayes, close to both Arrowtown and Queenstown. I would recommend the cottages for a long weekend.
Jason
Fabulous cottage accommodation Lake Hayes Cottages are very well appointed to the highest standard. Every detail has been thought of with tasteful decor throughout. Amazing views and fantastic location close to Arrowtown. A must visit. We can’t wait to stay again!
duncanmcnz
These cottages are the best! Spectacular view over the lake & spaciously set up with a great outdoor fire pit for evening drinks. Modern design inside with great window seats and large windows that open up. Awesomely comfy beds! We took 3 cottages for a girls weekend, location near Arrowtown...
Ange
Such a paradise! Sometimes Instagram does not live up to reality. I had been following the cottages at Lake Hayes thinking how wonderful they looked. They are even better in reality! Impeccably designed to the incredible views, they are so comfortable and feel like you want to live in one...
Ro
We loved staying at The Cottages Lake Hayes. Well appointed with beautiful art, comfortable bed, and a well-appointed kitchen area. We stayed in cottage Moke, named after a lake in the area. The color scheme was to our taste, as each cottage has its own identity. Loved the location just below...
April
Did NOT want to leave Absolutely loved the cottages! Chilled bubbles in the fridge, chocolate and a handwritten welcome note. Hot tub was amazing, the gardens, clean place and comfortable. Just what we needed. Everything was awesome! Thank you!
CV2DV
Awesome family holiday My family had a wonderful long weekend at the The Cottages. We loved the attention to detail and the special touches that were provided by Kirsty and Justin. The location is great and the views are stunning (including from the by the fire in the Pinot Pit). I...
hannahbJ3188BF
What a beautiful to stay at!!! One of aotearoa treasures, this place is definitely a "Must stay at" in Queenstown. The cottages are absolutely stunning, with attention to detail shown throughout the whole interior, and that view - wow!!!! Thank you, thank you, will definitely be back xx
Aimee
Hidden Gem We booked the entire property for a 5 day holiday of adventure-packed family and friends celebration. The accommodation was first class. the rooms are so comfortable with everything you could possibly need. The location was superb so close to everything - Arrowtown, the mountain, the...
Sarah V
Cant wait to come back and stay again! Well equipped cottages with stunning outlook over looking Lake Hayes. Easy park up to the front door access to each cottage which has two king size bedrooms and spacious en-suites each, along with a full kitchen and lovely dining/sitting area. Perfect for...
Fussy Traveller 2