Activities
AJ Hackett Bungy
3, 2, 1 .. Jump, swing, catapult or zip, it is all here for you to do! A bungy jump is the essential Queenstown adventure experience. Queenstown is home to the best bungy jumps and swings in the world
Jet Boat
Take a thrilling jet boat ride through steep ravines with Shotover Jet or across Lake Wakatipu and down the world-famous Kawarau and Shotover Rivers with KJet.
Skiing & Snowboarding
The Cottages at Lake Hayes are surrounded by 3 ski fields, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardrona
Skydive
“Embrace The Fear” and jump out of a perfectly good aeroplane with NZONE
Ziptrek Ecotours
Ziptrek Ecotours is NZ's #1 Original Zipline tour company that offers a variety of spectacular & fun zipline adventures through the forest canopy high above Queenstown, on Skyline Gondola hill
Golf
The Cottages at Lake Hayes are surrounded by 5 golf courses and 117 golf holes, The Hills, Millbrook, Arrowtown, Queenstown and Jacks Point
Hot Air Ballooning
Rise to altitudes of 6000ft & drift with the breeze with spectacular views at the dawn of the Southern Alps, Lakes, Rivers and NZ's finest Golf Courses. Followed by a champagne celebration on landing
Fly Fishing
Looking to land a big trout that the region is famous for, then you need to go fishing with Henare Dewes at Dream Waters. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, Henare is your guide
The Queenstown Trail
The Queenstown Trail is one of NZ's 22 Great Rides, and allows you a safe and sustainable way to explore the area by bike or on foot via 130kms of spectacular off-road trails, starting at The Cottages
Bike Hire & Tours
Whether you want to a guided tour or hire a bike to explore the surrounding trails yourself, Around The Basin Bikes, can deliver bikes to The Cottages
Alpine Luxury Tours
Need help organising your activities, Alpine Luxury Tours will arrange bespoke luxury and exclusive experiences for you, providing you an all-access-pass to all the special things to do in the area.
What our guests had to say
The PERFECT stay! So many pretty things all in one package! The view of the beautiful lake, the inside interior, the artwork, even the landscaping... it's all so aesthetically pleasing. Not only was the cottage so warm and cozy upon arrival, but all the floors are heated and the fireplace...
Coastal707292
I recently had the pleasure in staying a couple of nights at the Lake Hayes Cottages. What an absolute treasure this place is. The cottage we stayed in was first class, the bed was extremely comfortable, the interior was absolutely beautiful, inviting, and most importantly restful. Lake...
Aimee
Amazing Gorgeous spot! Better than any hotel I've stayed at. The whole experience was really easy, the check in was seamless, the cottages are beautiful, every detail has been thought of. We can't wait to come back!
theyseemerollin
Loved it! Stunning spot! We stayed in Alta, one of the five cottages they offer. We absolutely loved everything about it. Amazing setting and clever layout to offer the incredible scenery. Had a few fresh nights and the cottage kept us nice n snug. Fresh eggs, handwritten postcard, the...
Vinny
Stayed 3 nights in hope cottage which was on the lake edge with a beautiful hot tub privately placed outside the bedroom. Two bedrooms, amazing couple size shower and lovely toiletries. Beds super comfortable! Sky TV and a Bluetooth speaker nespresso, milk frother, dishwasher, everything you...
Deena
A Wonderful stay We had high expectations of the cottages from word of mouth recommendations and they did not disappoint. Very tastefully furnished, high quality everything throughout and fantastic attention to detail, a very luxurious stay and one we highly recommend.
Benna McC
Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples! Loved staying in the relaxing and stylish cottages!! They have thought of everything and you really feel at home. Fabulous spot for friends, family, and couples. Close to everywhere in the Queenstown region. Can't wait to stay again!
TamaraMiles
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
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
Perfection Words can’t describe how perfect our 3 nights were in the “Moke” cottage. From the breathtaking views, to the amazing interior and exterior design of the cottage. Hands down the most perfect accommodation we’ve ever stayed in. We’ll be back again...
Shaun A