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 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 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
What our guests had to say
These cottages are beautifully designed right down to the last detail. The living space is generous and well laid out and the bedrooms finished to a high standard with no expense spared on the beds to ensure a great night's sleep. Situated right on the lake edge, it's hard to beat this...
Chris
Delightful stay Great stay at the cottages at lake Hayes. Each of the cottages are tastefully done, great big sliding windows capturing the best views. Warm, lots of light, spacious bedrooms with ensuites. Perfect for family visits or friends. So close to Amisfield, Akarua, arrowtown and...
Woods295
We had the most fabulous time staying at The Cottages, so much space, stunning artwork, comfy beds, fab views and great location right on the lake and so close to Arrowtown with restaurants if you want to go out. We went skiing and are planning a summer trip mountain biking now.
Sofia
We loved it!! We were so thrilled when we arrived at our cottage and saw the beautiful setting and gorgeous lake views.We were equally excited when we went inside, it is a fab, modern and tastefully decorated space. We were given a very warm welcome and left to enjoy our stunning view, crisp...
Overpackhack
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
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
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
A luxury stay The Cottages at Lake Hayes was the perfect accommodation booking I have ever chosen. The immediate reply when enquiring about my stay made is simple and clear. The communication was available the entire stay and the quality of each cottage was 100% best value. The decor and...
Taane
Always the best sleep and beautiful spot to recharge reconnect and restart
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