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Whare
Kea Lodge is located on 60 acres of private farmland on the shore
of Lake Wanaka. This inspiring building captures the full beauty
and grandeur of its lake-side setting and alpine views, whilst providing
the ultimate in sophisticated accommodation for guests.
Lake
Wanaka celebrates four distinct seasons, with a variety of activities,
attractions and unique wilderness areas. Centrally located in the
Southern Lakes district travellers are well placed to access the
Mount Aspiring , Fiordland, Mount Cook and Westland National Parks
and the vast rural landscape that lies between. Whare Kea Lodge
provides a relaxing base to absorb the ambience of this lake-side
resort, and explore the surrounding region.
Whare
Kea means 'house of the kea' in Maori. It is pronounced 'far-eh-kee-ah'.
The Kea, the world's only alpine parrot, lives high above the snowline
in the surrounding mountains.
Accommodation
Whare
Kea Lodge - The Lodge has two master suites and four
deluxe rooms accommodating a maximum of twelve guests. All rooms
include; a large ensuite bathroom with double ended bath and separate
double shower, walk in dressing room/wardrobe, coded personal security
safe, Bose stereo sound system, cordless phone, broad-band wireless
internet access, writing desk and an arm chair and footrest. All
rooms have direct access to the sundeck with an outdoor table setting.
The
two spacious master suites situated at the end of each wing include
a king sized double bed, and in addition to those features mentioned
above, a double sofa, occasional table with arm chairs, large writing
desk and outdoor sun loungers. The four deluxe rooms can be configured
as two king single beds or one king-sized double bed.
The
central living area comprises three lounge spaces including open
fire, a bar and dining area. In addition there is a billiard &
TV lounge room, massage room, cellar room, guest communications
centre as well as outdoor areas.
Whare
Kea Chalet
- High in New Zealand's Southern Alps, on the edge of the Mt Aspiring
National Park, lies a unique alpine escape - Whare Kea Chalet -
luxury where you would least expect to find it.
Make
your way to the Chalet by helicopter. Enjoy a guided alpine walk
followed by a gourmet picnic surrounded by the vista of high rocky
mountains, glaciers, residual snow fields and alpine meadows.
After
a glorious day settle back to enjoy a glass of champagne in the
evening alpen glow followed by a delicious Whare Kea dinner. Relax
after dinner whilst being regaled with tales of adventure from your
guide. Sleep soundly under the Southern stars secure in the remoteness
from the cares of every day life, ready for the adventures the next
day brings.
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