Minaret Station Alpine Lodge
At A GlanceThere are few places in the world, if any, quite like Minaret Station Alpine Lodge. Accessible only by helicopter from either Queenstown or Wanaka, this private, luxury lodge is tucked away in a remote glacial valley surrounded by sky-scraping peaks and the breath-taking Lake Wanaka. Comfortable in every sense of the word, with warm hospitality and world-class cuisine, the lodge has just four chalets to ensure the highest level of seclusion and the ultimate opportunity to enjoy some of life’s most precious elements: time, fresh air and open space, while creating lifelong memories with friends and family.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more ... | Check In: 15:00Check Out: 10:00Closest Airports: Wanaka AirportNearby Landmarks: Wanaka, Clutha River, Luggate, Skydive Wanaka |
LocationRemotely positioned in a high alpine meadow in the Southern Alps between Queenstown and Wanaka, Minaret Station Alpine Lodge is a jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s South Island. Without road access, getting to the station is part of the experience, with daily helicopter transfers available from Queenstown and Wanaka. Flying through breathtaking mountain valleys, over snow-capped peaks and across braided alpine rivers, this “hotel transfer” rates among the world’s finest scenic flights.
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One Of The World's Most Secluded & Private Luxury LodgesOpen the door to one of just four luxuriously appointed alpine chalets. With tasteful high-country design, each chalet features a king-sized bed (or twin), ensuite bathroom, hot tub and private deck where you can relax and unwind beneath the stars. |  |
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From Paddock To PlateSavour the taste of New Zealand’s great outdoors curtesy of the talented in-house chefs. With simple yet refined style, the chefs use only the freshest local ingredients from Central Otago’s basin. In fact, the free-range venison, Te Mana Lamb and Angus Beef are all sourced from Minaret Station’s own 50,000 acre working farm. Seafood is fresh from Stewart Island, the West Coast and Fiordland. Whatever you choose, all meals are paired with an extensive range of fine New Zealand wines from the country’s best boutique winemakers.
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Unique, Authentic, Private & Off-The-Beaten-Path ExperiencesPrepared to be amazed by some of the finest travel experiences offered anywhere in the world. Get the ultimate bird’s eye view of the Fiordland, Dusky Sound or Aoraki Mt Cook with a spectacular privately guided scenic flight. Go beyond the beaten path and explore the best of New Zealand’s great outdoors with guided hiking, mountain biking and heli-skiing. Mark a special occasion with friends or family with a station tour or Mountain Kitchen lunch. The choice is yours! |  |
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Experience Life On A Working High-country FarmAs well as being location to Minaret Station Alpine Lodge, Minaret Station is a working high-country farm, home to some 10,000 deer, 7,000 sheep and 1,000 cattle raised for supply to premium export and domestic markets.
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