Matakauri Lodge.

Located on the shoreline of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri offers a secluded alpine retreat just seven minutes from the energy of Queenstown. The lodge is defined by its intimacy, featuring only 11 suites designed by Virginia Fisher that blend contemporary aesthetics with stone fireplaces and expansive glass to frame the Remarkables and Cecil Peak. The architecture prioritizes the landscape, ensuring every room and the outdoor infinity pool feel integrated into the native bush. Dining is a central pillar here; the kitchen focuses on modern New Zealand cuisine with daily changing menus served in varied spaces like the library or the lakeside patio. It serves as a quiet, design-forward base for exploring the Southern Alps, emphasizing private lake access and a slower pace than the town center.