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Boutique hotel in Wellington

Boutique hotel in Wellington New Zealand

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Sleeps: 2
Tags: beach, boutique, chic, city, coastal, conferences, couples, designer, events, nightlife, ocean, romantic, sexy, stylish

Described as sophisticated urban chic, this boutique-style hotel is located in Wellington's exclusive seaside neighbourhood of Oriental Bay. Whilst the idea of modern boutique hotels isn't unique, the mid-century furnishings that adorn the interior spaces of Ohtel certainly are. Very classy, even if they can't spell hotel.

Where: New Zealand › North Island › Wellington

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Groovy retro house in Martinborough

Retro-modern holiday home in Martinborough New Zealand

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Sleeps: 10
Tags: countryside, couples, cultural, designer, families, groups, kids, retro, rural, stylish, unusual, wine

Mixing the best of 50's and 60's living, this architecturally designed house will not only appeal to lovers of all things retro, but those with a taste for wine too. Located in Martinborough on the North Island, an hour from Wellington, the town's key attraction is wine with the nearest vineyard only a short stroll from the house.

Where: New Zealand › North Island › Martinborough

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Unusual house-truck at Golden Bay

Unusual holiday accommodation on South Island New Zealand

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From NZ$120 per night
Sleeps: 2, 4
Tags: beach, bizarre, camping, coastal, families, kids, mountains, ocean, secluded, strange, unusual

With views of mountains and sounds from the ocean, this quaint truck sits in the lush gardens of a backpacker's guesthouse where it has been creatively refashioned into private holiday accommodation. Just a short amble to Pohara Beach, at Golden Bay on the South Island, the living area is suitable for 4 people.

Where: New Zealand › South Island › Pohara

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Boutique lodge by Lake Taupo

Holiday accommodation in Lake Taupo New Zealand

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From NZ$460.00 per person/per night
Sleeps: 2
Tags: boutique, fishing, honeymoon, lakes, luxury, mountains, nature, photoshoots, romantic, spa

Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, the famous and influential American architect, this award winning boutique lodge is set within magnificent landscaped gardens with mountain views. The lodge overlooks beautiful Lake Taupo, reputed as being one of the best trout fishing areas in the world

Where: New Zealand › North Island › Lake Taupo

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Luxury apartments in Franz Josef

Holiday accommodation in New Zealand

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From NZ$135 per night
Sleeps: 2, 4
Tags: families, hiking, kids, mountains, nature, remote, romantic, stylish

These stylish luxury apartment villas are set amongst some of the wildest scenery in New Zealand in the tranquility of Westland National Park on the South Island. A wonderful relaxing bush environment with one of only two glaciers in the world that descend from crisp, clear snowfalls into lush, temperate rain forest.

Where: New Zealand › South Island › Franz Josef

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Designer tree houses near Kaikoura

Treehouse holiday accommodation in New Zealand

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Sleeps: 2
Tags: chic, honeymoon, luxury, mountains, nature, ocean, romantic, treehouse

Nested in the branches of the manuka grove, these much-anticipated tree houses at the Hapuku Lodge country inn on South Island are now open. Designed by owner Tony Wilson and his brother, Peter Wilson, these luxury tree houses perfectly compliment the spectacular surrounding environment.

Where: New Zealand › South Island › Kaikoura

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Lakeside villas near Queenstown

Holiday accommodation in New Zealand

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From NZ$750 per person
Sleeps: 2
Tags: gastronomic, lakes, luxury, mountains, nature, romantic, secluded, skiing

Matakauri Lodge offers luxury villa accommodation with stunning panoramic views overlooking Lake Wakatipu, near Queenstown in the alpine wonderland of New Zealand. The view out towards the lake and mountains from the two person bathtub is worth the price of admission alone!

Where: New Zealand › South Island › Queenstown

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Denmark: Luxury apartment hotel located in historic Copenhagen within easy access to the centre

Italy: Situated in the heart of the medieval hilltop town of Penne, in the Abruzzo region. Sleeps up to 6.

India: Beautifully set in a coconut grove on the beach. Choose from luxury tents, a villa or log cabins.

Italy: Luxury villa combining the trullo and masseria styles typical to puglia with stunning lagoon pool

Cyprus: Perfect for a quiet family holiday in real Cyprus. Private pool, air conditioning. Sleeps 6.

Croatia: A stunning and spacious old two-storey house on one of the most beautiful islands in the world.

Italy: Original trullo renovated to the highest specification by an Austrian and Milanese architect team.

Slovenia: Charming holiday village built in the old style of the region. Located in the Triglav National Park

Turkey: Charming and relaxing hotel located in the heart of Cappadocia in the old town of Urgup

Australia: Two boutique-style luxury cottages located in bayside Albert Park and Elwood, with St Kilda nearby

Morocco: English owned, exquisite double en-suite rooms, plunge pool, sun terrace, wifi, delicious cuisine.

New Zealand: Retro-style house furnished with a fresh and funky mix of the best of 50's and 60's. Sleeps up to 10

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