Luxurious Ridge Retreat studio | Apartment in Queenstown

Wake to the glow of sunrise over Lake Wakatipu from your private hillside hideaway. This designer studio features panoramic views, luxury bedding, heated floors, and a private patio - just 5 minutes from Queenstown. Perfect for couples or solo travellers craving peace, style, and scenery. For over two years, The Ridge Retreat has welcomed guests to this serene hillside.
The kind of place where you forget about your phone. At the Ridge Retreat Studio, mornings start with soft light spilling over the lake and mountains, and ends with a glass of wine on your private patio as the sun dips behind The Remarkable Mountains.
Designed for comfort and calm, this new high-spec studio blends modern elegance with thoughtful details-from heated bathroom tiles to the plush Imperial Queen bed that makes sleeping in feel mandatory.
Tucked just above Sunshine Bay beach and only 5 minutes from Queenstown, it’s the perfect base for exploring… or for doing absolutely nothing at all.
For more than two years, The Ridge Retreat Studio has been a favourite among guests seeking a blend of style, comfort, and scenery. Still personally managed by Katie who has led hosting here since day one you can expect the same exceptional stay, same outstanding service, and the little touches that have earned a 4.91-star reputation.
♥️Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Views You Can Feel -180° panoramas from The Remarkables across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil. Peak and Walter Peak, all framed from your lounge, patio, and even the bathroom..
✅ Romantic Privacy - Fully self-contained with your own entrance, no shared spaces.
✅ Year-Round Comfort - Underfloor heating, heat pump, and an electric blanket for cosy nights.
✅ Hotel-Spec Bed - Imperial Queen with wool-blend pillow top and crisp cotton sheets.
✅ Compact Kitchenette for Easy Meals - Ceramic cooktop, microwave, Nespresso machine,
fridge/freezer, and essentials (tea, coffee, sugar, oil, salt & pepper).
✅ Alfresco Living - Private patio with garden and lake views, perfect for morning coffee or
evening wine.
✅ Short-Stay Friendly - No noisy laundry appliances, no oven, just a quiet, streamlined setup for pure relaxation.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangement:
Studio layout: Imperial Queen bed, luxury bedding, electric blanket
🚿 Bathroom:
Fully tiled with walk-in shower, underfloor heating, heated towel rail, eco amenities — plus a view towards The Remarkables.
🛎️ Your Slice of Queenstown Serenity
Book the Ridge Retreat Studio now and swap the noise of everyday life for mountain air, lake views, and absolute calm.
5-minute drive / 45-min lakeside walk to Queenstown
Sunshine Bay beach steps away
Orbus bus stop 5 minutes away ($2 to town/airport)
Local dairy, pub, and fish & chips nearby
20 min to airport, 25 min to ski fields
Access via exterior steps (see photo — not suitable for all guests)
- The unit is below a main house which is also rented out to guests. It is fully private with a separate entrance. Guests from the house above cannot access the lower unit.
- No oven or laundry facilities
- The unit is 40sqm & is designed to be a compact studio with a kitchenette for quick & easy meals
- By booking with us you agree to our house rules stated below.
Cancellations & damage deposits:
3% of your booking fee is non refundable due to bank charges out of our control. A pre authorized charge of 250 NZD will be placed on your card 2 days before check out - this is a security deposit & will be refunded automatically if no damages occur.
💬 Before You Book
We kindly ask all guests to read the full listing details to ensure the property is a good fit for your group. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out we’re happy to help.
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is from 3:00pm- 10:00pm unless pre-arranged with our team.
Check-out is by 10:00am.
We ask that the property is left in a tidy state. Unscheduled late check-outs or excessive mess may result in additional cleaning fees.
🚭 Smoking
All our properties are strictly non-smoking. If evidence of indoor smoking is found, a minimum $200 NZD fee will apply for deep cleaning.
🛠️ Damage, lost keys & callouts
We ask that you treat our home with care.
If any damage occurs, keys are lost, noise complaints arise or an unnecessary callout is required due to guest actions, we reserve the right to charge $60/hr for management time.
👉 Please note: Callouts required after 5:00pm or on weekends/public holidays will incur a higher fee of $120 p/h for management time.
👥 Guest Numbers & Age Requirement
The lead guest must be 25 years or older (ID may be requested) and present during the stay. We reserve the right to cancel your booking if you do not meet the above requirements. The total number of guests must not exceed the number confirmed in the reservation.
🐾 Pets
Pets are not permitted in our homes.
🔇 Noise
To respect our neighbours, we ask for quiet time between 10:00pm and 7:00am. Noise complaints may incur a minimum $100 NZD fee.
🎉 Parties & Gatherings
Parties, events or large gatherings are not permitted. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain a peaceful environment for everyone.
🧹 During Your Stay
We appreciate guests leaving the property as they found it:
- Please do not rearrange furniture or remove items.
- Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
- Place any dishes in the dishwasher and remove unwanted food.
- Leave keys in the lockbox upon departure.
- All linen is professionally hired, any missing or damaged items will incur a replacement fee.
🚨 Serious Breaches
We reserve the right to cancel your stay without a refund if house rules are not followed. Any illegal activity will be reported to authorities and additional management fees may apply.
🧒 Children & Safety
Please ensure all children are supervised when staying in our homes. We will not be held liable for any incidents.
🔒 Guest Safety & Liability
Please ensure all doors and windows are locked when leaving the property. While we take great care to provide a safe space, we cannot be held responsible for personal loss, damage, or injury during your stay.
🌍 Force Majeure
We’re unable to accept responsibility for cancellations due to unforeseen events beyond our control (e.g natural disasters, travel disruptions, pandemics). Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
💵 Rates & Fees
All rates are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise stated. Additional fees may apply if house rules are not respected.
📅 Cancellations
We recommend all guests to have travel insurance in place. Our cancellation policy will apply to all bookings and we are unable to offer refunds for circumstances outside of our control.
By placing a booking with us, you agree to the above terms and house rules. Thank you for your understanding, we look forward to hosting you!
💬 Before You Book
We kindly ask all guests to read the full listing details to ensure the property is a good fit for your group. If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out we’re happy to help.
⏰ Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is from 3:00pm- 10:00pm unless pre-arranged with our team.
Check-out is by 10:00am.
We ask that the property is left in a tidy state. Unscheduled late check-outs or excessive mess may result in additional cleaning fees.
🚭 Smoking
All our properties are strictly non-smoking. If evidence of indoor smoking is found, a minimum $200 NZD fee will apply for deep cleaning.
🛠️ Damage, lost keys & callouts
We ask that you treat our home with care.
If any damage occurs, keys are lost, noise complaints arise or an unnecessary callout is required due to guest actions, we reserve the right to charge $60/hr for management time.
👉 Please note: Callouts required after 5:00pm or on weekends/public holidays will incur a higher fee of $120 p/h for management time.
👥 Guest Numbers & Age Requirement
The lead guest must be 25 years or older (ID may be requested) and present during the stay. We reserve the right to cancel your booking if you do not meet the above requirements. The total number of guests must not exceed the number confirmed in the reservation.
🐾 Pets
Pets are not permitted in our homes.
🔇 Noise
To respect our neighbours, we ask for quiet time between 10:00pm and 7:00am. Noise complaints may incur a minimum $100 NZD fee.
🎉 Parties & Gatherings
Parties, events or large gatherings are not permitted. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain a peaceful environment for everyone.
🧹 During Your Stay
We appreciate guests leaving the property as they found it:
- Please do not rearrange furniture or remove items.
- Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
- Place any dishes in the dishwasher and remove unwanted food.
- Leave keys in the lockbox upon departure.
- All linen is professionally hired, any missing or damaged items will incur a replacement fee.
🚨 Serious Breaches
We reserve the right to cancel your stay without a refund if house rules are not followed. Any illegal activity will be reported to authorities and additional management fees may apply.
🧒 Children & Safety
Please ensure all children are supervised when staying in our homes. We will not be held liable for any incidents.
🔒 Guest Safety & Liability
Please ensure all doors and windows are locked when leaving the property. While we take great care to provide a safe space, we cannot be held responsible for personal loss, damage, or injury during your stay.
🌍 Force Majeure
We’re unable to accept responsibility for cancellations due to unforeseen events beyond our control (e.g natural disasters, travel disruptions, pandemics). Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
💵 Rates & Fees
All rates are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise stated. Additional fees may apply if house rules are not respected.
📅 Cancellations
We recommend all guests to have travel insurance in place.

This 1 Bedroom Apartment provides accommodation with Parking, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

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