| Atherton
House and the Wanaka Region is a haven for everyone. No matter what
the season is, there is always plenty to do. Here at Atherton House
and Wanaka you will find the time and the space to revitalise your
spirit and refresh your soul.
If it is taking time out to replenish a busy mind then Atherton
House is the place for you. Simply relax and enjoy the peace and
quiet of Atherton House with it's magnificent views across Lake
Wanaka. For those who wish to take in a few more sights and sounds
of the surrounding area at a leisurely pace Wanaka offers a wealth
of activities such as golf, private garden visits, wine tasting
at one of the many wineries close to Wanaka, or simply a leisurely
walk along the lakeshore from Atherton House to Wanaka village.
For those who want high adventure there is a multitude of action-packed
activities to partake in such as water skiing in the summer, snow
skiing in the winter, horse trekking, mountain tramping and cross
country skiing — just to name a few. In Wanaka it is easy
to move from one outdoor adventure to the other.
Wanaka township is within easy access of Atherton House and has
numerous cafes and restaurants to suit all budgets and cuisine taste
buds.
Activities available at Atherton House:
| • barbecue available |
| • lakefront access from site |
| • nearly 0.5ha (1 acre) lawn, trees & gardens
on site |
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Activities available within the Wanaka region:
| • Vineyards / wine tasting |
| • Private garden visits |
| • Horse riding |
| • Restaurants (20-min walk) |
| • Wanaka shops (3-min drive) |
| • 18-hole golf course |
| • Scenic flights |
| • Fishing guides available |
| • Skiing - June to September |
| • Beach - watersports |
| • Mountains - walking/hiking/tramping |
| • Festivals - Every year Wanaka hosts a number
of world-class festivals and events, including the largest
3-day air show in the Southern Hemisphere, Warbirds Over
Wanaka. Other festivals feature the world's best snowboarders and skiers. |
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Activities available further afield:
| • Queenstown - 45-min drive |
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