Blanket Bay
The Lodge at Blanket Bay sits in sprawling grounds on the bush-clad fringes of Lake Wakatipu in New Zealand, which is a country that is about two-thirds the size of California with a population of only 3.6 million people. Today's travellers come to Blanket Bay in search of peace and solitude from the outside world. A gateway to New Zealand's finest scenery and action experiences, guests have a host of activities to choose from.
To your right are maginificent views of Mount Earnslaw. Winding down the road, stunning views of Lake Wakatipu open up on your left. Straight ahead is the grandeur of the Humboldt mountain range, over which cross the world famous Greenstone and Routeburn tracks. As you arrive at the Lodge and disembark under the grand porte cochure, you will be greeted by a friendly staff eager to make your stay enjoyable.
The den is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your favorite beverage after a full day of activities.
The three gracious 700 sq. ft Suites feature an additional 400 sq. ft private balcony, open log burning fireplaces, walk-in closets and capacious bathrooms with separate steam showers and bathtubs. The Lodge Suites are air-conditioned and have super-kingsize beds. Each suite is equipped with international direct dial telephones and separate modem jacks to retrieve email in the privacy of your room.
A world unto themselves, the Blanket Bay chalets offer the utmost in space and comfort.
The chalets contain two 700 sq. ft suites each with their own stone fireplace, large bathrooms, lake deck and private courtyards. The Chalet Suites are available individually or can be combined with an additional spacious living room to create the 1400 sq. ft Richardson Staterooms.
The Wine Room is a perfect venue for private dining. Up to six people can enjoy its privacy and intimacy.
Relax after a day in the magnificent outdoors or a session at the gym in Blanket Bay's spa. Situated on the bottom level of the Lodge the spa affords the most magnificent views across the lake to the Humboldt Mountain Range.
While the lodge is a true year round, full experience resort, the original idea for Blanket Bay sprang from the owner's love of fly fishing. Everything has been designed to provide a world class experience for the most demanding and experienced anglers. Large rivers, slow moving pools, fast runs and riffles, bush clad streams, open river floats, or small mountain lakes provide exciting options for your fishing pleasure.
Pamper yourself with a luxurious treatment. Relax and unwind in these tranquil surroundings. Massage is a luxurious and effective way to relax, reduce stress, heighten the senses and maintain health. Range of massage includes: • Relaxing and therapeutic • Uplifting and rejuvenating • Aromatherapy • Deep tissue.

Glenorchy,
Otago, New Zealand
U.S. Reservations: 904-288-0036


Built in the grand style of the finest alpine lodges and finished with native New Zealand timber and stone, the Lodge is a sanctuary of comfort. From the moment you arrive, you will experience the uniqueness of Blanket Bay. The long driveway meanders across a green pasture where you will find sheep grazing. The name, Blanket Bay, recalls the events a century ago when pioneer farmers from Europe sheared their sheep on the shore of the bay under rough shelters stitched together from blankets.
The setting is picture perfect - an alpine mountain lodge framed by majestic mountains and crystal clear lake. World class dining, a professionally equipped exercise facility, and a steam room and indoor spa complement the extraordinary fishing, hiking, riding, and water sports activities. Blanket Bay Lodge sets a new standard in New Zealand nature experience. In the Great Room, vast couches and antique furniture invite guests to sit and wind-down from the day's activities. In this Great Room, at the heart of the Lodge, thirty-foot high bridge beam ceilings soar above.
The five lakeside rooms feature their own balcony or terrace, super- kingsize bed, sitting area and armoire. The ensuite bathroom comprises granite topped double vanities and separate shower and bathtub. The Lodge Rooms are air-conditioned and have a choice of four music channels with high fidelity sound. They are equipped with international direct dial telephones and separate modem jacks to retrieve email in the privacy of your room.
No expense has been spared to furnish Blanket Bay's spacious suites to provide a height of luxury rarely found.
The chalets reflect New Zealand colonial architecture and complement the main lodge with the use of schist stone and old steamer wharf timber beams. Each chalet enjoys stunning views down the length of Lake Wakatipu with the Richardson Mountain Range towering above.
The main dining room with lake-views and stone fireplace is comfortable yet cozy. An additional lake view private dining room with beamed ceiling and stone fireplace is also available for smaller groups of up to thirty persons. Blanket Bay is pleased to have Jason Dell as our Executive Chef. A former 'New Zealand Chef of Year' Jason describes his 'style' of food as a contemporary display of fresh vibrant fare that excites the palate.
Enjoy a break from the world class fly fishing to enjoy lunch accompanied by a glass of one of the excellent local wines.
The 18m x 6m outdoor, heated, lap pool captures the alpine environment with glorious lake views to the south.
Experienced guides offer expert instruction and extensive local knowledge and the horses trained with natural horsemanship combine to make this adventure a magical one. Step into riding country second to none in New Zealand. Riding territory includes the beach at the head of Lake Wakatipu, the broad delta flats of the Dart and Rees rivers and across our very own Wyuna Station stopping by the Scheelite Mines, riding through a high country sheep station into the national park areas of Mount Aspiring and Fiordland.
The drive to Blanket Bay is magnificent. Only 35 minutes from Queenstown, or 50 minutes from the aiport, the newly surfaced road offers breathtaking views of hanging valleys, towering mountains, and Lake Wakatipu.

These rates are effective until 30th September 2007...The Main Lodge - Lodge Rooms NZ 1290. Lodge Suites NZ 1990. The Chalets- Stoney Creek Suites NZ 1990. The Richardson Range Staterooms NZ 2390. Nightly room rates are for two people with carte blanche use of sports equipment and facilities as well as breakfast, pre-dinner cocktails and dinner. Children Our guests come to relax in the peace and serenity that Blanket Bay affords. We therefore regret that we cannot accommodate children under the age of thirteen years. An exception to this condition is made when one group books the exclusive use of the resort. Non-smoking The well-being and comfort of all guests at Blanket Bay is important to us, therefore we have a non-smoking policy that applies to all our buildings. Deposit and Cancellation Policy Blanket Bay is a small exclusive resort and cancellations affect us greatly. A current credit card number with expiry date is required to confirm a reservation. If the reservation is cancelled fewer than thirty days before your visit, a charge of one night’s tariff will be made. Due to our remote location a last-minute cancellation gives us little chance of filling the space. Should we receive less than seven days notice of a cancellation we will charge for every room night booked. Naturally we will endeavour to re-book the space and if successful a refund will be made. In any event we strongly advise guests to take out travel insurance to protect themselves against unexpected changes to their travel plans. Blanket Bay is available for private family or corporate gatherings. Please inquire. All tariffs are quoted in New Zealand dollars and are subject to 12.5% government Goods and Service Tax. The nightly room rates below are per room based on double occupancy. A surcharge of NZ$400.00 per person will be applied to guests accommodated at Blanket Bay on Christmas night and New Years Eve.


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