Proposed letting changes

QLDC holiday letting changes As many investors will already be aware, Queenstown Lakes District Council have proposed significant changes to the rules governing this lucrative market sector. Designed to address the well-documented shortage of long-term rental home availability, the concept of the changes is causing justifiable concern among holiday home owners. Proposing restricting short-term rentals Read more…

SnoPro ski bookings

As a Relax Away Holiday Homes customer, we’re delighted to be able to offer you ultimate winter convenience. Make your Queenstown holiday easy with ski rental delivery right to your door. Simple and Smart Rentals from SnoPro – Book Now        What better way to start your ski holiday than with your very own equipment concierge to Read more…

Top 5 free activities in Queenstown

There is always so much going on in Queenstown, how do you choose which events to go to, and what things to try first? There are some obvious choices, on a hot hot day go for a swim in the shallow waters of Queenstown Bay, and on a cold cold day go for a walk Read more…

Queenstown leading the pack in property confidence

The latest results from the Colliers International residential Property Market Outlook survey show that confidence in residential property is on the increase, with Queenstown coming out on top. Nationwide, a net 36% of respondents expect median house prices to increase over the next 12 months, a figure that’s up from 28% three months ago, and Read more…

Overseas investors – what you need to know

We’ve been receiving enquiries from a large number of clients, asking to be kept up to date on what’s happening in the overseas investment sphere and what the changes could mean for them as buyers and sellers. Last week saw the release of the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee report on the Overseas Investment Amendment Read more…

How to choose your Queenstown accommodation

It’s a big decision, and with so many properties to choose from, there’s more to consider than simply booking through a reputable website or recommended property management company. It has to be right for you. Here are some of the things we at Relaxaway believe you should consider when narrowing down your selection. Location When Read more…

Queenstown’s tourism property market – a snapshot

Whether you’re here on holiday, a holiday home owner, or potential investor, it’s always interesting (and often surprising) to know what’s happening in the tourism property market in Queenstown. Maybe you’ll find inspiration for future holidays, with accommodation ranging from ‘pods’ to family homes, to five star boutique experiences, or maybe it’s finally time to Read more…

A step back in time

Holiday in Queenstown, adventure capital of the world! Home of soaring mountains, wonderful restaurants, and activities to suit every taste – but how often do we consider that we’re also in a town of historical importance? Whether you’re choosing Queenstown as your holiday destination, or have an investment property here, there’s something special in knowing Read more…

RELAXAWAY – AWARD WINNING QUEENSTOWN ACCOMMODATION PROVIDER

It’s with great excitement that we’re able to break the news that Relaxaway Holiday Homes in Queenstown, New Zealand has been awarded a notable accolade for its services. Relaxaway recently found out that it has been awarded ‘Accommodation provider of the year 2019 for New Zealand – Otago Region’ by Travel and Hospitality Awards. The Read more…

Queenstown Event – LUMA Southern Light Project 2019

LUMA Southern Light Project 2019 is almost here; starting from 5pm on the 31st May 2019, the Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Bay waterfront will be alight with a visual experience like no other in the Queenstown events calendar.  What is LUMA? LUMA is a Queenstown event first piloted successfully in 2015. Starting with only four light Read more…