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New Zealand is well-known as a land of unparalleled beauty due to its wonderful natural formations which are loved the world over. The country is home to many mountain lakes of pristine beauty, and the Wakatipu Region in the south island is home to one of the most idyllic and breathtaking among them; Lake Hayes. This natural body of water sits right in the middle of the Wakatipu basin and is celebrated as a holiday destination and a romantically enchanting venue for wedding receptions.
Lake Hayes lies about 21 kilometres away from the nearest major city, Queenstown. Finding your way there, you will find yourself in the middle of a picturesque mountain getaway like no other. The lake region is home to many remarkable little places in the mountains which you will find to be delightful detours from your travels. One such small wonder is the ethereally enchanting Stoneridge Estate, an ideal place for sightseeing and having a dream wedding at a stone chapel in the hills. The stone building of the estate reminds you of a lonely alpine hideout, and the lake and the mountains complete the heavenly picture. There's also an art gallery in the estate premises, where you can appreciate authentic works of renowned New Zealand artists such as Peter Beadle.
At Lake Hayes you will also find a winery where winemaking is made into an art that blends tradition and technology with a true New Zealand spirit. The Amisfield Winery sits near the edge of the crystal clear waters of Lake Hayes, and the visitors are always free to enjoy the best of sparkling New Zealand wines form aromatic Whites to deeply rich Point Noirs the winery is proud of. You can even book a table at the winery where you can enjoy a welcoming meal and quality wine with a vista overlooking the majestic Lake Hayes and the snow capped mountains. After a good meal and wine, you can complete your day with a good sightseeing tour around the lands and take in the incomparable beauty of Lake Hayes in the evening.
If you're staying at any Queenstown hotel , you can reach the Lake Hayes region by a 15 minutes drive. While you're at the city, be sure to check out on Queenstown hotel specials , where you can find some good deals on accommodation and local tours at hotels like the Millennium Hotel Queenstown. Assuredly you will find top of the line accommodation at Queenstown, as the place is frequented by travellers and to-be-married couples heading out to experience the tranquillity and beauty of Lake Hayes. Be sure to pay a visit to this alpine sensation on a clear afternoon, and enjoy a true natural wonder amidst mountains and twilight as sun sets slowly over Lake Hayes.
