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Inside celebrities' dream Queenstown and Wānaka homes
What Hollywood's A-listers look for when they're staying in the picturesque Queenstown and Wānaka area
31 March 2026
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When A-list celebrities stay in Queenstown and Wānaka, privacy is their top priority, often leading them to avoid less secluded lakefront properties. According to luxury provider Touch of Spice, stars seek homes with dramatic views that reflect the stunning natural surroundings.
Desired features include modern design with steel, glass, and schist, plus seamless indoor-outdoor flow. High-end amenities are essential, such as spa-like wellness areas, gyms, soundproofed music rooms, and unique spaces like the underground dining room at the exclusive Lodge at the Hills.
Jacqui Spice, founder and CEO of destination management company Touch of Spice
Lodge at the Hills is a favourite property amongst celebrities
Lodge at the Hills cellar dining room
The media and music room features state-of-the-art speakers, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars
The living area is serene
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Top-selling LA property agent Jade Mills
Another one of the Touch of Spice properties, Homestead Bay, features stunning views and a stylish interior
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