Rosewood Matakauri
Closeburn, New Zealand
On the shore of Lake Wakatipu in Closeburn, Rosewood Matakauri looks across the water to the Remarkables, Cecil Peak and other alpine ranges. The small lodge setting pairs rooms and suites with a separate four-bedroom villa, all oriented toward the landscape. Open fireplaces, locally minded art and organic textures bring the view indoors; the stay can center on lake and mountain scenery, seasonal New Zealand dining, or time at the spa and outdoor pool. Queenstown is nearby, but the setting feels distinctly lakeside.