10. Q Where is Wanaka located?
A. Wanaka is located in the South Island of New Zealand just one hourfs drive from famous Queenstown and 5&half hours by car from Christchurch.
11. Q When does the ski season start?
A. The ski season starts in Mid June with all ski fields open by the end of June. The season ends around the 10 of October, The Snow Park may run until the end of October snow permitting.
12. Q Do you have tuning facilities in the house?
A. Yes we have tuning facilities (Waxing table and a iron)
13. Q What Should I bring with me?
A. We supply all linen (sheets blankets towels) All you need to bring is warm clothing your ski/snowboarding equipment and any personal items you would like to bring.
14. Q Is the power supply different in New Zealand?
Yes in New Zealand the power supply is 240V we have adaptors and transformers here for you to use, but due
to many different power supplies around the world please check with us to see that we have what will fit your appliance.
15. Q Are there any super markets and shops near by?
In Wanaka there is a super market, fruit and vegi market, fish market, butchery, a few bakeries, many shops and restaurants.
16. Q Can I make phone calls and use the internet from the house?
A. Yes all houses have the phone connected for phone calls and internet. We provide a computer with an internet connection, it is also possible to use your own lap top.
17. Q How
long does it take from Wanaka to the ski fields?
A. Cardrona, Snow Park and Treblecone are all about 40minutes
away. Twenty minutes to the foot of the mountain and then
another twenty minutes or so up the mountain.
In heavy snow it will take longer.
18. Q What
about if I am a beginner can I still participate?
A. Sure if you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced you
can participate..
19. Q Are
there any ski/snowboard camps?
A. Yes there are click here for camp info.
20. Q Are
there any ski/snowboard lessons?
A. Yes there are you can take lessons on the ski fields just ask us and we can book for you.
21. Q Are
there any ski/snowboard rentals?
A. Yes you can rent from snowboard shops in Wanaka, Cardrona,
or Treblecone ski field.
The snow park currently does not have any rentals, but its
still a kick ass Park!
22. Q What happens if I get injured?
A. There is a ski patrol and a medical clinic at Cardrona,
Snow Park and Treblecone,
and two doctors in Wanaka. We will help in any way we can in the event of an injury.
23. Q Please tell me about the weather in Wanaka?
A. Wanaka has a low humidity climate. Temperatures of around
30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) are quite common
in summer with cooler temperatures down to 10 degrees Celsius
in winter.
24. Q Please tell me about the road conditions?
A. Wanaka like most places in New Zealand it rarely snows
in the town, if it does usually only once or twice a year.
The roads are not salted, but often they drop stones on
the steep and windy mountain roads to act like chains and
give you more grip on the road.
There may not be much snow on the roads compared to other
countries but they still can be icy and dangerous if your
not careful. Most ski field roads are not sealed looking
very old fashioned but giving more grip and safety on the
road. On occasions some roads may be closed due to heavy
snow, these are between Wanaka and Queenstown (Crown Range)
and the road in Ashburton. (Hywy1), which is the road that
must be taken to get to and from Wanaka. Please take care
on all roads especially early morning! Black ice is hard
to see on a black road.
25. Q How
many people do I need to book to become a group?
A. 4 to 5 people for your own car and 6 to 8 people for your
own house.
Subject to availability.
26. Q How do I get a repeater or a group discount?
We offer repeaters and groups a small discount depending on season and duration of stay.
A. To receive a group discount there must be 8 or more people in the group.
27. Q Can
I make any changes?
A. After payment or booking fee has been
made and you whish to make changes a fee may apply.
28. Q What
happens if I cancel?
A. If you whish to cancel we cannot refund the season pass fee or the booking fee.
After payment has been made the following charges will
apply to
the total price excluding the booking fee and season pass.
10% cancellation fee if cancelled before 1 May.
20% cancellation fee if cancelled before 1 June.
50% cancellation fee if cancelled after the ski field opens.
100% cancellation fee if cancelled after departure date.
(We recommend an insurance
policy to cover you against any cancellations).
In some cases we may credit our services back to you or
a friend of your choice in the event of injury, sickness,
or family illness. In this case there will be no cancellation
fee! Wow!
Wanaka-House has the right to make the decision based on
evidence supplied.
29. Q Why
book with Wanaka-house?
A. We give you the best complete deal you can find at great value. We provide a car for you to use, giving you more freedom.
If youfre coming alone or coming in a pair it is by far
the best value, youfll get the chance to meet other people
from all over the world. We have many people that come alone,
in pairs, threes and more. All Houses are inclusive of power,
gas, firewood, water, hot and cold, local phone calls,
Free internet, free Laundry, fully furnished including TV,
Video, DVD, stereo, computer, telephone, plates, pots &
pans, linen, tuning facilities, DVD and video snowboard
collection music and more. We have BBQs during the season
as well as filming and photo sessions of your riding free
of charge. We can give you discounts to other ski fields,
ski/snowboard shops and many activities you may like to
do. We also offer a free airport pick up
and drop of (week ends only) for more information on our
price plans [click here].
30. Q How
do I make a booking?
You can make a booking from our home page on our on line booking form or by email.
