Set in Central Otago in the middle of the Southern Alps, Wanaka is a lake-side resort town that offers amenities. Situated between Lake Wanaka and the Clutha River, Wanaka is an ideal spot for property investment. Once a booming gold-mining town, Wanaka has a reputation as being the quieter, more relaxed sibling of the sometimes frantic Queenstown.

Property Finance For Wanaka, NZ

Though small-scale, Wanaka is home to a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars to suit any lifestyle. Other entertainment options include a bohemian cinema in the form of Paradiso Cinema, with its unique seating opportunities; Puzzle World, perplexing to the senses and fun for all ages; and the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum, home to a large collection of vintage WWII aircraft. For wine-lovers, there also a number of excellent vineyards and wineries in the area.

Wanaka’s excitement is not limited to summer. Annual festivals include Warbirds over Wanaka, a fantastic air show every other Easter; Wanakafest, and NZ Freeski Open. Summer or winter, there are also limitless chances to enjoy Wanaka’s beautiful outdoor setting. In summertime, it’s possible to mountain bike, hike, mountaineer or climb in Mt. Aspiring Park or in other nearby hills. The more adventurous can sky dive or paraglide, in addition to the usual lakeside activities of fishing, jet-boating and watersports. Wanaka is also an ideal starting point for attempts to scale Mount Aspiring.

In winter-time, Wanaka plays host to nearby Treble Cone, Cardrona, SnowPark and Snow Farm ski fields. High ski season ranges from July to September, but can extend to later in the year, depending on snow base. Each ski field caters to both beginners and advanced skiers, families and singles.

Parties interested in buying property in Wanaka may be eligible for finance. Please contact us, as we can supply finance for property in Wanaka.

How Tama Can Help you Get a Mortgage in Wanaka

Tama provide:

• A high standard of reliable, professional and helpful personal service
• Helpful guidance
• Close attention to detail
• Good communication – courteous, prompt responses
• Easy to follow steps through the finance application process for potential buyers
• Negotiation on your behalf with the bank to obtain the most favorable interest rate, sometimes a bank contribution towards legal fees and timely approvals of finance.
• A team of recommended experts – Tama’s substantial knowledge, experience and contacts in related areas, e.g. solicitors, accountants, valuers, insurance brokers and foreign exchange dealers, helps to streamline the process of buying your dream property and investment.

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Drawing on his impressive 20-year career in senior Digital Media and Marketing roles across Meta, Warner Bros. Discovery, NZME, and Snapchat in both New Zealand and Australia, Tama now brings his innovative expertise to mortgage advising. As a dedicated Mortgage Adviser at Stewart + Lord, Tama works alongside specialists from banking and legal backgrounds to provide comprehensive, fee-free mortgage solutions for clients across New Zealand and around the world.

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