Property Management for Queenstown Homes

The core of what your property earns comes down to how it is priced and how it is shown. We run both in-house: the pricing and positioning from a real commercial revenue background, and the photography shot in-house, not a one-off outsourced shoot.

Combining data-driven pricing with visual storytelling is our difference in this market.

Founder’s note:
Lake & Peak is an owner-operated short-term rental management company in Queenstown. We manage Airbnb and holiday homes for owners across New Zealand and overseas.

One of us handles the revenue, after years setting pricing and distribution for a national accommodation group, 13 properties and 1,800 beds across New Zealand. The other handles the presentation, with more than 70 Queenstown homes photographed and each listing built around a clear point of view.

Everything comes back to you in plain numbers: no lock-in contracts, and a clean, transparent earning structure.

We help homeowners:

  • Earn more by pricing for overall value, not just occupancy, and guided by a revenue background rather than a tool left to run on its own

  • Get found and booked with photography and listings built to win the first click

  • Hold a review level that keeps you visible and booked

  • Stay ahead of problems with proactive checks and well maintained properties

    If you’d like to understand how this approach would apply to your own home, we offer a free revenue assessment. No obligations. Just clear numbers and practical recommendations.

Get a Free Revenue Assessment

Or, explore further to see how this approach is applied across real Queenstown homes.

A private garden space with an outdoor spa looking across the valley. This is the kind of amenity that drives bookings in Queenstown – privacy, comfort, and a sense of place.
Distinctive architecturally designed holiday home in Queenstown, featuring curved rooflines and private balconies surrounded by greenery. A design-forward stay professionally managed by Lake & Peak.
A red brick building with a flat black roof, surrounded by a green lawn and trees, with a gravel driveway and patio area featuring outdoor furniture and shrubs.
A modern mountain home glowing at golden hour. Clean lines, generous glazing, and the Remarkables rising behind it – a strong example of how light, design, and setting elevate a listing.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, and rolled towels, overlooking scenic mountains and greenery through large windows and a sliding glass door, with natural light and neutral decor.
Living room with large window showing mountain and lake view, including balcony with four chairs and a small table.
View of a cozy bedroom with a bed that has beige textured pillows and a patterned headboard, seen through a partially opened wooden door.
A cozy room with a desk and two beige chairs in front of a large window. Outside the window, a mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a small town below are visible.
A bedroom with a partial view of a bed with brown and olive pillows, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a framed landscape painting. An open doorway reveals a bathroom with a unique irregular mirror and warm lighting.
Indoor scene with a wooden table, beige vases with dried flowers, near a window showing a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks and a small town or village below.
Kitchen sink area with soap dispensers, a brass faucet, and ceramic bowls and cups on a wooden shelf.
Stylish lounge corner in Queenstown Airbnb with sage green sofa, textured pillows, and coffee table styling

Our Management Services Built to Perform

We combine revenue strategy, visual storytelling, and operational excellence to turn listings into high-performing short-term rentals.

Earn More with Smarter Pricing
Revenue built on strategy and active oversight, not just software - tailored to Queenstown’s seasons and demand trends.

  • Backed by commercial revenue experience; our pricing approach goes beyond automation - combining data, strategy, and hands-on approach.

  • Occupancy pacing and yield management based on local trends

  • Forecasting and monthly performance reviews to keep improving

Stand Out with Professional Listings
High-impact first impressions matter - we craft listings that rise in search and convert better

  • Your property will be listed across all major booking channels - Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, Bookabach, Agoda, Trip.com and more - to capture both domestic and international travellers.

  • Professional photography and SEO-driven copywriting

  • Keyword strategy and search ranking optimisation

Full-Service Short-Term Rental Management
Complete management with care, consistency and local attention - we treat every property as if it were our own.

  • Guest communication and review management

  • Cleaning, linen, and restocking coordination

  • Property care, inspections, and maintenance oversight

Light-filled Airbnb master bedroom in Queenstown with Remarkables view through white window shutters
Twin Airbnb bedroom in Queenstown with soft lighting, striped cushions, and wooden bedside table
Peaceful Airbnb guest bedroom in Queenstown with soft bedding, rolled towel, and alpine artwork
Modern Airbnb bathroom in Queenstown with grey towels, matte black tapware, and premium toiletries

Is Lake & Peak Right for You?

We’re a great fit for Queenstown homeowners who want more than standard short-term rental management.

We are a great fit for:

  • Experienced owners ready to elevate guest experience and returns

    • New hosts looking to launch with confidence - and start strong

    • Busy or overseas hosts who want clarity, not complexity

    • Those seeking full-service management - with the flexibility to tailor involvement to your goals

    If that sounds like you, we’d love to help you launch or elevate your Queenstown home.

See our 4-step onboarding process

What Homeowners Are Saying

Ryan Sanders - Host, Earnscleugh Castle (Central Otago)

“Janno and Carmen are a terrific team, and I couldn't recommend them more highly. Experts across revenue management, OTA set up, guest communications as well as photography, video and all other components to really drive successful commercial outcomes for your business. If you want to take your properties performance to the next level, use these guys, it did wonders for my business called Earnscleugh Castle in Clyde, Central Otago.”

Orla – Airbnb Host (Queenstown)

“As a first-time host, I wasn’t sure how to make our Airbnb stand out. Lake & Peak nailed the photography, wrote a great listing, and set smart pricing that actually worked. We started getting bookings right away — it made all the difference for a confident start.”

Katarina – Airbnb Host (Queenstown)

“Carmen and Janno were recommended to us by mutual friend and we instantly felt that they are hard working, trustworthy and very approachable.

We wanted to try to airbnb our home while going away for couple of months, but we knew we need someone to manage it. Happy to say that we are absolutely delighted that we’ve chosen Janno and Carmen to take care of our property.

So far our property was mostly fully booked with only positive feedback and we can enjoy our time away knowing Janno and Carmen are on it!

They are very professional, but also friendly and will take your lead on how often and how much you’d like to know. It’s been also amazing to see the level of transparency, whether we had financial or other questions.

I would recommend Lake and Peak to any owner who is considering short term rentals around Queenstown area.”

Jessica Blair - Airbnb Host (Queenstown)

“Lake and Peak have been fantastic to work with – professional, trustworthy, and incredibly helpful managing our Airbnb. They’ve improved our turnover and taken a huge load off our busy schedules. Highly recommend their services!”

Mitchell Jefferson– Host (Queenstown)

“Lake & Peak Property Management have been absolutely fantastic in managing my high-end property for short-term holiday accommodation. Their attention to detail and professionalism are exceptional, and my guests have consistently rated their stays with 5 stars across all aspects. The team are true experts in marketing, photography, and strategy - ensuring my property stands out and performs at its best. I couldn’t be happier with their service and highly recommend Lake & Peak to anyone seeking a reliable and results-driven short term property management company.”

We’ll prepare a free, no-obligation earnings assessment based on your home and its place in the local market.

If it feels like the right fit, we’ll guide the next steps. If not, you’ll still walk away with clear numbers and recommendations.

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Still exploring your options?

Choosing a management partner is a big decision. If you’d like to learn a bit more before reaching out, here are a few ways to get to know us better:

Meet the Team - get to know who’s behind Lake & Peak

Our 4-Step Process - see how simple onboarding can be

Insights & Blog - explore ideas that shape our approach

Whether you’re ready now or just doing your homework, we’re always happy to share our experience.