Mountain view through a window with a stone wall on the left and a frame on the right, overlooking a lake with autumn trees in the foreground.

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 the photography shot and refreshed 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 and experience, 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 the properties we manage.

Living room with large windows showing mountains and a lake, fireplace, sofa with pillows, decorative plants, and a balcony table.
Living room with a large window view of mountains, trees, and a body of water. Furniture includes a brown sofa with pillows, a white chair, and a small table.
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 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.
View of a scenic lake with mountain ranges in the background, taken from a balcony with a hot tub in the foreground.
A large brick house with a curved porch, multiple large windows, and a decorative brick railing on the roof. The house has a staircase leading up to the front entrance and is surrounded by greenery and palm trees.
Aerial view of a large estate with green lawns, trees, a swimming pool, a pond, and winding gravel paths surrounded by forest.
Living room with large window showing mountain and lake view, including balcony with four chairs and a small table.
Modern multi-story apartment building with terraces, black shutters, glass railings, overlooking mountains and blue sky.
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.
A dining table with a beige vase of pink flowers, overlooking a window with a scenic view of mountains, trees, a lake, and a town.
Living and dining area with large glass sliding door leading to a balcony with mountain scenery in the background; modern decor with a white table, gray chairs, a sofa, a floor lamp, and colorful artwork on the wall.
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 full-service operations to turn listings into short-term rentals that perform.

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
Strong first impressions decide the click. We build listings that rise in search and convert.

  • Your property will be listed across all major booking channels - Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, Bookabach, 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

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.”

What Homeowners Are Saying

Rhiannon – Property owner from Australia

“Working with Janno and Carmen at Lake & Peak has honestly been one of the most reassuring parts of our Queenstown property journey.

Before choosing Lake & Peak, we spoke with a more traditional real estate group, which left us feeling pretty flat. The conversations felt low-energy and seemed to focus on setting very modest expectations. We knew we had a great property that people would love, but we could tell that a large real estate group weren’t interested in giving our property the focus required for it to thrive.

Our experience with Janno and Carmen has been the complete opposite.

From the first enquiry, they have been responsive, motivated, and genuinely engaged. They share a real excitement in their approach to everything and it’s clear that they want our property to perform well just as much as we do.

Going above and beyond is clearly a value upon which they’ve built their business. We’re consistently blown away by the speed and quality of their quick replies, thoughtful suggestions and willingness to do what is required onsite to maximise our guests experiences.

Janno brings a depth of capability that goes well beyond what we expected from a property manager. We've really valued how he uses data and metrics to guide pricing and our listing strategy. It makes decisions feel deliberate and informed which gives us confidence that we’re making the best possible choices.

Their systems also gives us maximum transparency. We can see what’s happening with our listing and how it’s performing at any time, which has helped further develop the trust we now have in them.

Carmen’s incredible photography skills greatly contributed to showcasing the best our property had to offer, ensuring that our listings stands out and reflects the amount of effort we spent getting it ready for future guests.

We feel confident that our property and our interests are being looked after as much as Lake & Peak look after our guests (5 Stars!).

We have already recommended them to other owners who want their property to realise its full potential.”

Orla – Property Owner from 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.”

Andrea - Property owner from Auckland

“We’ve had a great experience with this property management team, especially as we’re new to short-term rentals. Janno and Carmen have been fantastic to work with — communication has been excellent, they’re trustworthy and friendly, and they’ve shared great ideas for the future. Their knowledge of marketing and photography has been a real bonus. We feel well supported and confident having them manage our property. Thank you.”

Mitchell Jefferson– Property owner from Auckland

“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.”

Want a clear, realistic view of your property’s earning potential?

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.