Central Otago's iconic Cardrona Hotel is up for sale through private negotiation. 

The 162-year-old building sits between Wanaka and Queenstown. 

It's on the market for the first time in more than a decade. 

Co-owner Cade Thornton told Mike Hosking they'll be selling privately, with no real estate agents involved. 

He says there's been expressions of interest throughout their ownership, from overseas parties and nationwide. 

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