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Isabellas Cottage welcomes you
Heritage NZ listed property
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Kitchen dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Arrowtown, Arrowtown
  • Place, St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Millbrook Resort Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage

"Isabella's Cottage" is a restored historic cottage built in 1884, and dating from Arrowtown's Gold Rush era. "Arrowtown...where history meets nature".

Isabella's cottage is just a few minutes walk from the centre of Arrowtown with its many attractions, restaurants, cafes, bars, museum and laid back atmosphere.

Arrowtown is surrounded by 3 golf courses, as well as having access to numerous trails. Arrowtown is often viewed as the hub of the Queenstown Trails network. The whole area is full of simply stunning scenery and activities to overload your senses!

Your stay in Isabella's Cottage will leave you spellbound!

Isabella's Cottage has undergone a complete 'make over' whilst retaining its historical charm. This encompassed full restoration and included a complete kitchen and bathroom replacement. All rooms upgraded and finished with selected heritage paint colours and give a genuine comfort. All furniture was selected or ordered bespoke to match the cottage style. Full insulation, under floor heating and electric wall heaters make it cosy warm in winter whilst retaining the historic design features which keep the cottage cool during the hot Central Otago summers.

Luxury linen along with genuine Alpaca Duvet's will ensure your relaxation is complete in the beautiful township of Arrowtown.
Special conditions:
Isabella's Cottage is a pet free, smoke free property. Please observe these conditions.

Linen is included, no extra charge; NOTE: As part of Kiwi bach tradition we just ask that you leave the cottage tidy (a full clean is not required!). It is a great help if you do the dishes before you leave, and strip linen off beds if you have time;

Giving back to the Arrowtown area!!...

Currently a huge effort is underway to eradicate the invasive Wilding Pines from the hills above Arrowtown and enhance with intensive planting of a more desirable mix of trees. As recognition of your stay at Isabella's Cottage, we will personally donate $15 specifically to replant an exotic tree. Your stay will be forever marked by a tree contributing to the autumn colours Arrowtown is renowned for ... how cool is that!!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Arrowtown

Located in Arrowtown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Remarkables Park Town Centre and Queenstown Mall. Queenstown Ice Arena and Queenstown Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lakes District Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tobins Track - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪11th Avenue by Frank’s - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ayrburn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fergbutcher - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage on 7 November 2026 start from NZ$279, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage located?

Located in the heart of Arrowtown, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Lakes District Museum. Off The Wall Gallery and Arrowtown Chinese Settlement are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, nice patio and yard. Garage storage was great for the bike. Loved walking distance to town.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an excellent place. I would love to have it for myself and not rent out. Great hosts, property and location. Would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Charelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully equipped and comfortable house with lots of character. Gorgeous cottage garden and yard. Great for families. Great location with close walking distance to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very warm welcome with many thoughtful details.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, well-equipped cottage. Quiet and convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Excellent property, great location, would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Isabella's cottage. It was 10 out of 10 for cleanliness, comfort and personality. The kitchen was very well stocked and there was also unexpected treats on arrival which we enjoyed under the verandah in the evening :-)Many thanks to our hosts Noel and Caro - we know where to book on our next visit to Arrowtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave & Tash M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host sent a message and responded promptly to replies. There was a nice touch of a bottle of wine and block of chocolate on arrival.The property was clean and tidy, in a very peaceful and quiet street, plus only an easy 5 min walk to the main street. Rooms were a decent size. We wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house provided the perfect base for a wonderful holiday in Arrowtown. The house is beautifully presented with the historic character carefully retained. The garden is a real delight, and we spent long evenings enjoying BBQs in the quiet backyard. There was a good range of excellent shops and cafes, and a supermarket, all just a short walk away. The hosts were communicative and helpful.We loved the scenery, vineyards and local history of Arrowtown and the surrounding area - and this house was the perfect base to enjoy it from. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a fantastic stay in this gorgeous house. It was extremely comfortable and well equipped - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

True Arrowtown experience

What a lovely place to stay. Handy to central Arrowtown, generously fitted out and very good hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay at Isabella’s Cottage

Very clean and lovely cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for a Christmas break

Lovely old restored cottage in Arrowtown, well appointed and great information provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in a magic location

A beautiful little heritage house with ever3you need. A short walk to restaurants and shops. Arrowtown is a short ride from Queenstown but some much quiter
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 night stay December 2024

Charming and comfortable cottage in great location, and very well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Shane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location. excellent

Arrowtown Gem, close to all , roomy and warmly heating, Adequate kitchen,that enables eating in. Would definitely book again,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy times in Arrowtown

This is a lovely house to stay in, history and convenience all in one happy place. Very happy to recommend to anyone who wants some space and yet so close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bede R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arrowtown cottage

Wonderful historic cottage ,great beds with quality linen. Great location short stroll to centre
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

Isabella’s Cottage is the most delightful heritage cottage perfectly located in Arrowtown and has been appointed in such a way that there is nothing that hasn’t been thought of and provided. Extremely comfortable and only a few minutes delightful walk to shops cafes bars and restaurants. Couldn’t hope for a better place to stay and so in keeping with the the whole feel of the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Great cottage close to Queenstown but out of the hustle and bustle and in lovely rural Arrowtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn Festival

Great location with easy access to town
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desmond F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location

We loved our stay at Isabella's Cottage. It had everything we needed, really nice rooms and beds, lovely gardens and outdoors setting. And less than 5 minutes walk to the main street of Arrowtown. We definitely hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage

We had a lovely 4 nights at the cottage, which was the perfect base over Christmas for exploring the local area and heritage. The cottage is very well presented, clean and had everything we needed and more. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leeare T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

We loved our stay here. A well equipped cosy homely cottage right in town within walking distance to the village shops. We wish we could have stayed longer !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

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What makes this property unique

All modern conveniences in this sympathetically restored historic cottage

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