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Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown

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A black triangular building with a large window at the top and a glass door entrance.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with seating, and a built-in oven.
A modern house with a large sliding glass door leading to a wooden deck.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and a staircase leading to a loft bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Arrowtown, Otago Region
  • Place, Tobins Track
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown

Summary

This charming 2‑bedroom, 1‑bathroom A‑frame‑style chalet is perfect for families, or couples looking to soak up the historic ambience and natural beauty of Arrowtown and surrounds.



The Space

A character A-frame chalet in historic Arrowtown, with a pitched roof, warm detailing and plenty of natural light throughout.

The layout flows from entry via ranch slider onto vinyl flooring, then living area immediately to right with couch and coffee tables, then kitchen bench with barstools behind TV wall, then kitchen along left leading to bathroom, then bedroom on main level with balcony access, then internal staircase leading to mezzanine with two single beds.

Bedrooms: Two bedrooms, with balcony views toward Arrowtown mountains; mezzanine window views to neighbouring backyard.

Bathrooms: One bathroom. On full bathroom located on ground floor with standing shower. Laundry is also located inside the bathroom.

Living areas: Open-plan living and dining with heat pump.

Kitchen: Fully equipped with oven, glass electric cooktop, dishwasher, inverter microwave, toaster, kettle.

External: There is a patio out back with a table and chairs.



Standard configuration:

Bedroom 1: 1 King Sized Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 Single Sized Beds



Bed Configuration:

Bedroom 1: 1 King Sized Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 Single Sized Beds or 1 King Sized Bed

Let us know your preferred configuration at least 3 days before arrival. Changes requested after this time will incur a fee of NZD $100 per bed plus a NZD $10 call-out fee if requested after check-in, which covers our external cleaners coming to rearrange beds and fit new linen.



Guest Access

Guests have full use of the property — kitchen, lounge, bedrooms, bathrooms, and balcony.



The Neighbourhood

Arrowtown is essentially a beautifully preserved gold‑rush village dating back to the mid‑1800s. The heart of town—Buckingham Street—is lined with heritage buildings, old miners’ cottages, and tree‑lined avenues. Many of these buildings are restored and house cafés, galleries, boutique shops, restaurants. The Chinese miners’ settlement by Bush Creek, with its restored huts, is a poignant reminder of Arrowtown’s past.



Set beside the Arrow River, with hills rising around, Arrowtown has a strong sense of nature being very close. There are riverside and hill trails, scenic views, native bush, and deciduous trees. In autumn especially, the foliage turns vivid golds, oranges and reds, giving a magical feel.



Getting Around

Distance from nearest supermarket: Four Square Arrowtown, 32 Adamson Drive — 0.2 km

Distance from Queenstown Airport: 14.8 km

Distance from Queenstown Town Centre: 20.4 km

Distance from The Remarkables: 31.0 km

Distance from Coronet Peak: 21.4 km



Other Things to Note / Good to Know

Stairs: internal and external: Internal stairs only, 13 steps to mezzanine

Power: Running too many appliances at once may trip the power

Fire alarm: Sensitive, so please take care when cooking and have the extraction fan turned on

Location: The property sits on a hill

Extra linen and a mid-stay clean are available for a fee.

Baby Bundle (portacot, high chair, baby bath) is available on request for NZD $50.



Please make all requests at least 3 days before arrival — later requests incur an additional NZD $10 call-out fee.



The first round of amenities is complimentary. If you're staying more than 5 days, we'd recommend picking up extra during your stay.



House Rules

Maximum of 4 guests, with children aged 0–2 staying free.

At least one guest must be over the age of 22

No pets, parties, or smoking/vaping indoors — and please, no glitter

This property is in a residential area; quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.



Interaction with Guests

Need something in person? Swing by our Guest Lounge at 19B Shotover St, open daily 9am–5pm (closed Christmas Day). Free Wi-Fi and coffee or tea are on us.



Got a late flight out or an early arrival? Drop your bags with us free of charge — after check-out if you're not leaving until later, or before check-in if you've landed early — and go explore hands-free.



Our team is available daily, 9am–5pm. After hours, until midnight, a virtual assistant can help with simple questions.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Property # 20206475
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

Arrowtown is home to this holiday home. Off The Wall Gallery and Lakes District Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Arrowtown Chinese Settlement. Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Arrowtown, Otago Region

What's nearby

  • Tobins Track - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lakes District Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arrowtown Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf Coffee Roasters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Arrowtown Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fergbutcher - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Hayes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?

As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown on 12 October 2026 start from NZ$785, 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.

What time is check-in at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown located?

Situated in Arrowtown, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage, Tobins Track and Arrow River. Lakes District Museum and Off The Wall Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a terrific stay! Host communications were prompt and excellent, location was ideal- close to store, trails and town. It had everything we needed and all functioning!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with all the facilities required. Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So clean, lovely comfortable beds, cosy & warm - a fabulous, central place to stay - thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
Thank you for the lovely feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the central location and had a comfortable, cosy stay. We hope to host you again in the future!

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