St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage
Place, St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage
7 min walk
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
Place, Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
15 min walk
Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
17 min drive
Room options
About the area
Arrowtown
In Arrowtown .Your stay at this Arrowtown vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Tobins Track. Arrow River and Lakes District Museum are also within half a mile (1 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
Crown Range - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 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 Bakehouse - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 646 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown to the airport?
This vacation home is 9.4 mi (19-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown to the beach?
This vacation home is 9.3 mi (19-min drive) from Frankton Beach and 12.6 mi (24-min drive) from Queenstown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (20-min drive) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown to downtown Arrowtown?
This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Arrowtown.
Charming A-Frame Retreat in Historic Arrowtown Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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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!