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The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!

Cromwell vacation home with kitchen

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A rustic wooden door with glass panels and a metal frame.
A living room with a fireplace, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, stainless steel appliances, and a chalkboard menu.
A gated property with a metal fence, a building with a sloped roof, and a satellite dish.
A brick building with a covered patio area, a metal fence, and a clear sky.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cromwell, Otago
  • Place, Cromwell Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt Difficulty Wines
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wooing Tree Vineyard
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Cromwell

In Cromwell .Your stay at this Cromwell vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Mt Difficulty Wines and Cromwell Shopping Centre. Wooing Tree Vineyard and Cromwell Memorial Hall & Events Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mt Difficulty Wines - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wooing Tree Vineyard - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cromwell Golf Course - 6 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Old Cromwell Town - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sanga's Pies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cromwell Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Stoaker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Takeaway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Black Rabbit - ‬6 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.

The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!

Welcome to The Ironbound Family Retreat, a cozy and pet-friendly family home located in Cromwell.

Perfectly suited for families and groups, this one-story red brick house offers a spacious, fully fenced garden, making it an ideal space for children and pets to play safely.

Beyond the home, the location is unbeatable for those keen to explore Lake Dunstan, indulge in world-renowned Central Otago wineries, or discover the natural beauty of the area.

The house offers three bedrooms and an additional “secret” sleepout tucked behind the garage, accessed through enchanting iron double doors—sure to be a hit with the kids!

This property features 2 double beds and 5 single beds across four rooms, offering comfortable accommodation for larger families or groups of friends. A functional bathroom with an additional separate toilet makes shared living convenient.

As soon as you arrive, you’ll notice the funky, rustic iron gate, adding a unique charm to the property. The garden area is fully-fenced so Kids and Pets can play outside, safely.

Guests can access the entire property.

We live off-site. Please communicate with us over the phone or through the app.
(Please note that this is a homestay, and the owners use the property from time to time. Some cupboards and storage areas are reserved for the owners’ personal belongings. Please ensure you are comfortable with this arrangement before making a booking)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

(Please note that this is a homestay, and the owners use the property from time to time. Some cupboards and storage areas are reserved for the owners’

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

487203

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.2 mi (53-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

As of Jul 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! on Jul 20, 2026 start from CA $280, excluding 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.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! to downtown Cromwell?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Cromwell.

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