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Stoneridge Estate 5 stars

Queenstown

Stoneridge Estate offers 5 star luxury bed and breakfast accommodation and fine dining in a tranquil setting, 15 minutes’ drive from the heart of Queenstown. You can experience breathtaking lake and mountain views from every room. Our stay at Stoneridge was little short of ideal! The grounds were simply stunning - you take a steep drive up to the resort, passing by vineyards and rose bushes. The buildings have a historic stone and wrought-iron look and truly feel like they have been there for centuries. Walk around the grounds and you might also see the very cute, peaceful chapel. The rooms were, again, stunning, with beautiful views over Lake Hayes. They were spacious and thoughtfully furnished, including the bathrooms which had his and hers sinks. On checking in, we were greeted by their very friendly staff who offered us two glasses of rose and a lovely cheese board. In short, we loved it here - it felt like pure luxury!

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9.3
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
£355
per night

River Rock Estate

Cromwell

River Rock Estate is a 1-hour drive from Queenstowns main ski fields, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables Ski Area. It is a 40-minute drive from Queenstown Airport. It is adjacent to the Wooing Tree Vineyard. Our hosts Graeme and Jan-Marie were so welcoming. Our room was beautifully furnished and a superb continental breakfast (more than we could possibly eat) was provided in our room. BBQ on our own deck overlooking the vines and complete privacy. Use of washing/drying facilities was a godsend. And on our last evening we enjoyed a complimentary wine-tasting with no less than 8 wines and 3 ports! Such fun hearing all about the wine-making process in such good company. Thank you Graeme and Jan-Marie.

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9.4
Superb
95 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Burn Cottage Retreat 4 stars

Cromwell

Set amongst beautiful gardens and a walnut grove, the adults-only Burn Cottage Retreat is just 6 minutes’ drive from Cromwell and 2 km from Lake Dunstan. Guests receive free Wi-Fi and a complimentary bowl of fresh walnuts from the grove upon arrival.

Surrounded by award-winning vineyards and fruit orchards, all cottages feature kitchen facilities, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with quality toiletries. A retreat it is! This is one of if not the best self-catering places I’ve been at. Cozy, comfortable, clean and has everything one needs. Even, home-made cookies. I had a wonderful welcome by Gill and Noel and they were happy to help with everything. The surroundings are wonderful, don’t miss their garden, it’s wonderful. I did not want to leave the place. I wish I could have stayed more than the two nights booked.

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9.8
Exceptional
63 reviews
Price from
£137
per night

Camp Estate by Larnach Castle 5 stars

Dunedin

Situated 500 metres from the gates of Larnach Castle, Camp Estate offers modern rooms with views of the surrounding countryside and toward the harbour. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and a cooked breakfast each morning. Lovely breakfast made to order

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9.8
Exceptional
64 reviews

Arden Country House BnB

Dunedin

Arden Country House BnB is located in Dunedin, 16 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, 17 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, and 16 km from Dunedin Railway Station. The air-conditioned accommodation is 15 km from Otago Museum, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium. Such a lovely house. Elsie so nice and friendly! Will back stay again!

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8.8
Fabulous
156 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

Arden Country House - The Chalet Bed and Breakfast

Dunedin

Situated in Dunedin and only 15 km from Otago Museum, Arden Country House - The Chalet Bed and Breakfast features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 16 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium. Dunedin Railway Station is 16 km from the apartment and The Octagon is 17 km away. Good range of options provided to easily feed everyone

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8.7
Fabulous
89 reviews
Price from
£113
per night

Clydestay

Alexandra

Clydestay is located in Alexandra. This country house offers barbecue facilities and WiFi.

The country house includes a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, as well as a kettle. A flat-screen TV is offered. Open spaces outside so relaxing and had good flow from well set out house glowing to deck and then views enhanced the feeling of spaciousness

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8.4
Very good
31 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Queenstown Snowland Estate

Arrowtown

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Queenstown Snowland Estate is located in Arrowtown. The property has pool and garden views, and is 10 km from Queenstown Event Centre. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£682
per night

Cabin with hottub at homestay

Karitane

Featuring a hot tub, Cabin with hottub at homestay is located in Karitane. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.8 km from Waikouaiti Beach.

Otago Museum is 35 km from the country house, while Forsyth Barr Stadium is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Dunedin Airport, 64 km from Cabin with hottub at homestay.

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