Boasting garden views, Lye Bow Lake Suite provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 41 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests. Featuring lake views, the spacious bed and breakfast is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a seating area, a desk and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Alexandra, like cycling, canoeing and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 94 km from Lye Bow Lake Suite.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.9
High score for Alexandra
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nigrob
    Australia Australia
    Great location. High quality accommodation. Very good breakfast. Fabulous!
  • Brian
    Canada Canada
    Excellent breakfast and very peaceful location. Very spacious suite.
  • Philip
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Quite location 5km from Alexandra Just what we wanted
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Audrey & Tim

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Audrey & Tim
Historic Lye Bow, established in the 1860’s and just 6ks from Alexandra town centre, offers a range of well-appointed accommodation options for discerning travellers. Nestled on the lake’s edge at Butchers Dam, this naturally beautiful 8 acre property is comprised of mature landscaped gardens, orchards, pastures and historic landmark sites. Bordered by the Dept. of Conservation Flat Top Hill Conservation Area, Lye Bow is home to abundant bird life and offers easy access to locally renowned walking and mountain biking trails. Sited at the heart of Central Otago, Lye Bow is the ideal epicentre for your holiday or stopping off point on the way through; just minutes from Alexandra and Clyde, 25 minutes to Cromwell or Ophir, an hour to Queenstown airport or Wanaka, and just over 2 hours to Dunedin or Invercargill. Lye Bow is the perfect spot for a romantic getaway or family holiday.
Audrey moved from Auckland to Central Otago after falling in love with the region. Tim is farm bred enjoys the great mix of a rural lifestyle close to town. In their words; "We feel truly fortunate to be at Lye Bow and we see ourselves as its current guardians, lucky to live here, endeavouring to maintain, restore, and improve it where we can. We are passionate about Lye Bow; being true to its past, care-taking the ancient trees and gardens and sharing it with as many as we can. Our vision is to offer a restful retreat for healing and rejuvenation." Today you will find them enjoying the company of guests, sharing their gardens and home, or out and about exploring the beauty of Central Otago.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lye Bow Lake Suite
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Lye Bow Lake Suite takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 05:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Lye Bow Lake Suite in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Lye Bow Lake Suite

  • Lye Bow Lake Suite is 3.7 miles from the centre of Alexandra. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Lye Bow Lake Suite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Lye Bow Lake Suite offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Room options at Lye Bow Lake Suite include:

    • Suite

  • Check-in at Lye Bow Lake Suite is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.