Situated in Alexandra in the Otago Region, this semi-detached, lake front holiday home features a terrace, gardens and orchards. The air-conditioned unit is 30 km from Cromwell. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven and microwave. A flat-screen TV is offered. Other facilities at Lye Bow Lake House include a barbecue. Alexandra is 6 km from the property. Queenstown Airport is 56 km away.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Alexandra
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  • Julia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    How it was secluded and lovely to walk around the grounds friendly staff will be back
  • Hunt-ross
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It is an amazing location, the house was gorgeous and so very clean which is big thing for me. I cannot speak highly enough of the place, we absolutely loved it. Audrey was really friendly, she lives on the property so U knew if U needed...
  • Restall
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fabulous location, only a few minutes out of Alexandra, but a world apart. Great views over Butchers dam and Old Man Range. Interesting history and handy to a great walking track. Great house with an awesome bathroom, well equipped kitchen and...
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

9.9
9.9
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Audrey
Historic Lye Bow, est. in 1860 is just 6ks from Alexandra, located on the lake's edge at Butchers Dam. Named after the original settler; Lye Bow was a gold miner turned market garden, With mature gardens, heritage orchards and historic landmark sites, Lye Bow is now a serene retreat set within a stunning natural oasis. Our only neighbour is the Flat Top Hill Conservation Area, locally renowned for walking and mountain biking trails, with easy access to Otago's cycle trails. We offer it all here; swimming and fishing in the lake, walking & mountain biking in the hills, strolling through the beautiful gardens and orchards, plus smack bang in the middle of Central Otago with easy access to numerous vineyards, cafes, restaurants and other historic sites.
A mainlander by ancestry, I fled my corporate life in Auckland to the stunning beauty of Central Otago so that I had time to garden and paint - my two favourite pastimes.
Lye Bow has no neighbours as such. We are bounded on one side by the Butcher's Dam lake, and on the other sides by the FlatTop Hill Conservation area. But we are only 6 k's from Alexandra, 10 mins to historic Clyde, 25 minutes to Ophir or Cromwell, and approx 1 hour to Wanaka and Queenstown.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lye Bow Lake House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

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 of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Lye Bow Lake House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

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 House 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 House

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Lye Bow Lake House on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Lye Bow Lake House on this page.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing

  • The prices at Lye Bow Lake House 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 House can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

  • Yes, Lye Bow Lake House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Lye Bow Lake House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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