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Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Surrounded by majestic mountains and vineyards, this beautiful historic property offers a serene retreat. Enjoy the scenic views from your own outdoor bath or cozy up by the outdoor fire with local wine. The nearby cycle track, Kawarau river, and ski fields are perfect for adventure seekers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath


360 degrees views of stunning mountains and vineyards. We have 3.5 acres to enjoy.
Beautiful , private historic property with stone fences, rock crops, native birds
and the distant sound of the river. You can soak all this up in your own outdoor bath for two people or sit by the outdoor fire tasting some of our local wine.
We are close to the cycle track, Kawarau river, original Bungy bridge, ski fields and historic Arrowtown, with it's restaurants and shopping.
Situated across the road from Kinross, where a restaurant/winery and bike hire is available.
From Gibbston you can explore many wonderful areas, summer or winter.
Have your camera ready for the many lakes, rivers and roads to wander.
Ski fields close by Coronet, Cardrona and Remarkables.




Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition we appreciate if you leave the cottage tidy. Also if you bring your dog it must be well behaved and not left in the cottage for long periods while you go out.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 2907204004

Property is also known as

Beautiful French Style Cottage Arrowtown
Beautiful French Style Arrowtown
Beautiful French Style
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Beautiful French Style Cottage Gibbston
Beautiful French Style Cottage Cottage Gibbston
Beautiful French Style Cottage
Beautiful French Style Cottage With an Outdoor Bath Cottage
Beautiful French Style Cottage With an Outdoor Bath Gibbston

About the area

Located in Gibbston, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. Kawarau Suspension Bridge and St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waitiri Creek Wines and Brennan Wines. Travelling with kids? Consider Alpine Aqualand, or check out an event or a game at Highlands Motorsport Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Arrowtown, Queenstown

What's nearby

  • Mt. Rosa Wines - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Gibbston Valley Winery - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kawarau Suspension Bridge - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Gibbston Valley Wines - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 23 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gibbston Valley Wines - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mt Rosa Wines - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gibbston Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Valli vineyards - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Winehouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath located?

This family-friendly Gibbston cottage is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Waitiri Creek Wines, Brennan Wines and Mt. Rosa Wines. Peregrine Wines and Gibbston Valley Wines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Beautiful French Style Cottage with an Outdoor Bath Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Callum T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

School holidays

Great place with very friendly host and dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

julia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay and sad to leave

Wonderful property and setting with lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prudence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

Fantastic location and hosts who even dropped off toys for our three year old son. Very cosy and considered space. Our stay didn't disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautifully styled accomodation with everything you could need at your fingertips and accommodating friendly hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place loved the decor everything was stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cottage in a beautiful area in the country side surrounded by mountains! The host were lovely to meet and talk too! Had a very comfortable stay and would come back! Easy access to near by towns and located near mary wineries!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Gibbston Valley

We have stayed across the road at Kinross for years and are glad we tried things out across the road at this bach. Loved our stay and looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely part of the world

Perfect size to relax and stretch out for a couple of days. Everything we needed, so well presented, the whole experience was easy and the surroundings-just stunning. I highly recommend staying here
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxurious gem in the heart of the Otago wine region

This incredible cottage was extremely comfortable and spacious, exactly as described and so charming! It’s perfect for visiting wineries, close to Arrowtown and Queenstown, but also so private and peaceful you may not want to leave. Lovingly decorated and cared for, and including everything you may need to cook and relax under the stars. Many thanks to our wonderful hosts, we hope to see you again soon! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Highly recommend! Beautiful, peaceful & so comfortable. Really enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h., Smithers, British Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Comfortable

This is a charming accomodation both inside and out. We enjoyed the view and outside space as much as the inside, french country rooms. Clean, spacious and well appointed, we would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

julia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectations..Wonderful

Beautifully appointed cottage in a superb location. It is extremely clean and cozy proving excellent facilities in perfect and secure surroundings. Wonderful hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Every polished detail of this delightful French ‘boathouse’ is divine. Lovely hosts. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

Perfect location to rest. Comfortable and relaxing. Very enjoyable. Slept well in luxury bedding. Thanks Shelley & Neil
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

‘Absolutely belle’

From the moment we drove down the drive, opening the gate to find the most gorgeous French cottage filled with such charm and personal touches we were so comfortable and felt right at home. We enjoyed the outdoor bath and the outdoor fire many times. We loved our cuddles with Billy who visited several times a day. We had a snuggle with Billy in bed one morning but it wasn’t Billy’s fault! We wanted for nothing other than to stay longer than the 6nights!! We had a lovely afternoon at The Church cellar door/cafe, taking a few bottles home. We will look forward to returning!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage, gorgeous peaceful area, surrounded by incredible views!

We loved our stay at “the Boathouse”! Absolutely stunning area, with snow capped mountain views and super close to a bunch of winery’s and a close drive to Arrowtown. Fireplace was perfect, beautiful gardens and so very peaceful. Wishing we could have stayed longer and enjoyed the gorgeous outdoor bath that we sadly didn’t get to try out. Lovely hosts who were responsive to messages, super helpful and friendly, whilst also allowing privacy for us as we stayed. We wouldn’t hesitate to book in again and stay at this gorgeous cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous piece of French Countryside in NZ

This piece of heaven was so unexpected - beautifully decorated, French linen, everything you need for a luxury country stay. It’s 20 mins from the airport, but feels like a world away. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brahman P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Getaway

Thank you Shelley for hosting us, we had a beautiful, restful stay at your charming place. Thank you Vince for popping over to help us with the tub! We look forward to coming back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Vancouver, B.C. Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculate Boathouse in Wine Country

Absolutely loved our stay at the Boathouse. The location in wine country is perfect- you can easily walk to several wineries, and the home itself was well stocked with all the supplies you need. I also need to comment on the decor- well styled and so adorable- everything is so well pulled together and quaint. We used the outdoor tub every night and enjoyed the stars too. Totally recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C., Horsham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just the best!

The Boathouse is special. We loved everything about our stay there. It is warm and welcoming in a “quirky” way. Shelley and Neil are excellent hosts and made us feel most welcome. The location is stunning and the outdoor bath was the icing on the cake. If we’re ever back in New Zealand, we would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic country retreat

The Boathouse is a special dream for a creative couple. It is gorgeous and so authentically French in style you could be in Bordeaux somewhere. The huge outdoor bath while you watch the stars is a special experience. Warm and friendly communication from the hosts. A short drive to Arrowtown. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home from home.

First class. Clean, warm, comfortable, will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adipa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazingly pretty corner of Gibbston Valley!

A hidden gem! Quite a dainty cottage! The outdoor bath is heavenly! Well looked after section is fenced so our dog could run free on the property and explore. 🐶There also is a vege patch and many fruit trees there. I enjoyed few sweet pea snaps 😋 and fresh cous lettuce. There’s an outdoor dining area where we enjoyed our meals. We surely will go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay at the Boathouse!

We had a relaxing stay at the Boathouse and enjoyed meeting our hosts Shelley and Neil. They are super nice people and gave us good recommendations. The house is super clean, well-stocked, private and very comfortable. The woodstove warmed the chilly mornings. The outdoor tub is super cool though we didn't use it. It was a great location for us for wine tasting and sight seeing. Honestly, the Boathouse is the most charming place we've ever had the pleasure of visiting and being there felt like a warm hug! Thank you Shelley and Neil!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aneesa B., Shelly Beach, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow! Just Wow!

You will love everything about this beautiful property! The photos don't do it justice! The location and view is beautiful and I imagine would be at any time of the year! Every comfort has been thought of in this spotless, cosy, comfortable charming cottage! Shelley the owner has a fantastic eye for interior design! I'd get her to style my own home if I could! You are literally in walking distance of lovely wineries and it's a central location to visit all local attractions. Owners are on site, they are lovely charming people but are invisible unless you need them. Don't think about this place, just book it, you won't be disappointed. We hope to return in ski season! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023