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Isabellas Cottage welcomes you
Heritage NZ listed property
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Kitchen dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Arrowtown, Arrowtown
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage

"Isabella's Cottage" is a restored historic cottage built in 1884, and dating from Arrowtown's Gold Rush era. "Arrowtown...where history meets nature".

Isabella's cottage is just a few minutes walk from the centre of Arrowtown with its many attractions, restaurants, cafes, bars, museum and laid back atmosphere.

Arrowtown is surrounded by 3 golf courses, as well as having access to numerous trails. Arrowtown is often viewed as the hub of the Queenstown Trails network. The whole area is full of simply stunning scenery and activities to overload your senses!

Your stay in Isabella's Cottage will leave you spellbound!

Isabella's Cottage has undergone a complete 'make over' whilst retaining its historical charm. This encompassed full restoration and included a complete kitchen and bathroom replacement. All rooms upgraded and finished with selected heritage paint colours and give a genuine comfort. All furniture was selected or ordered bespoke to match the cottage style. Full insulation, under floor heating and electric wall heaters make it cosy warm in winter whilst retaining the historic design features which keep the cottage cool during the hot Central Otago summers.

Luxury linen along with genuine Alpaca Duvet's will ensure your relaxation is complete in the beautiful township of Arrowtown.
Special conditions:
Isabella's Cottage is a pet free, smoke free property. Please observe these conditions.

Linen is included, no extra charge; NOTE: As part of Kiwi bach tradition we just ask that you leave the cottage tidy (a full clean is not required!). It is a great help if you do the dishes before you leave, and strip linen off beds if you have time;

Giving back to the Arrowtown area!!...

Currently a huge effort is underway to eradicate the invasive Wilding Pines from the hills above Arrowtown and enhance with intensive planting of a more desirable mix of trees. As recognition of your stay at Isabella's Cottage, we will personally donate $15 specifically to replant an exotic tree. Your stay will be forever marked by a tree contributing to the autumn colours Arrowtown is renowned for ... how cool is that!!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arrowtown

Located in Arrowtown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Remarkables Park Town Centre and Queenstown Mall. Queenstown Ice Arena and Cookie Time are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Arrowtown, Arrowtown

What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tobins Track - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Coronet Peak Ski Area - 23 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coronet Peak - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Provisions of Arrowtown Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Amisfield Winery & Bistro - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxuriously modernised Heritage cottage located?

Located in the heart of Arrowtown, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Lakes District Museum. Off The Wall Gallery and Arrowtown Chinese Settlement are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay in a magic location
A beautiful little heritage house with ever3you need. A short walk to restaurants and shops. Arrowtown is a short ride from Queenstown but some much quiter
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True Arrowtown experience
What a lovely place to stay. Handy to central Arrowtown, generously fitted out and very good hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
A wonderful stay in a gorgeous, historic Arrowtown Cottage. Beautifully clean and welcoming with little extras. Fantastic location so close to Main Street. Clear communication from the host. Loved our weekend. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 night stay December 2024
Charming and comfortable cottage in great location, and very well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem in the heart of Arrowtown
Beautiful old cottage lovingly restored. 5-10min walk to main st of Arrowtown. Thoughtful touches included bottle of wine and chocolates, also milk in fridge, along with the basics for a quick cook up. Thankyou to the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful in every way!
We loved Isabella's Cottage. Very convenient, quiet, very clean and comfortable. Nice little touches and such character. Everything provided was well thought through. We will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Excellent property, great location, would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Cottage with a Great Location
Very nice, quiet, historic property with easy walking distance to the sights and activities of Arrowtown. The cottage is much larger than I anticipated with generous rooms and a well appointed kitchen. The bottle of wine and thoughtful welcome gifts were much appreciated. All the appliances and fixtures worked as they should; linens were cozy and nice quality. The only thing that would have made the stay better is a desk or table top with a backed chair to make working on a laptop easier and more comfortable. We found the stools at the kitchen bench uncomfortable. Still, we loved our stay and would book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Isabella’s is a bellissima cottage.
Perfect cottage in a perfect location within a short walk of the Arrowtown shops. Everything as described, perfect for a family stay.A drainage problem that reared it’s head during our stay was attended to speedily, and there was only minor disruption. These things happen.Beds comfortable, kitchen had all one needs, bathroom perfect - couldn’t have asked for happier accommodation.Many thanks, would certainly recommend Isabella’s to any couple/family visiting the Arrowtown area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the best of Kiwi hospitality
We had a wonderful stay at Isabella’s cottage- full of charm, comfort and in a fantastic location just a few minutes walk from Arrowtown’s Main Street. Beautiful views of the mountains from the lovely bedrooms, and lots of homey touches were so appreciated. Thank you very much to our hosts for having us stay in their beautiful property, and for the lovely treats and late check out- much appreciated. Thoroughly recommend and hope to make our trip an annual visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Shane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
location. excellent
Arrowtown Gem, close to all , roomy and warmly heating, Adequate kitchen,that enables eating in. Would definitely book again,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just idyllic!
We were two sisters travelling together and had the most wonderful time in this gorgeous cottage. The hosts provided everything we could want/need with a thoughtful supply of kitchen goods, tissues in every room and treats!! The garden is gorgeous and property well maintained. It was a pleasant stroll into the centre of Arrowtown. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a fantastic stay in this gorgeous house. It was extremely comfortable and well equipped - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bede R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arrowtown cottage
Wonderful historic cottage ,great beds with quality linen. Great location short stroll to centre
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay at Isabella’s Cottage
Very clean and lovely cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a Christmas break
Lovely old restored cottage in Arrowtown, well appointed and great information provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Desmond F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location
We loved our stay at Isabella's Cottage. It had everything we needed, really nice rooms and beds, lovely gardens and outdoors setting. And less than 5 minutes walk to the main street of Arrowtown. We definitely hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

james m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
We had a lovely 4 nights at the cottage, which was the perfect base over Christmas for exploring the local area and heritage. The cottage is very well presented, clean and had everything we needed and more. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Great cottage close to Queenstown but out of the hustle and bustle and in lovely rural Arrowtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy times in Arrowtown
This is a lovely house to stay in, history and convenience all in one happy place. Very happy to recommend to anyone who wants some space and yet so close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
This well equipped, immaculately tidy cottage was a short walk from Arrowtown shops and restaurants. It had a Nice outdoor area to sit in the evening sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumn Festival
Great location with easy access to town
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect heritage cottage
Perfect stay, great location, high quality bedding and decor ,lovely garden. Even watched Whale Rider DVD!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Thank you, this place was perfect for our short Central Otago holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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