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Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central

Family-friendly vacation home in Lower Shotover

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Living area
Fully Equipped kitchen
Beautiful light and airy Master bedroom
Courtyard with outdoor furniture
Spacious back yard

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Queenstown, Otago
  • Place, Queenstown Event Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Alpine Aqualand
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankton Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Master Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Office
Garden

About this property

Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central

Summary

This lovely 4 bed 2 bath home is located in the quiet suburb of Quail Rise not far from Queenstown Central Shopping Centre. No matter the season from our warm summers to winters white with snow you can enjoy beautiful walks along the river, mountain bike trails, ski fields, day trips to Arrowtown or Lake Wanaka and starry night skies or you may just wish to sit back and enjoy the view of the Remarkable Mountains with a local Central Otago wine.

Two parking spaces available on the driveway.

Interaction

Someone from The Butler is just a phone call away if required.

Neighborhood

Quail Rise is a quiet residential area. Although you feel like you are away from it all you are so close to shops, restaurants, ski fields and the airport. You also have access to a variety of walking and biking tracks. Less than a 10 minute walk away is the Shotover River and the historic old bridge. There's even a children's play park, neighbourhood tennis court and basketball hoop within easy walking distance of the house.


Access

You have access to the whole house except the garage which will be locked.

Space

The open plan living area of the house boasts a sunny lounge and dining table which allows you to sit and relax while taking in the views of the Remarkable Mountains. The house has a lovely fully equipped modern kitchen. The wood fire is yelling at you to grab a good book and a drink (wine or coffee depending on the time of day) and making yourself comfortable on the couch - you may never want to leave.

The fully equipped kitchen is a great place to prepare some fantastic local foods for your family or group. Can't you just imagine the smells you could come home to after a days skiing or exploring if you put the slow cooker on before you headed out for the day. We also have a rice cooker, air fryer and sandwich press to give you a variety of cooking options.

There is a cosy TV room featuring a flat screen smart TV which has Free 2 Air and is Netflix capable. We also have a Playstation 4

There are four bedrooms to choose from
Bedroom 1 = King bed with Ensuite
Bedroom 2 = Queen bed
Bedroom 3 = Queen bed
Bedroom 4 = 1 Single bed with the addition of a trundle to make it 2 singles if required

The large backyard is the perfect place for families, couples, friends and large groups. There are two separate outdoor areas including a BBQ and wall hung herb garden. The lush lawns are perfect for the kids to run around on in the long Otago summers.

Transit

5 minutes to Five Mile & Queenstown Central Shopping Centre
7 minutes to Queenstown Airport
Less than 15 minutes to downtown Queenstown
15 - 20 minutes drive to the local ski fields
Arrowtown is a pleasant 15 minute drive away
And if you are looking at tasting some of the local wines then some of the wineries are less than 10 minutes away.
(note times mentioned are subject to traffic)

If you wish to take a bus into town the closest stop is less than an 8 minute walk away.

Notes

Linen, towels and wifi are included in the price.
We use professional cleaners and hired linen to ensure our home is cleaned to the highest standards
A port-a-cot and high chair are available for hire if required - please ask.
The garage is not available for guests to use.


House Rules

This house is in a quiet residential neighbourhood - not suitable for parties or too much noise. No smoking in any part of the house. House must be left locked with lights & appliances turned off. BBQ clean (if used)

The house should be tidy, with dishes done and rubbish in the big bins provided – our cleaners will take care of the rest. Please do not use the balcony/deck areas after 10pm and before 7am
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Lower Shotover

Located in Lower Shotover, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Queenstown Arts Centre and Toi o Tahuna are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St Josephs Parish and Williams Cottage. Traveling with kids? Consider Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Gardens. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching.
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Queenstown, Otago

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Event Centre - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Alpine Aqualand - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Frankton Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Kingston Flyer - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Remarkables Park Town Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Airspresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Frankton Arm Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Odelay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Apple Tree Cottage - Just minutes from Queenstown Central located?

This family-friendly Lower Shotover vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Queenstown Event Centre, Alpine Aqualand and Lake Wakatipu. The Kingston Flyer is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

DavidB

Stay at Apple Tree Cottage

An amazing and comfortable property set in tranquil surroundings, away for the hustle and bustle of the centre of Queenstown, yet easy to get into the centre if needed, and perfectly located for some of the great wineries and attractions arpund and about.

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Nice location to get to Remarkables

Good location away from the chaos of downtown if you are looking to get out in see things around Queenstown. Yet, also go to restaurants and services close by.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daryl H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quail Rise

Really quite tranquil spot. Plenty of rooms for a few couples to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

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

Apple Tree Cottage

Just lovely
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
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4/10 Poor

Rowena M.

Apple Tree Cottage Quail Rise Queenstown

Warm and Clean. Several items required in the kitchen, were missing. Neglected gardens with difficult car access. Grossly expensive
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8/10 Good

NickL

Mr

Enjoyed our stay and the position suited us House was good however grounds were very ordinary and required maintenance and upgrade from the outside to be useable Also didn't have a microwave
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Snow snow everywhere

Winter snowfall turned our stay into a winter wonderland. House was fantastic, well equipped for a school holiday family ski trip . Cozy log fire, 20 mins to ski fields, 7 mins to Frankton shops yet quiet and chilled. Loved watching Harry Potter 1,2 and 3 with the kids on the big screen after a big day on the mountains .
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Snow snow everywhere

Winter snowfall turned our stay into a winter wonderland. House was fantastic, well equipped for a school holiday family ski trip . Cozy log fire, 20 mins to ski fields, 7 mins to Frankton shops yet quiet and chilled. Loved watching Harry Potter 1,2 and 3 with the kids on the big screen after a big day on the mountains .
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Fabulous and restful mountain retreat

Great house, fabulous location, amazing mountain views, Family dog was also invited. Really nicely decked out, Home away from home. thankyou
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Auckland

Fab house, great location, stunning mountain views. Peace and quiet whilst been close to everything.

About the host

Hosted by Deborah

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I have a small company called The Butler which looks after properties in Queenstown - and feel fortunate to live in this beautiful place all the time. Having been in the "Service Industry" in various roles and travelled extensively I can help our guests have a great holiday.
During my free time I indulge my passion for photography, golf as well as enjoying evening walks and dining out with friends.

Why they chose this property

The open plan living area of the house boasts a sunny lounge and dining table which allows you to sit and relax while taking in the views of the Remarkable Mountains. The house has a lovely fully equipped modern kitchen. The corner hanging chair just yells of grabbing a good book and a drink (wine or coffee depending on the time of day) and making yourself comfortable - you may never want to leave.

The fully equipped kitchen is a great place to prepare some fantastic local foods for your family or group. Can't you just imagine the smells you could come home to after a days skiing or exploring if you put the slow cooker on before you headed out for the day. We also have a rice cooker, air fryer and sandwich press to give you a variety of cooking options.

There is a cosy TV room featuring a flat screen smart TV which has Free 2 Air and is Netflix capable. We also have a Playstation 4

There are four bedrooms to choose from
Bedroom 1 = King bed with Ensuite
Bedroom 2 = Queen bed
Bedroom 3 = Queen bed
Bedroom 4 = 1 Single bed with the addition of a trundle to make it 2 singles if required

What makes this property unique

Close to town but still in a quiet suburb.
Lovely views
Great back yard with room for your dog
Apple trees

Languages:

English

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