Title: Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119650449&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! ## Photo gallery for Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! ![Property grounds - Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119660000/119650500/119650449/cb9aa9cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! 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(Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119660000/119650500/119650449/00fe7c97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! Relax by the fire in our beautifully restored miner’s cottage, circa 1900, surrounded by stunning West Coast mountains. Just 1.8km from MTB trails and close to hiking, ancient rainforest, and Lake Burbury. Walk to art galleries, cafes, and bars and the iconic railway. The Space Quentin's Cottage is a peaceful retreat designed for unwinding and reconnecting, with each other and nature by the fire. Access to wifi is not part of this experience. To access the internet you will need to use your own device and connection. As you enter the cottage you're greeted by a gallery hallway filled with original photographs from local artists. There is a wood fire and new reverse cycle heater/air conditioning, a TV with free to air, streaming and a DVD player, small library, board games and an extensive DVD collection. IMPORTANT: As we do not have Wi-Fi you will need to hotspot the TV from your own device to use streaming services. There are two queen sized bedrooms, and one double bedroom. The master has a new Ecosa memory foam mattress. All have bedding designed by Australian artists, electric blankets, heaters, luggage racks and hanging space. The modern kitchen has a double oven, induction stove, new dishwasher and a unique copper benchtop-paying tribute to Queenstown’s mining heritage. Extras Washing machine, dryer and plant based laundry detergent are supplied free of charge, to refresh for your next adventure. Guest Access Sole access to the cottage. Key in lockbox, code provided before arrival. Note A cot is available on request at no extra cost—just let us know in advance so we can have it ready for you. The fourth bedroom is closed to store cleaning products, linen and bathroom supplies. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922100/b479acc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Strahan Village Strahan - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=922100&PinnedHotelID=922100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living room | 40-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/574900/574898/673237b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gold Rush Inn Queenstown - 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Please ask at least 48 hours before your stay if 10am is going to be too early. Please return the house keys to the lock box at the front door. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please remove your shoes at the front door. It can get pretty wet on the west coast, and no one likes muddy boots! Our neighbours are pretty awesome so please keep noise to a minimum between 10pm and 5am. House keys: feel free to leave the keys in the lock box at the front door. It will save you a lost key fee if you misplace them! ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 DA2023/30 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Queenstown, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Henty Glacial Erratics State Reserve and West Coast Range Regional Reserve, while West Coast Wilderness Railway and The Paragon Theatre are cultural highlights. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Queenstown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown.dx3611) [View more Cottages in Queenstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Cottages.d3611-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.08141%2C145.54889&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hnL2WWHT3i0kAnyeRc0FWLJJH8c=) Queenstown, TAS ### What's nearby - West Coast Wilderness Railway 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - The Paragon Theatre 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Queenstown Library 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Queenstown Town Hall 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Queenstown Hospital 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Restaurants - 3K's Takeaway 9 min walk - Tracks Cafe 7 min walk - The Empire Hotel 7 min walk - Railway Hotel 5 min walk - The Gormanston Hole 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails!? ### What time is check-in at Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails!? ### What time is check-out at Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails!? ### Where is Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quentin's Cottage - a cosy retreat by Mt Owen - close to town and trails! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garry M. 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay here. Property is clean and well presented. Host is fantastic, great communication and made sure we were well looked after. I'd have no hesitation recommending to others and will definitely stay again in the future. ##### Garry M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine C. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was very clean, well set-up, close to everything and very comfortable. Host Sarah was great, very helpful and quick to respond. Highly recommend ##### Catherine C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emese L. 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Extremely cozy, Sarah is very thoughtful. I specifically picked it for the dvd collection and fireplace. I loved the additional touch with the aboriginal art as well. Quiet private street, had the best sleeps ;) ##### Emese L. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew B. 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location This property is cosy and comfortable as per pics online. Street appeal needs to catch up. ##### Andrew B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn C. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy The inside of the house has clearly been fully renovated, while the exterior keeps its "original" state. Inside everything was spotless and well-organised. I loved the copper sheet center island bench in the kitchen, I want the same in my home now. A very comfortable stay,even got a delivery of wood for the fire ( which you will need when cold)A couple of practical notes for future guests: there’s no hair dryer provided and no internet or TV reception. Normally that might not matter, but during a spell of cold, rainy weather my wife really wanted to dry her hair and we found using our phones 4G reception a bit patchy for data (1 bar) so if you have work teams/zoom it may be a problem. Not deal-breakers, just something worth knowing when you pack, queenstown is remote. ##### Glenn C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne H. 26 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage is spacious and comfortable, we had plenty of room to spread out. We found the couches super comfy and the kitchen well resourced with crockery, cooking needs etc. Our host was easy to communicate with. Thanks for a lovely stay. ##### Dianne H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna K. 8 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place was lovely and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay! ##### Joanna K. 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