Title: Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63490900/63490843/4aeff006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63490900/63490843/54e3e87e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63490900/63490843/68955ca9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63490900/63490843/55c66e93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63490900/63490843/d2590884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Awake to birds singing and enjoy stunning views of Coronet Peak from the main bedroom at Ayrshire Cottage. Unwind in the sunny living room with a book, or take in fresh country air on the patio. The cottage offers a Nespresso coffee machine, sky TV, wifi, board games and materials for creative pursuits. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat The property is next to the trail for walking and biking. Awake to birds singing. and stunning views to Coronet Peak from the main bedroom (Queen bed) upstairs and the Remarkables from the 2nd bedroom (European King Singles) . The Living room has a lovely big sofa and looks to the north, so is extremely sunny. Just the spot to lazy about, unwind and read a book. Open up the sliding door and enjoy the fresh country air. There is some ready material and board games. The room has a sky TV and wifi available The Dining table makes an excellent spot to have breakfast in the sun, a Nespresso coffee machine will help the start to the day, followed by alfresco dining area outside. It is a very warm cottage with central heating and fireplace (wood included). The two bedrooms are upstairs, which have sensor lights for night time use. The spacious main bedroom has stunning views north to Coronet Peak and has a new Queen size bed with electric blanket and cosy duvet. The bedside lights make it great for reading at night in bed. There is a full length mirror and hanging rack with coat hangers. The second room is set up as European Singles and captures the Remarkables. It has hanging rack space too. There are two writing desks upstairs creating the ideal place to write a book or complete work away from the office. Between the two bedrooms is the bathroom, with a heated towel rail, make up facecloths, hairdryer and shower complete with Only Good energise Natural hair & Body wash. There is a separate toilet and vanity unit upstairs and another one downstairs. The kitchen is well appointed with a ceramic hot plate cooktop and a inverter microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, Electric jug, toaster, tea pot, plunger coffee, small cock pot and everything you need, like - tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, oil, cereal, milk included. There is a dishwasher, washing powder, Nespresso coffee pods, shopping bag, umbrella for those wet days. The north facing patio captures the sun all day and until the late evening. It is all set for the occasion with a table, chairs, sun umbrella and BBQ. The Portuguese laurels are making a start at creating the private setting. Ayrshire Cottage was built in 2019 on 3 acres, of land that was once part of a Wakatipu Ayrshire dairy and sheep farm The development has the Wakatipu basins historic preserved Hawthorne hedges around the triangle which makes up the “Golden Triangle” and each site is separated by large berms, providing a magical privacy and not impending the stunning outlook to the surrounding mountains from every direction. We lived in the Cottage for a year whilst the House was being built and moved into the house in August 2020. We have 4 pet friendly hens and one Standard Poodle 12year dog (Bess) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Fenced private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104010000/104000800/104000793/31cf1a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ono on Thompson with Hot Tub Queenstown City Centre - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=104000793&PinnedHotelID=104000793&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73330000/73328600/73328511/3800a1f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private infinity pool, spa pool, tennis court, petanque Queenstown - Pool - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Tennis court 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=73328511&PinnedHotelID=73328511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Floor plan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52670000/52666300/52666279/b4ffe86e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden Heights - family friendly with spa pool Goldfield Heights - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=52666279&PinnedHotelID=52666279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92910000/92905900/92905827/4f49ee92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arrow Wood | Luxurious & peaceful villa | Modern rural charm Speargrass Flat - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=92905827&PinnedHotelID=92905827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44910000/44900200/44900174/4889518f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire 2 bedroom detached chalet, in private woodland with valley views. Arthurs Point - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=44900174&PinnedHotelID=44900174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: cot/stair/fire guards/potty avail ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Ayrshire Cottage - Luxury Modern Rural Private Retreat Cottage ## About the area ![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-44.97911%2C168.76541&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EVLNTDTM1PKbeVZTPREFVIX_05E=) Queenstown, Otago #### What's nearby - Queenstown Event Centre - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles - Onsen Hot Pools - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles - Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles - Queenstown Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles - Skyline Queenstown - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles #### Getting around - Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Airspresso - ‬8 min drive - ‪11th Avenue by Frank’s - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Meat Preachers - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cafe Society - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ayrshire Cottage - luxury modern rural private retreat located? > Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Crown Range, Queenstown Event Centre and Alpine Aqualand. Amisfield Winery and Amisfield are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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