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Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Kingston, Kingston
  • Kingston Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Skyline Queenstown
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • The Remarkables Ski Area
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view

Beautiful and tranquil Kingston is the perfect place for quality relaxation yet so central to the action and vibe of Queenstown.

This North facing cottage catches the sun and offers a beautiful and quaint place to base your Queenstown Lakes adventures or an excellent place to just rest and relax.

One of Kingston’s very first homesteads, this property is really unique. It is Kingston's only true lakefront residence (no roads to cross to access the beach/lake), is sheltered from the Northerly winds and has a small stream flowing through the garden to the lake. With 2 large comfortable beds providing a great sleep for up to 4 guests, the property is thoughtfully furnished and appointed while retaining the unique and rustic charm that really sets it apart from other accommodation options.

Enjoy the silence and stunning mountain and water views from the deck. Enjoy a wine and a good conversation with the doors opened to the garden or if the weathers bad perhaps watch some big screen TV in front of the wood fire.

Take a stroll along the waterfront to our local ‘Flyer’ Cafe/ Pub for a drink, a bite to eat or a takeaway pizza to take back and enjoy in front of the fire.

Great location for summer AND winter with only a 30 minute easy drive to Frankton/Queenstown and just 20-25 minutes to the Remarkables Ski Area access road.

MINIMUM BOOKING = 3 Nights (or equivalent $ for shorter stays)

Some Special conditions:
SMOKING IS ALLOWED outside only.
No tents/campervans or outdoor living on the property.
Outdoor fireplace is not available for guest use. Official fire bans are frequently in force in the area.

Extras: Linen (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay);

NOTE: 1) Under Kiwi crib tradition guests are expected to clean and tidy the house and do the dishes, leaving the property in the same condition as when they checked in.
NOTE: 2) For damages or theft - a small refundable damage protection bond is applicable

Property manager

haggis1
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sleeping ONLY permitted in bedrooms and 2 beds
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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
Smoking permitted outside only
* No camping, campervans or erecting of tents in the grounds
* No loud music after 10PM
* Bedroom sleeping ONLY. Use of lounge, couches and/or cushions, mats etc strictly 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kingston

Located in Kingston, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Kingston Golf Club and The Remarkables Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hope. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting, mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Map
Kingston, Kingston

What's nearby

  • Kingston Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 36 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Queenstown Gardens - 36 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 37 min drive - 47.6 km
  • The Remarkables Ski Area - 52 min drive - 50.5 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kingston Flyer Cafe and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kingston Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kingston Cafe & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Start - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kingston Tavern - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakefront Cottage Retreat with large sheltered garden and stunning view located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Wakatipu, Kingston Library and Kingston Golf Club. Jacks Point Golf Course and Lake Tewa are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Kingston stay
Loved this cottage and the town of Kingston. Perfect starting point for our day trips. Cottage was so clean, comfortable and well stocked. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
A lovely place to stay, so cosy and warm with the wood fire. On a sunny day with the bi folds open and the views, beautiful. Everything you need, a home away from home. Highly recommended. Oh, and the beds are very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Our favorite stay in New Zealand. The cottage was fabulous, clean and a beautiful place to relax. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Bach
The stay was amazing. Great location and house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot!
This was a perfect quiet spot to get over jet lag! Had everything we needed and more! Very quaint and cosy. Mark was super helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home with character in serene location
Great home - so much character, has its own charm :) bit out of town but a great place for down time. Had everything we needed. Sadly didnt catch any fish from the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
This was our second stay and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Great location and property. Thoughfully decorated cottage had everything we needed. Just a few steps to the beautiful lake and away from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown. Thanks for having us again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage
A credit to the owners of this beautiful, well presented, clean little cottage. As soon as we walked in we felt welcomed with warmth and the feel of a much loved home. It had all the amenities we needed for our stay. We adored the quirkyness and homely feel and felt totally relaxed. we loved looking at all the memorabilia that was on display. Thank you Mark for letting us stay and would love to come back oneday and stay in your little gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
I loved staying here. Peaceful, calm, beautiful and amazing location. Thanks :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charnell Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home
It was an absolute great stay, the host was also very nice, communicated really professionally when there was any issues, he also put a fire on for us upon our arrival which was very nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way!
We wanted a relaxing place near busy Queenstown to check out this area. Kingston was a perfect location on the lakeside. The home was well equipped, plenty of wood for the fire on the colder nights, comfortable bed, super hot shower. From the moment we walked in we felt at home, the decor was just lovely and welcoming. Having visited a cousin and school friend in Scotland recently it was also welcoming to see the Scottish flag... The garden was beautiful and led down to the water and along a park which was great to walk in the evenings. Would recommend to any visitors to this beautiful area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet location.
We loved this property! So unique and comfortable with a lovely view. We especially enjoyed the wood burner as it was a bit chilly at night. Wish we had been able to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Kingston cabin
This cabin is beautifully decorated and has everything we needed for a 3-night stay in Kingston. It’s the perfect location for a quieter escape from Queenstown, while still within close proximity to everything the city has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Break
A delightful cottage, very sheltered and lovely outlook. Also close to the cycle trails for "around the mountains "and some attractive walks. We really enjoyed our stay thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

emily c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy holiday house
It’s really nice to stay for our skiing trip, it’s lake front, and have a nice garden for keep our privacy. Warm and clean,quiet town, away from the city. It takes about 25 minutes to drive to remarkebal. Also have fire place, very warm. The shower it’s very good, the beds are comfortable. All good.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo C., Rotorua

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kingston
Perfect location, cosy home with great facilities. Communication was clear & easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely retreat with comfort and privacy
Perfect little bach extremely well maintained and understandably cherished by the owners. Comfy and warm beds, easy access to the lake for a swim or a walk. A bit of a drive to Queestown and other activities available in the region but the drive is so beautiful and it feels good retreating from the crowd !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ange G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house
We had a lovely stay in Kingston. The accommodation was clean and wonderfully well presented in a great private setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

david n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Charming and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Damelza L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kingston
Cute little cottage with refurbished front lounge area and aluminium glazing, very clean and fire heated the place quickly. Nice deck and outside area, nicely decorated interior
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
Such a beautiful cottage, tastefully designed, in an idyllic location. Enjoyed our stay immensely. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey
We had a very pleasant stay, the place was clean cosy with a beautiful view of the lake and Mountains.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage!
We loved staying at this cottage by the lake. It was quiet, private, had a lovely garden, log burner, and everything we needed. We appreciated the detailed instructions provided and that everything worked as explained in the instructions!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Minda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Bach
Super place. V low key and laid back . A well cared for Bach in a stunning location with lovely surrounding gardens sheltering the wildness of wakatipu winds
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cozy house in cool location on lakeside
What a great place. Historic old cottage with views of the lake and short walk to it. The house has been beautifully decorated to maintain the historic character but also provide real comfort. It has everything you need.We loved the quite location away from Queenstown. There are also a small store and pub/restaurant nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by haggis1

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Why they chose this property

We live in this property part time throughout every month of the year ourselves, so it is not a 'holiday home'.

Million dollar views every day and in all weathers. It's location is so close to the world famous, ever growing and bustling Queenstown but this property and Kingston offers a real sense of beauty, space, privacy, tranquility and a 'community' that cares.

What makes this property unique

Characterful historic cottage improved by previous owners who were interior designers. A beautiful balance of enough technology and 'comforts of home', with enough rustic romance to make every stay memorable.
- Free Wifi
- Large Sheltered Garden
- The only true waterfront residence in Kingston (no roads to
cross to get to the beach/lake)
- Garden Stream

Languages:

English

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