Vacation rentals in Kawarau Gorge

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Cottage in Gibbston

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Heart of Gold in Gibbston Valley

Original Historic Goldminers Stone Cottage located on the Gibbston River, bike and walking trail with easy access to local wineries. Featured in the latest edition of the NZ Lonely Planet guide - This award winning beautifully restored original Goldminers cottage dates back to 1874. Set in the heart of Gibbston Valley with 360 degree views of the Nevis Bluff, Mt Rosa and Waitiri station the cottage provides a peaceful and relaxing base to explore the surrounding area. The cottage interior is an open plan studio layout with a cosy sitting area at one end with a partly screened bedrrom area at the other end, with an adjacent separate bathroom. The bathroom is spacious with separate shower and bath. The bedroom area features a queen bed and you walk through to the lounge, dining and kitchenette area. The kitchen features a stove top and microwave combo oven. Fridge, kettle and toaster. The cottage is great for 2 guests, but can sleep 2 additional guests on the sofa bed in the sitting area, as this converts to a double bed and full linen is supplied. Cuddle up in front of the warm cosy fire, relax and unwind. Walking distance to 3 local wineries and walking trails to Nevis Bluff, Mt Rosa and Coal Pit Road. Situated directly on the new Gibbston River Trail you can bike to the Gibbston Tavern, Peregrine Winery, Gibbston Valley winery and AJ Hacket Bungy bridge. Then continue directly onto the Queenstown Trails to Arrowtown and Queenstown from the door. Easy access to the Gibbston Valley station new Rabbit Ridge bike trails recently opened. Gibbston is 10 minutes drive to Arrowtown and 20 minutes to Queenstown Airport. Cromwell and Bannockburn are 20mins drive. Wanaka is 40mins either via the Crown Range or by going through Cromwell. The cottage is easy access to all activities in and around Queenstown and very handy to the many ski fields in both Queenstown and Wanaka in the winter. Set in its own garden on our 6 acre property where we built a Strawbale house you are welcome to visit the horses, collect eggs from our chickens and pat our sheep. Help yourself to our seasonal produce from the garden. Bikes are available for use to explore the trails Firewood is supplied Outdoor furniture and a BBQ are provided for outdoor living *Linen supplied and included with rental. *Visitors to clean-up and leave the property as found.

May 12 – 19

$200 CAD per night
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Cottage in Bannockburn

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Orchard House: An Oasis in the Heart of the Desert

The Orchard House is a modern, two bedroom cottage nestled in a private garden orchard with mature cherry, plum, peach, nectarine, apple and almond trees. Spectacular blossoms abound in spring, an abundance of fruit in summer, turning gold in autumn in homage to the 19th century mining past of this enchanting Central Otago enclave. Located in Bannockburn, a rich wine growing region with some of NZ's premier vineyards. 45 minutes to Queenstown or Wanaka and on the doorstep of historic Cromwell.

May 27 – Jun. 3

$190 CAD per night
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Loft in Cromwell

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Modern Stay in Cromwell - self check in

We recently built this 1 bedroom apartment above our garage. You will have the place completely to yourself, including a separate lounge area and bathroom. Both the lounge and bedroom have a heat pump to keep you cozy in Winter and cool in Summer. Unlimited Wifi is also included. This is a great location, only a 20min walk into town via greenway. Please note the stairs are located in the garage and are a bit steep. We will not use the garage while you are staying with us for complete privacy.

Jun. 1 – 8

$116 CAD per night

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Stay near Kawarau Gorge's top sights

Goldfields Mining Centre15 locals recommend
Nevis Bungy & Swing Gondola3 locals recommend
Oxbow Adventure Co3 locals recommend
Goldfields Jet3 locals recommend
Terra Sancta4 locals recommend
Felton Road Wines3 locals recommend

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 600 reviews

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Mar. 9 – 16

$195 CAD per night
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

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$244 CAD per night
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 637 reviews

Warm, Cosy, Self-contained Cottage

Jul. 5 – 12

$141 CAD per night
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Guesthouse in Lake Hayes

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Speargrass Cottage with panoramic mountain views

Sep. 4 – 11

$140 CAD per night
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Guest suite in Lakes District

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 352 reviews

Shotover River and Vines, guest suite, Queenstown

Apr. 8 – 15

$157 CAD per night
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Apartment in Arrowtown

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 335 reviews

Goldpanners Arrowtown Retreat

Oct. 11 – 18

$167 CAD per night
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Earth homes in Earnscleugh

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Thyme Lane Heritage Cottage

Oct. 4 – 11

$141 CAD per night
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Treehouse in Mount Creighton

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Unique eco 1 bed treehouse in the native forest!

Jun. 3 – 10

$184 CAD per night
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Guest suite in Gibbston

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Wow mountain views above the wineries of Gibbston.

Apr. 18 – 25

$317 CAD per night
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Guest suite in Mount Pisa

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Head of the Lake B & B - One or Two Bedroom Unit

May 30 – Jun. 6

$165 CAD per night

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