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Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa

Apartment perfectly located for exploring Queenstown City Centre

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Queenstown, Otago
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Queenstown
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre stay.A stay at this Queenstown City Centre apartment places you steps from St Josephs Parish and within a 5-minute walk of Queenstown Mall. Cookie Time Cookie Bar and Church of St Peters are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queenstown Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kiwi Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪“Life’s a Grind” Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finz - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa

Discover a truly unique Queenstown experience at the Historic Stone House, one of the region's most treasured heritage properties. Originally built in 1874 for Queenstown's Mayor, Thomas Betts, this beautifully restored apartment combines timeless character with modern comfort in an unbeatable location.

Perfectly positioned on Queenstown Hill, this charming one-bedroom retreat is just a short walk from the heart of Queenstown, placing world-class restaurants, vibrant bars, boutique shopping, and renowned adventure activities right at your doorstep.

Designed for comfort and convenience, the apartment features a spacious open-plan living area, a fully equipped kitchen, a luxurious super king bedroom, and a sofa bed suitable for additional guests. Step outside to your private patio and enjoy peaceful mountain views towards the Skyline Gondola, or unwind in the shared outdoor spa after a day exploring the region.

Whether you're visiting for a romantic getaway, a family holiday, or an alpine adventure, the Historic Stone House offers the perfect blend of heritage charm, modern amenities, and exceptional location for an unforgettable Queenstown stay

General
- Self-contained cottage located a 3 min walk to town
- Fully equipped kitchen with fridge and oven
- Wifi included

Living Spaces
- Separate bedroom with super king bed (that can be split into singles on request)
- Separate lounge with flatscreen TV with free to air channels
- Sofa futon bed (ideal to sleep 1 adult or 2 children)
- Mountain views towards Skyline Gondola
- Small patio with table
- Full laundry with washer and dryer (shared with main house)
- Outdoor spa (shared with main house)
- No carpark provided but please check availability with us

Points of Interest
- Skyline Gondola & luge, 1km - 14 min walk
- TSS Earnslaw Steam Boat, 800m - 12 min walk
- Freshchoice Supermarket, 800m - 12 minute walk
- Caltex Service Station, 850m, 12 minute walk
- Cookie time, 400km - 8 minute walk
- Queenstown Gardens, 800m - 12 minute walk
- Downtown Queenstown - adventure activities, restaurants, bars, shops, 650m 10 minutes walk or a 2 min drive

Airport Access
- Queenstown Airport, 7.4km - 11 minute drive

Public Transport
- Local bus, 850m - 10 minute walk
- Ski Shuttle 900m - 10 minute walk (Duke St) or 350m - 4 minute walk (Creekside Holiday Park)

*Managed by Divine Property, Queenstown

There is a lockbox onsite and you will receive the code 3 days prior to your arrival.

This property is managed by Divine Property Management and we are available on call between 8am and 9pm during your stay for any issues. Otherwise you will be given complete privacy during your stay.

The Historic Stonehouse is located is a residential area a stones throw from downtown. Walk to all the local attractions that Queenstown has to offer - restaurants, bars, and tourism activities and transport.

There is on street parking only, however the house is very close to downtown so a vehicle is not required to enjoy all that Queenstown has to offer.

Extra Services
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability please inquire 48 hours prior to your arrival.
- Cleaning services are available during your stay for an additional cost. Contact us and we can organize this for you.

House Rules
- No pets
- No Smoking
- No parties or events
- Check in is between 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Check out is 10:00 AM

Note
- Spa is open daily 8:00am until 10:00pm only (council bylaw)
- There is a 4 bedroom house in front of the apartment (lower ground level). If booked, they have shared access to the laundry and spa pool area.
- The spa is checked and serviced after each guest stay
- There are about 20 stairs to access the property
- Carparking is on street - but please check 48 hours prior to your checkin and we will check availability (please note onsite carparking is not guranteed, however there is public on street parking across the road)

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historic Stone Alley With Spa
Historic Stone Cottage Alley Apartment
Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment With spa Apartment
Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment With spa Queenstown
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa to the airport?

This apartment is 4.6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa to the beach?

This apartment is a short 9-minute walk from Queenstown Beach and 4 mi (11-min drive) from Frankton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (7-min walk) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (10-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa to downtown Queenstown?

This apartment is 0.3 mi away from Queenstown.

Historic Stone Cottage - Alley Apartment with Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location! Comfortable apartment. No parking was the only down side :(
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and fast responsive relies by Devine Management. Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suggest the listing notes accessibility points eg. steps to accom plus the steep walk to/from CBD. Was fine for us but may be the difference for others.Would be useful to have stairs lit at nighttime. The outdoor light only lights the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Lovely apartment close to city center

We loved the Alley apartment. It was spacious, light, and clean. The bed is huge and comfortable. While it's not a long walk to the central business district, be aware that it's hilly and there's some road construction that requires detours.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bob S.

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

Enjoyed the Stay

Overall we enjoyed our stay. There were some discrepancies with the listing that the property management team resolved after my follow up. The place was clean and well kept. Only issues were that the street parking was a bit challenging to find and the apartment is behind the main house, which resulted in a couple awkward moments where our gaze met the people staying in the main residence as we walked to the apartment entryway.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria T.

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

Great central location to downtown Queenstown!

If you are looking for a property within walking distance to all your excursions, restaurants and the shops in downtown Queenstown, this is your place. It had everything we needed for our 10 night say. The king size bed was very comfortable and the hotel sheets made it even better. Our unit did not have parking, which due to all the construction in the area was a challenge. Make sure and understand all the street parking restrictions as the do enforce the parking and tickets are issued frequently.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Siobhan K.

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

Good location but missing a few things

Quaint place, good location and views however that’s kind of where it stops. The bed is two singles pushed together so you’ll sink in the middle making it very uncomfortable. The bedding is also very interesting, the doona/duvet is a bare doona/duvet with two sheets either side so not very hygienic as you’ll end up touching the doona/duvet itself. Pillows are terrible and thin and the pillow cases don’t even fit. Kmart is down the road, no idea why you wouldn’t buy a cheap bedding set for the property? The stove top had only one burner working and the hot water for the shower was lukewarm at best. Despite what the listing says, there is no parking for the apartment, street parking is very limited. You have to park at least 5-10 min walk away…and up hill! There are far better places to stay in Queenstown for the same price, we unfortunately won’t be returning to this accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth W.

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

Queenstown Skitown

Fantastic location with everything we needed for a family of four, with two under the age of 7. House was very clean and comfortable. Water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but it did ensure we didn’t run out of hot water. All in all a great place that we’d rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel R.

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

Great wee house

Warm, one bedroom house, very close to everything. The bed is comfortable and huge! Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

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