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The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cromwell, Otago
  • Place, Cromwell Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt Difficulty Wines
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Cromwell Town
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cromwell

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Mt Difficulty Wines and Cromwell Shopping Centre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Cromwell Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mt Difficulty Wines - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Dunstan - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cromwell Golf Course - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Old Cromwell Town - 8 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sanga's Pies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Stoaker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panners Bar & Kitchen - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Bannockburn Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cromwell Old Town Seed & Grain Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!

Welcome to The Ironbound Family Retreat, a cozy and pet-friendly family home located in Cromwell.

Perfectly suited for families and groups, this one-story red brick house offers a spacious, fully fenced garden, making it an ideal space for children and pets to play safely.

Beyond the home, the location is unbeatable for those keen to explore Lake Dunstan, indulge in world-renowned Central Otago wineries, or discover the natural beauty of the area.

The house offers three bedrooms and an additional “secret” sleepout tucked behind the garage, accessed through enchanting iron double doors—sure to be a hit with the kids!

This property features 2 double beds and 5 single beds across four rooms, offering comfortable accommodation for larger families or groups of friends. A functional bathroom with an additional separate toilet makes shared living convenient.

As soon as you arrive, you’ll notice the funky, rustic iron gate, adding a unique charm to the property. The garden area is fully-fenced so Kids and Pets can play outside, safely.

Guests can access the entire property.

We live off-site. Please communicate with us over the phone or through the app.
(Please note that this is a homestay, and the owners use the property from time to time. Some cupboards and storage areas are reserved for the owners’ personal belongings. Please ensure you are comfortable with this arrangement before making a booking)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

(Please note that this is a homestay, and the owners use the property from time to time. Some cupboards and storage areas are reserved for the owners’

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

487203

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Cromwell is within a 10-minute walk of Cromwell Shopping Centre and Mt Difficulty Wines. You'll also find Wooing Tree Vineyard and Quartz Reef Winery less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wānaka Airport (WKA), which is 27.3 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is around 22 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly!?

Yes, every house at The Iron Gate - Best Value and Pet Friendly! comes with a balcony.

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