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Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo | Semi-Rural Villa above the Shotover River with Coronet Peak Views & Cosy Outdoor Fireplace

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Lower Shotover, Otago
  • Place, Queenstown Event Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Alpine Aqualand
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankton Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lower Shotover

This villa places you within a few miles (5 km) of Queenstown Event Centre and Alpine Aqualand. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Queenstown Event Centre - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Alpine Aqualand - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Frankton Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Amisfield Winery - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Remarkables Park Town Centre - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Buzzstop Honey Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hayes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Airspresso - ‬6 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.

Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo | Semi-Rural Villa above the Shotover River with Coronet Peak Views & Cosy Outdoor Fireplace

This four bedroom, three bathroom villa can accommodate a total of 10 guests and offers an inviting living area with a large open fireplace, and a light and luxurious kitchen and dining area. Flowing on from the other side of the cosy snug lounge is the hallway leading to the three internal bedrooms - one en suite, and the other two share a bathroom.

We kindly ask that you read through the Additional House Rules section prior to confirming a booking and contact us if you have any questions.

Alpine Retreat has a wonderful set up for families and friends alike. With three bedrooms situated in the main house and an extra studio housing the fourth. There is plenty of space to relax.
The spacious dining and living area gives way to an open kitchen, which means that entertaining is a pleasure at Alpine Retreat.

Three large bathrooms ensure that there is no squabbling come the morning for shower time.

You will enjoy sparse lawns and a top class outside dining area. Equiped with a BBQ, outdoor fire and comfortable lawn furniture and outdoor dining area, the garden is perfect to enjoy the long Otago summers, with a stunning mountain top backdrop.

This property will be hired on an exclusive basis, guests will enjoy the entire house and grounds all to themselves.

Alpine Retreat is a self check-in villa, where instructions will be sent prior to your arrival. However, our on-call concierge team are always reachable if needed.

Semi Rural. Alpine Retreat enjoys the quiet and space of the countryside, whilst being handily located just minutes from restaurants, supermarkets and retail centres.

Ample parking onsite.
All children and infants are included in the total guest count - maximum number of guests should not exceed that specified on this listing, including all infants. Any bookings made exceeding the maximum number of guests will be cancelled.

A refundable security deposit will be charged to your card prior to your check in. This is a MajorDomo requirement of booking. The deposit value is usually equivalant to the cost of 1 night - we will advise you of the exact figure in your confirmation email.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with satellite channels. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

All children and infants are included in the total guest count - maximum number of guests should not exceed that specified on this listing, including

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 25

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
445132
Semi Rural Mountain Views Close to Shops Lower Shotover
Semi Rural Mountain Views Close to Shops Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this villa?

This villa is located in Lower Shotover, close to Remarkables Park Town Centre, Onsen Hot Pools, and Millbrook Resort Golf Course. You'll also find Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown Event Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway?

No, there isn't parking available at the villa.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

Is Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside villa include a fireplace and a kitchen along with an outdoor fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway?

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

Does this villa offer breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is 3.3 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway?

Yes, every villa at Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo - Spacious Hideaway comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo | Semi-Rural Villa above the Shotover River with Coronet Peak Views & Cosy Outdoor Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

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

Perfection

The setting is amazing and the house itself beautiful, practical, stylish. We had 10 people in our group and there was plenty of room. We were always warm, the beds were super comfy, and towels and toiletries were excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Stunning House

Amazing house, great views. Well kitted out. Sleep out is great. Very big off street parking. Awesome big open inside fire and outdoor fire.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Magical!

Such a lovely place for our three generations of family to stay. Serene and quiet with incredible views. A bonus were the children’s books and Legos That were available for our 4 y/o grandson. Plenty of room to play or simply just relax. Situated very close to shopping. Major Domo (Poppy in particular) was wonderful to work with. We definitely will book here for our next vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022