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Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise

AMBERLEY RETREAT PROPERTY SUMMARY:
Nestled in the mountains on lower Shotover River, Amberley Retreat is a modern-day slice of alpine paradise. The contemporary home has been carefully crafted to maximise light, space and comfort, and with a single level layout, it really is perfect for the whole family. Vacation heaven starts here.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS:
Furnished to holiday stay perfection with a focus on clean, contemporary lines and colour without compromising on ease and comfort, walking into Amberley is a breath of fresh air. The single-storey design means accessibility is easy for the whole family, with no stairs to worry about.

The open plan kitchen and living area is one of the highlights of this home. The layout amplifies the available space and is perfect for socialising with the whole family. Bathed in light and warmth, one can even relax in the afternoon after a busy morning exploring Queenstown by lounging with a book in the bay window. The lounge is furnished with a large flat screen television and there is unlimited WIFI throughout.

It would be doing a disservice to Amberley to not mention the incredible outdoor space, fit with a BBQ and outdoor furniture. Dining alfresco in the courtyard and gazing across to Coronet Peak is the perfect night in. With a vast backyard garden, there is truly something for everyone.

Parking isn’t an issue either, with one garage space plus room for two vehicles off-street. There is also a generous laundry and utilities room – perfect for cleaning off after a long day hiking or on the slopes.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:
The three bedrooms are all comfortably and beautifully furnished. There is a separate bathroom and toilet. The master bedroom has an ensuite and opens onto a private courtyard.
Master Bedroom: 1 Queen
Bedroom 2: 2 Singles
Bedroom 3: 2 Singles

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
- Spa hire available (ask the Goodstays Reservations Team)
- Unlimited WIFI
- BBQ
- Bay window
- Garage
- Off-street parking

RATES:
- Rates are a guide only & subject to change
- Special events and Christmas/New Year’s tariff subject to increased nightly rates and minimum stay
- Public holiday surcharge of applies to all reservations departing on a public holiday
- Additional fees include pre-arrival inspection, house linens, towels and standard departure clean
- Please note that stays of 7+ nights may require mid-stay clean/linen change where additional charges may apply
- Prices are for up to 6 people. Additional beds & linen maybe available upon request – ask reservations
- Minimum age requirement 25 years or older for the leading group member (photo ID required)
- Bond $500

A copy of the guest’s photo ID (Drivers’ Licence and/or Passport) is required upon finalising of the booking.

PRIVACY ACT:
The information requested from the guest is to enable Goodstays Ltd to assess the guest’s request to rent the property. The guest does not have to supply this information, but if the guest does not, then Goodstays is unable to rent the property out. The guest acknowledges that Goodstays will collect, hold and use the guest’s personal information for purposes related to the renting of the property and the provision of related customer services, including direct marketing and assessing customer satisfaction with products and services provided by Goodstays. The guest further acknowledges that such personal information may be disclosed to debt collection agencies, insurance companies and/or law enforcement agencies in the possible event of non-payment, damage or theft to the property; and the guest hereby authorises the disclosure of their personal information for such purposes.

You will have access to the entire home.

The Goodstays’ Guest Services department is available via phone or email throughout your stay, 8am - 10pm, 7 days a week, with a 24-hour emergency line.

Amberley Retreat provides the peace and tranquillity of a rural setting that's also close to ski fields, attractions such as Gibbston Valley (home of bungy) and Arrowtown, shopping and Queenstown's airport.

There is off street parking at the property plus Uber, taxi and bus options in and around Queenstown.
House Rules & Rates:
- For reservations that are outside of 14 days to arrival will only require a 25% non-refundable deposit. The balance is then due 14 days prior to arrival.
- Please note our terms and conditions and is also available to view through our website
- Minimum age requirement 25 years or older for the leading group member.
- Additional fees include pre-arrival inspection, house linens, towels and standard departure clean
- Prices are for up to the maximum number of guests the property can accommodate. Additional beds & linen maybe available upon request.
- As agreed with the Queenstown Council, the following rules apply: No amplified sound/music is to be played from the outdoor living areas between the hours of 8pm – 8am.
- Please reach out should you have any questions and please be advised that the Guest Information will also be also be displayed at the property for reference.

Property manager

Goodstays Queenstown

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

92364

About the area

Map
Queenstown, Otago

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Event Centre - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Queenstown Gardens - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Queenstown Mall - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 18 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coronet Peak - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Airspresso Airport Cafe Queenstown - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manaia Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pedro's House of Lamb - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Frankton Beach. Queenstown Event Centre and Alpine Aqualand are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Amberley Retreat | Tranquil retreat | Mountain views | Alpine Paradise Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Fabulous retreat
Beautiful views, lovely accommodation and suited our party very well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil K.

Great location
Clean and spacious property in great peaceful location overlooking the Shotover river. Would recommend to larger family and hope to come back one day soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Dunedin

Relaxing break with the family!
We had a peaceful relaxing vacation in this fabulous house with a magnificent view! Didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene T.

Fell in Love!
This beautiful home has stunning views. Also, the floor plan is perfect for family and friends’ sleeping arrangements. Beautiful property inside and out.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Bree C.

Amazing view
Fantastic place to stay with family. Lovely and warm through winter. Goodstay looks after the property and the only thing I found off putting was the rubbish collection instructions. $25 per bag is pretty steep if you go over your allocated number of rubbish bags.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee C.

Wonderful place with outstanding views
We loved our stay at the Amberly retreat. The house is very comfortable and the views from the living and dining areas and the garden are sublime. The kitchen is very well equipped and it was nice that there were some basics in the pantry like oil, vinegar, tea etc. We were skiing and the fields are all in reasonable distance. The beds were super comfy and we slept really well. We could've stayed much longer and would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Great time at Amberley
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely sunny home with superb outlook over the Shotover to the hills and mountains to the north. Had everything we needed, was spacious clean and warm. Would come back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing Amberley
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful home with everything you could possibly need and more. Very warm and cosy, beautiful views of the Shotover and Coronet. Stay up late to see endless shooting stars. Tranquil, safe yard for kids with sheep, llama/alpaca and golden retrievers keeping the kids amused. Layout of the house allowed for room to move and privacy with good separation for two small families traveling together. Communication with Goodstays was really good. Definitely would choose this home next time we are back in Queenstown.
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10/10 Excellent

Roger W., Evanston, IL

February Stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property was as described. Beautiful view. Excellent amenities. Clean. We used the house as our base for many outdoor activities in the Queenstown area. Wine tasting, excellent restaurants, whitewater rafting, jet boating, hiking. Barbecue also provided opportunity to cook good meals at home. Grocery stores conveniently located nearby. Only suggestion: leave instruction manuals for us foreigners to figure out how to work the NZ appliances!

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD M.

Fantastic View And Home
I toyed with finding a place closer to town but I was glad to have settled with the Amberley home. The single story home is well laid out with the guest bedrooms away from the master so no interaction. The kitchen, dining area and living room all have fabulous views. The kitchen is well equipped so any type cooking is possible and everything was sparkling clean. The washer and dryer came in super handy as we normally travel light with only one carry on luggage. A short five minute drive and there is a nice shopping complex with two markets, lots of restaurants and various retail shops. A minute further is an indoor electric go kart complex for super thrills. The airport is next door so easy in and out. Downtown is 13-15 minutes away depending on traffic and here again glad to have stayed away from all the walking tourists and traffic. The neighborhood is upscale with similar custom homes so the area is super safe. All in all an impressive home that we would not have any hesitation to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ngoc

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

Great house
Excellent house for us (6 adults) for a long weekend stay. Quiet, clean, great kitchen and lounge setup, beautiful views across to Coronet Peak. Would definitely recommend this place, and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amelia P.

Great view
Very easy and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Walter C., Canada

Perfect Location
If you’re looking for a quiet scenic getaway, this is the place.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Awesome Queenstown Option
Great alternative to central Queenstown. Awesome property for 6 people. Very quiet location with fantastic views
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Great location with awesome views and plenty of outside lawn area. The house was perfect inside too.
Was perfect for us not wanting to be in the hub of Queenstown , yet only a short drive away. Close to airport and new shopping centres that have everything, but it feels far away from all Being on the hillside with acreage viewing Coronet Peak and the Shotover River was amazing. The house is modern , well equipped and spacious too. Good temperature inside with the preset underfloor heating . Used the gas fireplace as well in lounge on a couple of colder evenings . Will be back for more
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bernard R.

Superb
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Amberley. The property is perfectly suited to a family and met or exceeded out expectations in every way
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme C. C.

Lovely relaxing location.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Warm house, very nice for a family. Picturesque location.
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10/10 Excellent

KERRY C.

Gorgeous views
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the Amberley retreat. The house is beautiful and the views are fantastic. The house is very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed being outside of the city but also not far away. It was perfect for our family of 6. We also found Goodstays very pleasant to work with.
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2/10 Terrible

Rick C.

Not a good system
Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was unable to stay due to ill health. I was unable to cancel and paid the full amount. The bond was refunded but not the incidental charges like linen which would not have been used as we never went there I would never be using a system that takes the full amount as a deposit ever again. Its dumb frankly. Theres better systems out there and you should try and rethink your policy.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Home away from home quiet and secluded just what we wanted would do it again...
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8/10 Good

Samuel K.

Beautiful house; shame about management
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful property with excellent views, the management at Goodstays let the team though. The good: - Great views of Shotover River and Coronet Peak - Remote-feeling location but only 5 mins from Frankton and 10 mins from Queenstown - Well-designed quite modern house - Spacious, great for families - Good dishwasher and laundry facilities - Great kitchen which was well stocked for cooking - Sky TV, with some kids toys, kids DVDs and books/magazines The bad: - We ran out of hot water on the last night of our stay. Called the property manager who was not very pleasant and quite rude, and told me "this is all in your compendium" (which it isn't, there is nothing in the compendium about hot water!). Told me on 1st call that it was gas hot water on bottles, and I needed to change to the 2nd bottle. Called him back as unable to rectify, he told me he wasn't sending anyone out, and to pour some "hot water" on the tap valve to help open it. When this didn't work and I realised both gas bottles were completely empty, I tried to call back, the phone had been put off the hook (unable to get through) so called the emergency assistance number (which was the same person!) - he was quite rude and said he had "already spoken to me twice about this tonight" and why was I ringing. I explained both gas bottles were empty, it was clear no-one had checked them recently, so he told me to hook up the gas bottle from the BBQ, which also ran out promptly within 3 minutes of hot water! No follow-up call at all, lucky it was our last night as no hot water in Queenstown in winter is not fun! - Also Goodstays in general seemed a bit over the top. Only allowed to fill two garbage bags for our 7-night stay in a family 3 bedroom house, otherwise charged extra fees! Also asked for late check-out, informed we could check out 2 hours later for $80 + GST!! I've never come across such treatment for guests, particularly when paying this much per night.
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10/10 Excellent

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Amberley
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really excellent House great, in a beautiful location Very well set up and managed Would definitely use again
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary K.

Beautiful stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time
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10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Stunning Comfort
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived to a warm, clean house with all the amenities you could need. The fireplace is gorgeous on a cold Queenstown night. The beds are comfortable and warm, the linen is very clean. The kitchen has all the appliances and utencils you need The games cupboard is a huge bonus and the children love it. The best part for sure, is the amazing views of the Shotover River and Coronet Peak. I definately recommend this property.