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Cardrona Mountain House

4.0 star property
Riverwalk vacation home with a full-service spa and a restaurant

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A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Cardrona Mountain House. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding at this vacation home. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hot tub and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Spa
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cardrona Mountain House

Riverwalk vacation home with a full-service spa and a restaurant
This vacation home features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a computer station, and wedding services. The vacation home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches like a private hot tub and a fireplace. Housekeeping is not available.
Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers.

Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the vacation home's full-service spa.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski equipment rentals nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Game viewing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 not indicated whether 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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Cardrona Mountain House
Cardrona Mountain
Cardrona Mountain House Cardrona
Cardrona Mountain House Private vacation home
Cardrona Mountain House Private vacation home Cardrona

About the neighborhood

Map
2327 Cardrona Valley Road, Cardrona, 9381

What's nearby

  • Cardrona Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cardrona Alpine Resort - 16 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Valley View Quad Chair - 17 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Snowfarm NZ - 18 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Wānaka Lavender Farm - 22 min drive - 21.3 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cardrona Valley General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • Captain's Run Cafe - Cardrona
  • ‪Mezz Cafe Cardrona - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar & Café - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardrona Mountain House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cardrona Mountain House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Cardrona Mountain House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Cardrona Mountain House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Cardrona Mountain House located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this spa vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Cardrona Distillery and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cardrona Alpine Resort and Valley View Quad Chair. Whitestar Express Quad Chair and Crown Range Summit are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Cardrona Mountain House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Aileen, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Shabby, Run-down; Value: Expensive for what u get; Cleanliness: Filthy, Smelly, Grubby; Extremely disappointed all round. Difference between retro and filty. Was given excuse of temporary cleaner but other reviews suggest this is the norm

4/10 Poor

Sebastian, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Shabby; Value: Over-priced; Service: Inferior, Bad; Cleanliness: Dirty, Lacking; This place is NOT associated with the Cardrona Hotel across the road despite the implication made by the photo.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, New Zealand - Queenstown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Great deal; Service: Friendly; A treat to have sky t.v! Great living area for friends or a group to stay but it was a great value for just the two of us. Fab location. would return.

8/10 Good

Nicola, New Zealand - Auckland

Facilities: Everyday, From the 70's; Value: your own section; Service: like a bach; Cleanliness: Tired;

8/10 Good

Olivia

Facilities: Unpretentious, retro; Value: Affordable, Inexpensive; Cleanliness: Tidy, Clean, Neat;

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile;

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile, Friendly and flexible. ; It's great being nearby to the historic Cardrona Hotel, yet still having privacy.

10/10 Excellent

Karl, New Zealand - Southland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Beautiful; five minutes away from Cardrona Ski field, lovely walking tracks near by

10/10 Excellent

cathy, New Zealand - Otago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good, kiwi batch ; Value: Bargain, was on special offer; Service: Good, Friendly, easy by phone; happy to help us out when plans changed. prompt response by text or phone to queries

8/10 Good

Leonard, New Zealand - Southland

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Affordable; Service: Basic; Cleanliness: Clean; ration your firewood.

8/10 Good

John, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Basic; Value: Fair price; Service: Good; Cleanliness: Tidy, Clean;

8/10 Good

Hennie, New Zealand - Southland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Economical; Service: Sufficient; Cleanliness: Faultless; great restaurant nearby peacefull

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn, New Zealand - Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Great for a family; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Lovely;

4/10 Poor

Brian, New Zealand - Auckland

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired, Old; Service: Bad; Cleanliness: Filthy, Smelly, Grubby;

10/10 Excellent

Bridget, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The community welcomed us. We heard no traffic. A private setting close to company when we wanted it.

10/10 Excellent

Dave, New Zealand - Otago

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: A steal; Service: Below average; Cleanliness: Spotless; Hot tub temp could be turned up some. Did not get much warmer than a bath

10/10 Excellent

Colin, New Zealand - Waikato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Bargain; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Excellent

Karen, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Service: Courteous;

10/10 Excellent

Harriet, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Great deal; This House is wonderful location and ambience for a weekend up Cardrona

10/10 Excellent

Les, New Zealand - Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Great deal; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Pristine; Self help breakfasts had plenty of choices.

8/10 Good

Philip, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Moderate; Service: Friendly, Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant; Vist caldron a pub for a meal

8/10 Good

Ellen, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Above average; Value: Affordable; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant;

6/10 Okay

Antony, New Zealand - Christchurch

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Fair, Breakfast; Value: Average price; Service: Bad, Indifferent absentee host; Note to owner: If you want to go on holiday, don't be greedy and take bookings if you can't guarantee the level of service you offered.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia, New Zealand - Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Affordable; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Immaculate;
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