Tussock Cottage

Great location close to Lake Hayes and Ayrburn. Host meet us on arrival and was very welcoming. Loved our stay:)

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Warm, clean and well appointed in a great location

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Beautiful quiet place right beside Lake Hayes. Two big rooms and a quaint bathroom. Very comfortable.

The bed was a bit soft for my liking but that’s a personal preference.

Location was exceptional looking over the lake and pretty central to both Queenstown and Arrowtown the host were very generous with their time and very informative

Location was great as we were only 10 minutes from queenstown and very close to other scenic areas such as arrowtown and Lake Hayes. Bed was super comfy and the aesthetic and l;ook of the place was super cool and unique.

Beautiful comfy cottage close to everything but quiet and peaceful. Wonderful stay.

Everything was great

Such a lovely cottage and location just outside of the hectic traffic in Queenstown. But close enough to be a part of everything that’s going on there if you have a car.

There is nothing that I didn’t like about this property. The hosts are amazing and the art everywhere is creative and unique.

Great cottage in peaceful location, can see lake at entrance. Lots of interesting arty things both inside & outside. Host helpful on request. Milk in frig. Appreciated. Recommend this cottage if in Queenstown.

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Novel styling that was very well executed, plenty of space, nice and comfortable, and Lee was friendly and helpful. Great access to Lake Hayes, and not far from Arrowtown.

I can't think of much, maybe a couple of doors could have their hinges greased?

Highlights for us were the location, peacefulness, closeness to the lake, relaxing in the garden.

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tussock Cottage- we loved the location and the cottage met all of our expectations- thank you Lee for being such a great host- we will be back ☺️

Beautiful cottage and lovely amenities in a wonderful location!

Cozy, private. Lovely hosts. Wonderful location. Able to walk Lake Hayes from this property. Highly recommend.

Loved everything

This is our second visit to Tussock Cottage and it was every bit as good as the first. Lee and Jaap are excellent hosts. So friendly and helpful. The cottage is well appointed and we wanted for nothing. We will have no hesitation in returning a third time..

There is nothing to dislike

Es ist ein liebevoll eingerichtet Cottage. Ein sehr ruhige Lage. Das Cottage entspricht genau den Bildern die im Internet zu sehen sind. Die Küche ist mit allem ausgestattet was man zum Kochen benötigt. Wir wurden von Lee herzlich begrüßt. Wir würden das Cottage jederzeit wieder buchen.

We picked the perfect place for the end of an amazing trip. The location was beautiful and convenient, the place was extremely comfortable and welcoming, and our hosts were beyond gracious with laundry help and great advice about navigating the area. We took long walks around the lake and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings as well as easy access to Queenstown. We were so grateful to have four nights in this charming spot.

Location, interior, garden

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The place was conveniently close to the cuty but has its own privacy. Clean and cozy vibe

Very cosy and clean. Amazing views of lake Hayes just outside the gates

The bathroom sink is too small. And the hot and cold water taps are completely separate so we had to use the cold water all the time. Would be great if a larger sink can be fitted

Book this cottage for it's complimentary bikes as well as the nearby Queenstown trail. We rode to Ayrburn and it was beautiful. Jaap and Lee were great support when we needed direction. Also enjoyed their art. The room were were designed and lotsa privacy.

There are many utensils that were unused for a long time which may need cleaning such as the hot water flask, but we use the pot to boil water.

Very comfortable

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Eine sehr schöne und liebevoll gestaltete Unterkunft mit sehr netten Gastgebern.

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The cottage is cozy and unique and very comfortable. It’s just up from the lake and only 5 mins drive to Arrowtown. The gardens and surroundings are lovely and it’s very quiet. Plenty of soft and fluffy towels provided along with some home made cookies and milk in the fridge which was a tasty surprise. The hosts live close by but not at all intrusive and welcomed us when we arrived.

Everything was great. There’s no washing machine at the cottage so that’s good to be aware of but was fine for our short stay.

Private and beautifully designed

Absolutely amazing surroundings, wonderful host and beautiful Cottage! My sister and I loved everything.

Great location. Lee and Jaap are excellent, friendly hosts. A short stroll to Lake Hayes where there is a track you can walk round the lake. A short drive to Ayrburn and Arrowtown. We would definitely stay here again.

Fantastic location and well set up for a very comfortable and cosy stay.

All fantastic

Over our ten week trip in New Zealand, this beautiful cottage ticked all our boxes in a way that no other has. From the warm genuine first meeting to the beautiful serene garden setting, it was fabulous. The cottage itself is generous in size, has great ambience and includes many small thoughtful touches.

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Great location right next to Lake Hayes. Complimentary mountain bikes were very much appreciated.

Very private, gorgeous accommodation. Having push bikes was perfect. An art filled area, very close to Ayrburn restaurants. We feel privileged to have met Lee, a very talented Artist, and down to earth lovely person.

Everything was perfect

This is a wonderful place to stay. Avoid the hustle and bustle of Queenstown and stay 7 minutes ours Arrowtown. The hosts are amazing and the bungalow is everything you could ask for.

No complaints at all.

Great location. Close to Arrowtown and Ayrburn. Spacious and comfortable. Our host was very accommodating, friendly and helpful. Lovely view of the lake and a nice walk to the lake. Fresh eggs from host were delicious and our host’s art was beautiful. Our best stay in New Zealand.

The hosts were friendly and made an effort to meet us and make us feel welcome.

We should have reserved for a longer stay!

Beautiful and peaceful. Well kept.

Absolutely everything. From the decor and location to the little extra touches like blooming fresh flowers, milk and cookies and access to Netflix. It’s right near a beautiful lake and the hosts were friendly and helpful. Would 110% recommend to anyone.

Nothing. It was perfect.

Staying at Tussock Cottage was an absolute pleasure. Lee & Jaap were excellent hosts. Lee was there to welcome us and provided excellent recommendations on things to see and do, she even provided us with delicious cookies and fresh eggs too. Lake Hayes and its surrounding walking trails are conveniently located nearby. The cottage itself is exceptionally well-appointed, clean and lacking nothing in terms of amenities. It is quiet, with an extremely comfortable bed. The interior has ample space and is tastefully decorated with bespoke art both inside and outside. The cottage benefits from being away from light pollution, which offers an astounding view of the night sky. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to recommend it to others. We were sorry to leave and we will certainly be returning on our next visit to New Zealand.

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A quirky cosy cottage close to Lake Hayes in a lovely quiet setting. It had a super comfy bed, lots of seating (inside & out) and was full of artwork by Lee the owner.

We loved this property. Quirky and comfortable, in a great location for exploring Arrowtown and Queenstown. The owners were very friendly and helpful with suggestions for sightseeing and activities.

A fabulous time spent at Tussock cottage. It exceeded all our expectations from the idyllic, peaceful setting with lake views, to the very comfortable bed, lovely outdoor area with sunbeds and sunshade, the wonderful artistic touches in the cottage that made it so cosy and inviting. Delicious homemade Anzac biscuits were a lovely gesture and very tasty. Lee was the perfect host and made sure that we had everything we needed. I can’t recommend this property highly enough. It’s just a shame we had to leave!

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A superb stay in every way! My only regret is that we weren't able to stay longer. Tussock cottage is a restful haven filled with gorgeous artwork. Spacious, calming, comfortable and fully equipped. Lee was an incredibly helpful and friendly host. This was by far the best accommodation on our NZ trip. Highly recommend!

What a fantastic cottage this is. Everything was just superb, location couldn't be bettered and the views stunning. Cottage itself was super clean with every amenity.

Had to leave

Jaap was so kind to us and stayed in good communication, available if we needed anything. So cozy, the decor made the resting moments even more delightful. The countryside tranquility and beauty improved our wellbeing on arrival. The Lake Hayes is such a natural beauty. We loved the bike rides. Only a few days away was so refreshing in this spot.

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Our host Lee and jaap were absolutely lovely So .understanding and helpful. The bungalow was so comfortable, cosy nothing to want for it felt like home away from home .

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Incredibly peaceful and comfortable with everything thoughtfully provided, truly enjoyed our stay, and certainly look forward to coming again in this beautiful location.

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Everything! Very special cottage, spacious and well appointed. Friendly hosts.

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Owner left a basket of eggs and biscuits for us. It was really homely and warm after a hard days work. Bed was superbly comfortable.

Despite advertising the price and specifying a portion ($69) as GST on Booking dot com, and despite several requests the owner refused to supply a gst receipt. In the end he simply ignored my requests. If they are not registered for gst, then they should not specify it and should not be charging gst.

Very large bedroom with the best bed ever. We have travelled almost 6 weeks in NZ and this B&B has been the best. Greet bathroom, large sitting room, with T, Netflix, "Hey Google", kitchen facilities, large fridge etc. Beautifully decorated with art. Perfectly situated for Arrowtown and Queenstown.

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Beautiful, spacious cottage with everything we needed. Lee and Jaap were incredibly warm and generous hosts. Perfect spot for exploring surrounding towns, with easy walking access to kayaking and running around Lake Hayes. Loved our stay

Lovely spacious accommodation in a great spot. Home made Biscuits, fruit and eggs were a nice extra from the great hosts, Jaap and Lee

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Fantastic stay in a beautiful location, a superb cottage. Lee and Jaap are wonderful hosts, generous and kind, who notably advised on some breathtaking (two meanings!) hikes. We loved chatting with either/both of them and cannot wait to return.

A beautifully appointed cottage in a stunning location. What a superb alternative to the traffic and busy footpaths of Queenstown. The brand new Ayrburn resort with restaurants and bars, cafes is within walking distance but not close enough to cause any disturbance here. Jaap your host is on hand to offer advice and make sure you have all you need. A fabulous find.

Great location. The owners are lovely and very helpful.

So cute , lots of lovely personal touches and everything you need for comfortable stay Lee is an artist snd has some lovely pieces for sale- bought a wire kiwi! They very kindly lent us kayak so had a very pleasant paddle about on the lake at end of a hot day out snd about

It was all superb

Amazing location, peaceful and tranquil, beautiful property and perfect for a couple. Additionally the property had amazing garden sculptures and features. The Hosts were very lovely and helpful with area knowledge. Highly recommend

The warm welcome and the location and property were stunning. Will be booking again for sure. Thank you for your kind hospitality

Great location as we could easily walk down to the Lake Hayes circuit walk, which was a highlight of our stay - on a beautiful crisp winter morning. A quick drive to get to Arrowtown and also a convenient location for a visit to Queenstown. The cottage was CUTE! It was warm and welcoming and a great place to unwind and relax. I loved the little glass window showing the construction of the tussock cottage. I enjoyed the outdoor chairs for a spot of reading in the afternoon sun, tucked out of the breeze. It's definitely a place to get away from it all.

Nothing of significance. One thing is that the bedroom had a big sofa that took up space, where we could have used a storage space for bags instead. The sofa just became draped with clothes and bags as it was right by the entrance to the cottage. (Some people may like that convenience).

The Host was awesome thanks Lee for being a nice and bubbly host. Cookies are amazing love it very much.

The cottage was much bigger then we exepected! It was beautifully comfortable and well decorated! The attached garden also allowed us to have a great time to lounge in the sun, and play music!

It's further from the city, so would require a car to get to and from Queenstown.

Outstanding Location. Super comfortable. Everything you need.

Absolutely beautiful! Warm, comfortable & private. Lovely hosts very accommodating and make you feel very welcome. Great location as well, in the middle of everything. Also stunning view. Would absolutely recommend Thank you again Lee and Jaap

Such great attention to detail and such a comfortable bed! Jaap was a lovely host 🙂

We attended a wedding at Stoneridge Estate, and Tussock Cottage was the perfect location to stay. A pleasant and comfortable accommodation, with welcoming hosts and delicious plums from the garden. Thank you!

Fantastic location. I loved the quirkiness of the bathroom. Really private and peaceful. Everything we needed for a great break.

Nothing to dislike

Our hosts were outstanding. The artwork splendid, tasteful and exceptional.

Absolutely stunning spot on the lake with wonderful views, very friendly and helpful hosts, beautifully decorated house with an incredibly comfortable bed. Loved it!

Great location, only 5mins drive to both the wedding venue (Stoneridge Estate) & Arrowtown Lovely peaceful setting with great view of mountains & short walk to lake trails

The fact we only had 2 nights, would have loved more.

The cottage is very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Situated in a private garden with views to the hills. Peaceful and a short stroll to the lake. A relaxing stay.