Welcome to Queenstown Country Lodge

 "Amanda and I welcome you to our website. Thanks for making that click and we hope you like what you find here. Our aim is to offer you..

“Personalized luxury accommodation and experiences in a relaxed friendly country atmosphere.”

Queenstown Country Lodge is our dream.

After working for Real Journeys, Managing Wilderness Lodge Arthur's Pass and skippering/hosting a boat for an American couple in the Mediterranian, Bahamas and USA, we decided to create our own country lodge near Queenstown, New Zealand, offering luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in a beautiful rural setting surrounded by spectacular mountains.

Located in New Zealand’s Southern Lakes region, our luxury lodge is close to the award winning vineyards, activities and attractions of the Southern Lakes, Fiordland and Central Otago areas and just far enough from Queenstown to ensure you enjoy the peace and tranquility of the New Zealand countryside.

Queenstown Country Lodge is set on 5 hectares (11 acres) of large secluded gardens and farmland and surrounded by mountains. We have combined the warmth and welcoming atmosphere of a country Inn with the comfort and class of luxury boutique accommodation. 

Whether you are relaxing in the guest lounge by the log fire after a day skiing, rejuvenating in the garden spa pool after a walk in the mountains, sharing a glass of Central Otago wine before a wonderful meal or later on in the eveing being guided across the spectacular and fascinating southern sky by John, Queenstown Country lodge will meet your every needs.

Make the Lodge home while you explore Queenstown, one of the truly wonderful holiday destinations in the world. The mountains and lakes around Queenstown are paradise to skiers, trekkers, walkers, mountain bikers, photographers and fishermen from all over the world.

"We would love the opportunity to host you at Queenstown Country Lodge."

Amanda and John

February Update...... 

The long warm dry summer continues. Thanks to the Arrow Irrigation System, our sheep, gardens and trees are all looking great. The Lodge vegetable garden is in full production mode, making all the hard work during winter and spring well worthwhile.

We have had wonderful guests staying with us during January. Most take advantage of Real Journeys plane or bus trips into Milford as well as Shotover Jets exciting blast down the narrow mountain river. The Lodge's collection of wonderful local Pinot Noir wine and  New Zealand's flagship wine, the Sauvignon Blanc have proved popular as has the In-Lodge dining option. However when American friends who we skippered for in the Mediterranian, Bahamas and States came and visited us we tried out two quality restaurants,Gantleys and Saffrons....what  wonderful experiences. Thanks Candy and Dooie Isdale and Chris and Kerry King.

As mentioned in the January Update, GOLD 150, a celebration of the discovery of gold in Central Otago is all go with plenty to see and do. 

 While it is very warm at present, the local mountains received a heavy fall of snow last week. This is a reminder that the ski season will soon be here (June to October)  so do contact us about our 3 night, 6 night and longer stay options. The log fire, outdoor spa and good pinot wine will ensure a winter visit is something special.

Finally, if you need some reminders as to why you should come and visit Queenstown (and of course stay at Queenstown Country Lodge) here are some recent news items....

1. . The Hills Golf Course (1 of 5 Courses in the area) , just 5 minutes drive from the Lodge will host the inaugural Pro-Am Championship at the end of March. This will be a great boost to tourism in the Queenstown area.

2. The approach to Queenstown International Airport has been voted the 7th best in the world. Our Lodge is just 5 minutes drive from the airport which is nestled in amongst magnificent mountains.

3. The internationally known Warbirds over Wanaka air display is on from the 6th-8th April. This event sees most accommodation in the Queenstown-Wanaka area booked out. We are just 40 minutes drive from the airshow's location.

Please remember, if we can help you with any information, advice or suggestions do not hesitate to call or email.

Warmest regards

John and of course Amanda.