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The perfect base to explore Central Otago region

A family-owned bed and breakfast and bike rental located in the historic village of Cromwell in the heart of Central Otago - A centre point to many bike trails for the adventurous

The Lake Dunstan Trailhouse is the perfect base to explore the Central Otago region. We offer a range of queen, twin-share and family-sized rooms, as well as bike rental services.

Wake up each morning to a delicious continental breakfast before setting out to discover the stunning landscapes and bike trails of the Central Otago region.

We are also happy to provide tours by vehicle upon request. Enjoy the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture. We look forward to hosting you soon!

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Your Stay

We offer the choice of two luxury rooms— both with a queen beds along with the added comfort of personal air-conditioning and private well-appointed en-suites.

These rooms are accessed through an external entrance which features facilities for tea/coffee making or perhaps preparing  afternoon drinks and platter to enjoy in the garden. As a guest service area it also houses a fridge/freezer and washing machine and drier available for your use.

A further two rooms are available within the house—one is a family room with a queen bed and single bed + additional fold out childrens bed available, and one room with twin king single beds. These rooms share a bathroom and separate toilet. Guests in these rooms are also welcome to use the guest service area.

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Services

Breakfast

Early morning beverages are available in the guest service area. We offer continental breakfasts in the house dining area. A cooked breakfast can be provided by arrangement.

Bike Rentals & Transfers

Bike rentals, airport transfers & trail transfers available for your convenience.

Garden Facilities

Beautiful garden offering lounging areas, dining areas and BBQ facilities. House kitchen facilities are available for food preparation and service, if required.

Daily Housekeeping

Rooms are kept in immaculate condition for your comfort and during multiple night stays will be serviced daily upon request.

Complimentary Wifi

Enjoy unlimited free Wifi from the privacy of your room.

Laundry Facilities

Facilities available to clean and refresh your clothing and cycling gear after scenic activities during your stay.

Things to do

Scenic Bike Trails

Rent one of our Moustache E-Bikes.... Directly below our house is the beginning of the Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail which is the latest trail to join the "Great Cycle Rides of New Zealand"

Wine Tours

Cycle, walk or we can provide transport to nearby wineries- we can offer recommendations. Alternatively, we can by arrangement provide a transported tour to wineries further afield.

Farmers & Crafts market

Over the summer months the Cromwell Historical Precinct Farmers and Crafts Market operates across the road every Sunday morning.

Cromwell's Heritage Precinct

For your entertainment it offers a beautiful lake vista and a variety of historical displays interspersed between hospitality and retail shops offering  tea and coffee, cocktails and tapas,wine and pizzas, art galleries, jewellery shops and specialty gift shops.

Horse Riding & Treks

Enjoy the scenic views of Lake Dunstan on horseback. This is available in the foothills and can be arranged upon request.

Motorsport

Cromwell is home to Highlands—Tony Quinn's motorsport park. Apart from race meeting this facility offers a motorsport museum, a go-karts track, a great variety of drive opportunities and a cafe with beautiful views. It also features the the famous "Loos with a view" which is an experience not to be missed.

Guest Reviews

"Perfect location for biking the Dunstan Trail, eating in the historic precinct and enjoying the Sunday Summer Markets. The rooms are fresh, modern and well appointed. Bev & Lou are wonderful hosts."
Perfect Location
Moira Moroney
"Fabulous place. Comfy room with ensuite right next to the Dunstan trail and historic precinct. Bev is a warm and responsive host - highly recommended!"
Fabulous place
Susan, Lower Hutt
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Trailhouse; comfy bed, warm hospitality, great food and the best location! Lou and Bev made us feel right at home and were a fount of knowledge of the best places to cycle and wine & dine in the region."
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay
Mandy Clough

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