Historic Castle Coach House – Trail & Wineries

Stay in the historic Coach House at Earnscleugh Castle (Heritage NZ Cat.1), 5 min to Clyde and 10 min to Alexandra, right by the Lake Dunstan Trail trailhead.

Restored 3-bed blending heritage brick with modern comforts: full kitchen, cosy lounge with wood burner, washer/dryer, safe parking and e-bike charging. Explore nearby wineries, wander century-old gardens, and ask about a private castle tour or free Clyde pick-up.

On the grounds of Earnscleugh Castle, this stone Coach House is a perfect base for exploring Central Otago. Carefully restored by your hosts, Ryan & Marco, it blends heritage character—exposed brick, timber, and thoughtful antiques—with modern ease: a fully equipped kitchen with farmhouse sink, a cosy lounge warmed by a wood burner, and three restful bedrooms (two Kings and one Twin). A modern bathroom, laundry, ample parking, and exterior e-bike charging make multi-day adventures simple.

Step out to the Lake Dunstan Trail at Clyde’s trailhead (start/finish), roll past turquoise water and vineyard country, then drift back for long showers and a glass of local Pinot. Travel at an easy pace—arrive and settle, ride the Lake Dunstan Trail, taste local Pinot, and, if timing allows, take a host-led look at the castle’s restoration (subject to availability).

At a glance

3 bedrooms: 2 × King, 1 × Twin

Open-plan kitchen & lounge with wood burner

Laundry: washer & dryer

Separate shower & toilet

Plenty of safe parking

Exterior e-bike charging points

Guests have full private use of the Coach House during their stay. Please note the nearby storage sheds are not part of the rental and remain closed.

We live on a separate part of the 30-acre property. You’ll have full privacy during your stay, but we’re nearby if you’d like a tour of the castle or need any assistance.

Located on Earnscleugh Road on the grounds of Earnscleugh Castle, the Coach House is less than a 5min drive from Clyde and 10mins from Alexandra. Surrounded by farm land, wineries and amazing mountain views.

Extensive parking next to the property is safe and secure. Lots of space outside for mountain bikes and trailers.

We have exterior power points available for charging e-bikes outside. Please don’t take bikes inside the Coach House.

Earnscleugh Castle and associated buildings are a protected Heritage 1 site. When booking the Coach House, we are more than happy to provide a tour of the castle. Please arrange a time with us prior to your stay.

Furthermore, please free to walk around and explore the extensive trees and gardens around the property which were planted over 100 years ago.

The owners have two super friendly French Bulldogs that are unleashed. They may come and say hello and are very friendly with other dogs and people. Their names are Jake and George. Please don’t feed them.