Under the Vines in Earnscleugh

Summary:
Take a break and plan your next weekend getaways "Under the Vines in Earnscleugh". One of the best tiny house rentals nestled amongst the vines, surrounded by dense woodlands and amazing views of Central Otago. The ideal tiny house NZ escape with easy access to nearby restaurants like Shaky Bridge Wines and Paulina's Bar, and a short trip from Catlins.

The Space:
Under the Vines in Earnscleugh is located in a rural town just a 2 hr drive away from Catlins, nearby Clyde Dam, Dunstan House Clyde, Olivers Restaurant, and Flat Top Hill Conservation Area, to name a few attractions. A comfortable 155 square-feet stay and one of the best tiny house rentals in the area with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities.

The bathroom, however, follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use. It focuses on satisfying people's needs with natural resources and processes to save water through using eco-friendly toilets to save the environment.

If you plan to spend your tiny house NZ escapes here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you!

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny house and are welcome to walk amongst the vines. However, please stay clear of sheds and other vineyard operations.

Guests are welcome to purchase honey and wine made on the farm; paid in cash. If you are interested, please make prior arrangements with the land host.

The Neighborhood:
Under the Vines in Earnscleugh is one of the best tiny house rentals and tiny house NZ escapes located in the quiet neighborhoods of Central Otago. Where you can visit restaurants, vineyards, and popular attractions like the Clyde Dam.

If you are looking for a cycling circuit, Clyde is a 2 km and a 10km cycle to Alexandra along the River Track.

Our local recommendations:

- Shaky Bridge Wines is an award-winning winery in Central Otago.
- Oliver Restaurant is a stone-walled 19th-century restaurant that offers upscale New Zealand cuisine.
- Paulina's Bar is a popular bar that serves pizza, cocktails, live music every weekend, a monthly open mic, and more.
- Dunstan House Clyde is a quiet cafe that offers an ambient setting to relax and a casual place to spend time with family.
- Flat Top Hill Conservation Area is a popular natural attraction with amazing rock formations and scenic walks in New Zealand.
- Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery explore the incredible human and natural history of gold mining, gold dredging, and geology.

Getting Around:
By car:

- 2hr 30 min drive to Dunedin
- 1hr 10 min drive to Queenstown.

By public transport: There are great cycling trails at the boundary of the property.

Other Things to Note:
- Pets are not allowed
- No smoking allowed inside the cabin
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Wifi is not available but there is cellular coverage
- Frost fighting wind turbines are noisy in Spring and late-April; bring earplugs
- Please note that there are trip hazards all over the farm; exercise caution when walking
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge

Guest Advisory

- We advise guests not to swim in the pond, but if you must, please do so at your own risk. Please be aware that we swim in the irrigation pond regularly.

- We would like to remind guests that our tiny house follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank.


Important note:



- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- The property is a working vineyard. At times there will be workers and machinery on site. Please stay clear of their operations.
- Please respect our neighbour's privacy and stay on the cabin side of the vineyard otherwise, you are likely to walk onto our neighbour's property.
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our cassette toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.

Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.