10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
15 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa stay.
Karen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Entire home
Quiet retreat near beach, bush walks and cafes
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Akaroa, Canterbury
- Akaroa Museum9 min walk
- Akaroa Wharf18 min walk
- Akaroa Lighthouse4 min drive
- Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)84 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quiet retreat near beach, bush walks and cafes
A tidy and well-maintained holiday cottage in a quiet street, sited on a flat section with some bush. A short stroll to the beach, cafes and shops, and well located for exploring Akaroa and the neighbouring bays, close to scenic and historic walking tracks around Akaroa. Also nearby wharf, bike and skateboard park, mini golf and playground are just a few minutes away by foot.
The cottage has an open plan kitchen / dining / living area and three bedrooms. Bedroom #1 has a queen bed, bedroom #2 has a double bed, and the small bedroom #3 has two singles. It sleeps 6. On street parking for car and boat available.
Amenities: Broadband internet, log burner, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, dryer, DVD player, deck.
A small stream meanders through the property. Although the stream is only ankle-deep, caution is advised with small children.
Special conditions:
Typically, a minimum booking of 2 nights for weekends, 3 nights for long weekends.
Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (included);
The cottage has an open plan kitchen / dining / living area and three bedrooms. Bedroom #1 has a queen bed, bedroom #2 has a double bed, and the small bedroom #3 has two singles. It sleeps 6. On street parking for car and boat available.
Amenities: Broadband internet, log burner, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, dryer, DVD player, deck.
A small stream meanders through the property. Although the stream is only ankle-deep, caution is advised with small children.
Special conditions:
Typically, a minimum booking of 2 nights for weekends, 3 nights for long weekends.
Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (included);
Property manager
Annette
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Akaroa
Located in Akaroa, this holiday home is near the beach. Akaroa Golf Club and Fishermans Bay Garden are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Ellangowan. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Akaroa, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Akaroa Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Pohatu Penguin Habitat - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Linton The Giant House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Akaroa Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Akaroa Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Akaroa Fish & Chips - 18 min walk
- L'Escargot Rouge - 19 min walk
- The Trading Rooms - 20 min walk
- Ma Maison - 13 min walk
- The Common - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6/10 Okay
John H.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Stay
John H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison C.
12 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Akaroah
Allison C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gabrielle G.
21 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three Day Stay
Gabrielle G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angus W.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely place
Angus W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne F.
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Quiet Retreat Akaroa
Yvonne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
jim m.
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful stay
jim m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
sue c.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa visit
sue c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Petreah C.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Petreah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole B.
18 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Nicole B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy B.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and Cosy place for relaxing
Dorothy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Christine S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rene C.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couples or group accommodation
Rene C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janine E.
14 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views and very comfortable
Janine E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher R., Wrexham
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A superb holiday location
Christopher R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gerrard T.
13 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick break
Gerrard T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fiona W.
8 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house, perfect location
Fiona W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly L.
29 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa Adventure
Kelly L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol F.
5 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa weekend.
Carol F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helena W.
4 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Helena W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard P., Christchurch, New Zealand
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice weekend away
Richard P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jane R.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed break
Jane R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
juelaine k.
29 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very happy easy walk to town
juelaine k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Penny M.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a weekend
Penny M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sonya H.
29 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa
Sonya H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Annette
What makes this property unique
Great location - a short stroll to the beach, cafes and shops; nearby scenic and historic walking tracks; well located for exploring Akaroa and the neighbouring bays.
Languages:
English
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