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Up from the Beach on Smith Ave
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
- Place, Akaroa Museum5 min walk
- Place, Linton The Giant House6 min walk
- Place, Akaroa Wharf8 min walk
- Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)84 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master Suite
1 King Bed
Sun Room
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Up from the Beach on Smith Ave
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Akaroa
Akaroa is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Duvauchelle Showgrounds, while Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
What's nearby
- Akaroa Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Linton The Giant House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Akaroa Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- St Patrick's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Akaroa Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Akaroa Corner Cafe - 8 min walk
- Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - 7 min walk
- Crater Cafe Akaroa - 5 min walk
- Grand Hotel - 12 min walk
- The Common - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
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Verified
13 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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10/10 Excellent
sonia p.
9 Mar 2026
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sonia p.
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Miles M.
5 Mar 2026
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Miles M.
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
9 Feb 2026
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Sarah D.
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10/10 Excellent
Sanjay P.
19 Jan 2026
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Sanjay P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good
Carmel R.
18 Jan 2026
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Carmel R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Gina B.
15 Jan 2026
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Gina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good
Phil S.
30 Nov 2025
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Phil S.
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10/10 Excellent
Ray T.
22 Oct 2025
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Ray T.
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8/10 Good
Wendy J.
7 Oct 2025
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Wendy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Juanita K.
7 Sept 2025
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Juanita K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home
Heather D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing weekend
Paul M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Graham H.
28 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay at Akaroa
Graham H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Geraldine B.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Geraldine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good
Kevin C.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great location
Kevin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend in Akaroa
Sue W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
David B.
27 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa
David B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cavel C.
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay.
Cavel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Paul B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lee A.
12 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home!
Lee A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dawn W.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
Dawn W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect weekend away
Paul M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Amarlie V.
5 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Amarlie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kate W.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stage
Kate W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
About the host
Hosted by Akaroa Rental Homes
What makes this property unique
Sunny and Warm
Languages:
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