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Renard Retreat, your peaceful escape in beautiful Akaroa

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Twilight Outside
Spacious Living
Master Bedroom View
Akaroa Harbour
Designer Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Akaroa Museum

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Linton The Giant House
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Seperate Toilet

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

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About the area

Akaroa

Located in Akaroa, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Dolphins and Akaroa Golf Club.
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Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Linton The Giant House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Artisans Gallery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Vangioni's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Butchery & Deli - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Renard Retreat, your peaceful escape in beautiful Akaroa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renard Retreat, your peaceful escape in beautiful Akaroa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renard Retreat, your peaceful escape in beautiful Akaroa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renard Retreat, your peaceful escape in beautiful Akaroa located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Akaroa Museum and Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds. Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Dolphins are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craig was a great host, and his home is beautiful, warm, so clean, and has great views. Craig gave us great ideas for activities and where to eat which was so appreciated.We loved our stay and thank Craig very much for making the whole process run so smoothly.We would highly recommend booking his home for a stay. Thanks Craig.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful girl's weekend at the property, and loved the cosy luxe vibe. We all agreed we'd love to bring our families back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
It was a pleasure hosting Adele's group. They were respectful of the space, followed all house rules, and maintained great communication throughout their stay. The place was left in excellent condition at check-out. I would highly recommend them to any host and would be happy to have them back anytime!
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