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Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views!

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A spacious living area with a sofa, a wooden dining table, and a television.
A spacious living area with a brown sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a staircase leading to another level.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a dining table.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a sloped ceiling with exposed beams.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a window above the sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Castle Hill, Canterbury
  • Place, Cave Stream Scenic Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Mt Cheeseman Ski Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Porters Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Castle Hill

Located in Castle Hill, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Porters Ski Area and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Castle Hill, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 1 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 17 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Historic Village Walk - 31 min drive - 63.5 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 39 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flock Hill Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views!?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views! on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$631, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Warmest home in the village - stunning mountain views! located?

This family-friendly Castle Hill chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park and Porters Ski Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay at Castle Hill for a ladies weekend. Sauna was perfect addition. Lovely quiet setting amount the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great Stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2025
Vaughn was an excellent guest. Great communication and very Friendly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, and the sauna is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great sauna. Just don’t forget to bring loo roll.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Always enjoy staying here, perfect home in the village.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Andrew and his friends are always a pleasure to have a guests. Respectful of the house and area, he is always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay, definitely warm by the fire, sauna was lovely and plenty of activities to keep you busy. Communication with Mark was easy. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Thank you Michael, glad you enjoyed your stay. Best regards Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with access to trails and mountains. The sauna was a highlight.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Col was an absolute pleasure to have with us. He is very welcome to come and stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter getaway spot!

Beautiful cozy house and a perfect spot for a relaxing ski weekend in the Craigieburns. Sauna was a great addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
Megan was a pleasure to have at our house and she is welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent trip to beautiful castle hill. Fantastic property, as described, great instructions, easy to use, highly recommend l!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Jon was an absolute pleasure to have as a guest and he is welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location to explore Kura Tawhiti

Conveniently located, warm and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Hill.

Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Xmas

Great property and location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Nice tidy property. Loved castle hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Hill Classic

Great place, cosy and warm. Very accommodating Hosts in a very beautiful part of the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Thanks Mark, we had a great stay and the house had everything we could need. Great communication and really helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot in the basin

Wonderful, well equipped (bonus with the sauna) nice and comfortable and very warm when it's cold outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Older cabin

Older style cabin.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Super easy. Very relaxed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The place to be

We loved our stay in the batch. Great fireplace, cozy rooms with a true sauna. <3
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cabin in a gorgeous location

The cabin was the perfect getaway! The location was excellent for walks, surrounded by scenic views that made every step enjoyable. The home itself was clearly well cared for, which made our stay even more comfortable. Check-in was a breeze, and the host was incredibly accommodating and communicative throughout our stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and beautiful retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place and Location

We enjoyed our stay at Mark and Kay’s cabin in Castle Hill! We were close to the walks we wanted to do around Arthur’s Pass. The area is beautiful and without many people on the beautiful trails in the area. The cabin was very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm&Cozy

Ideal family cottage. We were snowed in and could not have hoped for a more ideal cottage to be “ holed in” Very warm and cozy, the sauna was an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy chalet

Great place for a family to retreat when the wearer is cold, as it’s so cosy! Everything is clean and tidy, with space to relax in this great Alpine location. Biking, skiing, walking or chilling - a great escape !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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