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Tranquil Family Retreat

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A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense greenery.
A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a wooden countertop, and bar stools.
A bedroom with a large window, a dresser, a chair, and a bed.
A garden with cherry blossoms, a stone statue, and a wooden fence.
A room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Akaroa Museum

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Linton The Giant House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Room

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sun-Drenched Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Akaroa

Located in Akaroa, this holiday home is near the beach. Akaroa Dolphins and Akaroa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hinewai Reserve and Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Map
Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Artisans Gallery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Linton The Giant House - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Vangioni's - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Family Retreat ?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Family Retreat on 17 Dec 2026 start from AU$949, 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 Tranquil Family Retreat ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Family Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Family Retreat ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Akaroa holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Museum and Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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 6 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

Home away from home

From the moment we drove up the driveway until we stepped inside we felt relaxed. Surrounded by trees and with all the comforts of home we loved our stay will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2020
Super guest! Great to communicate with in lead up to her stay, she left the property in perfect shape upon departure, overall the perfect guest!! Happy to Tanyia again any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well equipped and felt like home

Our bach was very, very well equipped! It was homely and incredibly clean. We had a lovely time - thank you Tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little Cottage

We loved this little spot, hidden away from the main part of Akaroa but accessible enough to town. The Cottage was quite tidy, relatively modern and well equipped for our stay, great for kids and adults alike. Simone’s communication was fabulous and it made for a seamless stay. Would definitely recommend and look to book again. 👍🏼
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thanks so much Mel. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to having you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a beautiful spot!

The house was clean, modern and well equipped. The walk to Akaroa was easy and enjoyable, with several other walks to choose from as well. Children's Bay was a great place for a paddle. Thanks Simone I'd love to visit again one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2022
Lovely honest guests, fabulous communication and wonderful respect shown to our property. Loved having Kath and family, and would welcome them back again any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location, great house

Perfect for family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a wonderful experience we had staying here. The house was the perfect retreat for our holiday!

A beautiful, clean and tidy home away from home. We LOVED the location in amongst the beautiful trees with native birdsong along with the lovely green lawn for the kids to play on. The walk from there to Akaroa was so beautiful and a real highlight. The home had everything we needed and was beautifully presented. Such a special place. We would LOVE to come and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2021
Thank you Tania for your lovely feedback. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and we'd LOVE to have you back again anytime!!
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