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tracey m.
18 Mar 2026
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tracey m.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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Peaceful holiday home
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Duvauchelle, Canterbury
- Duvauchelle ShowgroundsPlace, Duvauchelle Showgrounds13 min walk
- Akaroa WharfPlace, Akaroa Wharf12 min drive
- Akaroa LighthousePlace, Akaroa Lighthouse12 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful holiday home
This lovely Bach is our family holiday home.
It's peaceful and quiet with lots of birdsong on a sunny day.
It's right next to the golf Coarse.
Cosy in the winter and nice and cool in the summer.
There's plenty of room for you to enjoy and a great safe place for children.
Having two Bathrooms makes it so easy for a family.
Our Kiwi Bach is only 8 km from the lovely French settlement of Akaroa on the banks Peninsular.
The Famous Barry's Bay cheeses are made just back down the road.
The space
our holiday home is spacious and compact at the same time. It has great indoor outdoor flow. It has two lounge areas. one TV is for DVDs ,the other for your viewing pleasure.
The kitchen is a lovely workable easy space with a dishwasher, oven with gas cook top and plenty of utensils and cutlery. There is a coffee pod machine. We supply a limited amount of pods
Guest access
Our guests can use all of the property respectfully. The Garage being the only exception. However if you need more refrigerator space then you may turn on and use the one in the Garage.
Also the pellets for the fire are in the garage as well.
Other things to note
If you happen to be a Golfer then are you in for a treat as the club rooms are a few hundred metres up the road and you are surrounded by The lovely Akaroa Golf coarse.
There are plenty of beautiful walks. Onawe peninsular being one close by. Children's bay another just out if Akaroa and many many more.
There are lots of wonderful eateries and a supermarket and Butchery.
Akaroa is extremely dog friendly as long as you clean up after your dog.
a wonderful place to exercise your dog is on the village green snd if you'd like a drive over to Okains bay then it's perfect there as well.
Dogs aren't really permitted in the summer or especially around Christmas and New Year.
It seems though that it's a casual rule
It's peaceful and quiet with lots of birdsong on a sunny day.
It's right next to the golf Coarse.
Cosy in the winter and nice and cool in the summer.
There's plenty of room for you to enjoy and a great safe place for children.
Having two Bathrooms makes it so easy for a family.
Our Kiwi Bach is only 8 km from the lovely French settlement of Akaroa on the banks Peninsular.
The Famous Barry's Bay cheeses are made just back down the road.
The space
our holiday home is spacious and compact at the same time. It has great indoor outdoor flow. It has two lounge areas. one TV is for DVDs ,the other for your viewing pleasure.
The kitchen is a lovely workable easy space with a dishwasher, oven with gas cook top and plenty of utensils and cutlery. There is a coffee pod machine. We supply a limited amount of pods
Guest access
Our guests can use all of the property respectfully. The Garage being the only exception. However if you need more refrigerator space then you may turn on and use the one in the Garage.
Also the pellets for the fire are in the garage as well.
Other things to note
If you happen to be a Golfer then are you in for a treat as the club rooms are a few hundred metres up the road and you are surrounded by The lovely Akaroa Golf coarse.
There are plenty of beautiful walks. Onawe peninsular being one close by. Children's bay another just out if Akaroa and many many more.
There are lots of wonderful eateries and a supermarket and Butchery.
Akaroa is extremely dog friendly as long as you clean up after your dog.
a wonderful place to exercise your dog is on the village green snd if you'd like a drive over to Okains bay then it's perfect there as well.
Dogs aren't really permitted in the summer or especially around Christmas and New Year.
It seems though that it's a casual rule
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please just put used towels etc in one bathroom together
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please make sure the taps are turned of on the washing machine after use.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Duvauchelle
Located in Duvauchelle, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Duvauchelle, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Duvauchelle Showgrounds - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Akaroa Museum - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
- Wainui Banks Peninsula - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
- Akaroa Wharf - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
- Akaroa Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
- Akaroa Corner Cafe - 10 min drive
- Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - 12 min drive
- La Thai Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Tīni Gin Bar & Eatery - 11 min drive
- Grand Hotel - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful holiday home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful holiday home?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful holiday home on 22 May 2026 start from AU$222, 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 Peaceful holiday home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful holiday home?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful holiday home?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Peaceful holiday home located?
Situated in Duvauchelle, this golf holiday home is steps away from Akaroa Golf Club and Duvauchelle Showgrounds. Banks Peninsula and Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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About the host
Hosted by Maree Handy
I'm a country girl. Myself and my partner were sheep and beef farmers.
We now live in our lifestyle farm just out of a lovely country town called Fairlie.
I love to spend my summers and autumn's away riding my horses. I do alot of back country riding. Getting away out in the hills.
We also have 2 GSP Dogs and a border collie plus chickens calves and sheep.
These keep myself and my partner very busy . We used to host people in our home and we loved meeting all sorts of people from all over the world. It's not so easy now we are more remote from the property.
We now live in our lifestyle farm just out of a lovely country town called Fairlie.
I love to spend my summers and autumn's away riding my horses. I do alot of back country riding. Getting away out in the hills.
We also have 2 GSP Dogs and a border collie plus chickens calves and sheep.
These keep myself and my partner very busy . We used to host people in our home and we loved meeting all sorts of people from all over the world. It's not so easy now we are more remote from the property.
Why they chose this property
Duvauchelles and Akaroa and the bays is such a beautiful area. The birds, the scenery, the bush walks and places to explore are numerous. The people are lovely and very helpful. It's a dog friendly place as well. There's lots to see and do in Akaroa which is only 8 km away from Duvauchelles.
What makes this property unique
I think really that our Bach is exactly that. Its just a basic family holiday Bach. A little retro and nothing really matches. We do understand that there are improvements to be made i guess but we just love that it's lock and leave and no fuss. We hope you appreciate that as well but we are open to suggestions lol
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