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Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home

Combining luxury with historical elegance, The Villa Akaroa captures an essence that is unmatched. Discover something special this holiday – The Villa Akaroa will not disappoint.

The Villa Akaroa offers pure luxury any time of the year. The Villa Akaroa has been lovingly restored with boutique accommodation in mind. Each suite is generous in size and appointment with super-king beds, down duvets & pillows, space to dine or recline, smart TVs with Netflix, Freeview, Lightbox & SkySport, USB docks by the bed, full bathrooms with underfloor heating, Perrin & Rowe fittings and luxury NZ made toiletries.

Guests will appreciate other indulgent touches such as gourmet beverage selections, luxe candles, slippers, pillow mist & silk eye-masks.

Imagine at the end of a day exploring Banks Peninsula coming home to soak in the clawfoot bathtub.

Foodies will love the gourmet kitchen featuring butler’s pantry stocked with staples, full gas smeg oven and hob, quality cooking & dining ware and fresh herbs from the garden. Perfect for cooking up your fresh fish from the wharf a mere stroll away & fresh produce from the market.
The sustainably-minded will appreciate the eco, natural and NZ made products used throughout The Villa Akaroa.

Take your pick from the fine book collection and curl up in the oversized French lounge in front of the fire with a pot of tea. Or recline with a G&T on your private terrace in the sun.

If you venture out, you’ll find yourself in the heart of an historic precinct steps from Akaroa Harbour, cafes & restaurants.

Grand, romantic & indulgent - The Villa Akaroa awaits you
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Akaroa

Located in Akaroa, this cottage is near the beach. Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Golf Club and Fishermans Bay Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Linton The Giant House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Artisans Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Thai Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?

As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home on 29 June 2026 start from AU$443, 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 Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Akaroa Wharf, Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Lighthouse and St Patrick's Catholic Church are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Yamile T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place to stay! Excellent location and lots of interesting old books to read! The fact that they allow pets is a real bonus. Thank you so much for the warm welcome
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Hi there, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the setting, the convenient location, and the charm of the home and we appreciate your kind words about the welcome you received. If there is anything we could have done to make your visit even better, we would truly appreciate hearing from you. We value your feedback and look forward to welcoming you again in future. Kind regards, Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Beautiful, wish we’d stayed longer

This place was stunning - heritage, lots of character, welcoming, peaceful Harbourside location in the historic area of the village. Very comfortable, exceptionally well equiped kitchen. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina M.

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

Holiday

Lovely location. Beautiful cottage. Loved our bedrooms and the casual atmosphere of the cute house. Also great that there was a lot of condiments etc on offer. Really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our excellent location—it’s one of the things we’re most proud of, and we’re glad it made your stay even better. We’d love to host you again next time you’re in the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody J.

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

Beautiful home

Stunning cottage with every amenity. Close to everything in Akaroa. We enjoyed a four night stay, and were very sad to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter h.

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

Excellent Location

Good Facilities and atmosphere.. Comfortable and spacious. Excellent reading material. Could walk to all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

All class

What a superb property. Well appointed, well provisioned and a relaxing lay out. Also very conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

114

Well appointed accommodation, has everything and being winter very cosy with having the heating throughout. Would like to stay here again if we return to Akaroa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of the house—it’s something we take great pride in. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another comfortable and refreshing stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Keryn W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

It’s a magnificent property in an ideal location .. so well equipped and comfortable. The cleanliness was a problem .. dust everywhere, on books and items, dirty bathroom floor with clumps of dust and hair, marks on quilt cover in bedroom, dust and dirt on the floors in the corners of bedroom, some stained and old furniture… for the top peak price that I paid for two nights, this was disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Keryn. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the location and comfort of the property. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues you encountered and understand your disappointment. A new area cleaner and manager have recently been appointed, and we will ensure they address these concerns to improve future experiences. Your comments are appreciated, and we will work on making necessary improvements. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not quite what I thought. A property that is more a museum than a functional place to enjoy. The shower is a disaster in waiting, standing in a narrow bath with a shower curtin that restricts all movement.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hariette J.

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

Beautiful getaway place

The property was amazing, everytime you’ll find another amazing thing/object. Great bedrooms with own bathrooms, the best toiletries ever. Huge beds and just everything you need. Close to shops and eateries. Would love to return and enjoy it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Avril C.

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

Great place to relax

We had a lovely time at The Villa Akaroa, it was a home away from home. Great kitchen for cooking your own meals and good spaces inside and out for relaxing. The only issue we had was the skylights above the beds made the bedroom to light early in the morning and would suggest installation of a remote controlled window shade on the inside of the window. Overall a very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dulcie B.

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

beautiful villa

We really enjoyed our stay here. Amazing attention to detail and stunning interior. We would love to come and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa M.

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

luxurious Akaroa getaway

A lovely Villa with well equipped kitchen and full of interesting curios, books and a good selection of puzzles and board games for rainy days (not that we had any during our stay). A short walk to beach, shops and cafes and a lovely outdoor area for outdoor dining or just to curl up with a good book.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui H.

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

Charming villa!!

A beautiful villa renovated to a high standard with so much charm!! The collection of historic books was impressive as was the artwork Also our little dogs Annie and Archie were able to look out the front window on their crates and say hello to passers by! Kitchen very well equipped for full dining:) And entertaining. We would love to come again🌻
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie I.

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

Amazing Villa

The most relaxing cozy stay with everything you need. Was perfect before we started our journey further South and we will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

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

Perfect in every way

Our expectations were high and it far exceeded them. the entire place is very special but above all else the kitchen and pantry makes it feel like it your own place for a small window in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyndsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2025
Wow, thank you for the 5 stars! We’re so happy to hear you had a fantastic experience. Your feedback means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great stay

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