Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!

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A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic outdoor area.
A kitchen with a large window overlooking a body of water, a wooden countertop, and a sink.
A wooden dining table with chairs, a laptop, and a notebook. There is a window with curtains, a wooden cabinet with glassware, and a stone wall in the background.
A modern kitchen with teal cabinetry, a central island, a built-in oven, and a large window providing natural light.
A grassy area with a view of a body of water and a sunset.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Ellesmere

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave
  • Fireplace
The current price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug 2027

Explore the area

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Leeston, Canterbury
  • Place, Lake Ellesmere
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
The current price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug 2027

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Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! pet-friendly?

Yes, Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! on 31 July 2027 start from AU$316, 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 Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! located?

Situated near the bay, this farm stay is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Ellesmere and within 20 miles (32 km) of Lincoln University and Lincoln Event Centre. Larcomb Vineyard and Port Hills are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting albeit a bit away from shoips and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place good view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning

Love this place will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil location

Peaceful and picturesque place to stay by the lake edge. Very handy to the Soldiers Memorial Hall which was my son's wedding venue. We would definitely stay here again for a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular lake view

The location is spectacular with absolute water frontage and sweeping views across Lake Ellesmere to the port hills.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Exactly as advertised: peaceful and tranquil. Enjoyed watching all the bird life from the porch. Well cared for older home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing!!

The listing title is very accurate, privacy tranquility and lots of wildlife on your front lawn! I cannot recommend this place highly enough! We had such a great break from civilization, was hard to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the lake and the everchanging birds, was amazing.You immediately exhale when looking out over Lake Ellesmere and watch the swans, spoonbills, herons and other beautiful birds living their lives.Even when the weather changes the scenery is stunning.The bed was very comfy. The lounge seating was comfy and relaxing.Good power in the shower. Wonderful
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A wonderful peaceful retreat! Comfy beds, full kitchen, big lounge chairs to sink into, while watching that superb view over a quiet lake. Clean windows helped. Everything you could want in the kitchen. We loved the artwork around the walls and the ambience! The books around gave us history and birdlife and would encourage more days to stay if we had the time! We felt very private and the total silence must have been good for the soul.
Kotutu. . . the White Heron made its presence only twice.
In front of this beautiful (old) but well renovated house, is a jetty mainly used by birds, not boats!
A full verandah circles this house - on a calm and calm day, this is the view from several really comfy outdoor seats!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026