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"Slice of Paradise"- Modern Colonial Styled holiday home

Phone / Internet Enquiries Only, Walking Distance To All Facilities, Akaroa
154 reviews
  • Back garden from across our stream
  • Master bedroom
  • Master bedroom
  • Second upstairs bedroom
  • Peninsula
  • Sleep out bedroom
  • From the road area
  • Sleep out
  • Back garden looking up to master bedroom
  • Sleep out and carport from road
  • Sleep out porch
  • Sleep out steps
  • Back garden
  • Akaroa wharf
  • A view looking back from bridge
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  • Left side path down to back garden
  • Open plan lounge/kitchen
  • Photo 19
  • A Kitchen View
  • Wisteria on left side of house and path
  • "Slice of Paradise"
  • Section of lounge area
  • Main house bathroom
  • Section of lounge showing log fire
  • Lounge with open plan kitchen
  • Photo 27
  • Photo 28
  • Photo 29
  • Photo 30
8
Max Guests
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
154 reviews

About this Holiday House

****MIDDAY CHECK OUT. ****PLEASE CALL ANYTIME /AFTER YOU ARE EMAILED BACK BY HOLIDAY HOUSES FOR QUICK ANSWER OR IF YOU DON"T HEAR BACK FROM ME WITHIN 12 HOURS. WiFi available. Modern,sunny two storey colonial styled holiday home.Ideal for families, girls' weekends, groups of friends or just enjoy the whole house as a couple or on your own. 2 bedrooms plus furnished sleepout.Open plan and cosy downstairs with fully equipped kitchen and comfortable dining. Double doors opening onto lockable exterior decking. Bedrooms are upstairs-the master opening to a balcony overlooking garden and stream. Master bedroom now has a king and king single and portacot available(Ask if you don't have king sheets).The second bedroom has a queen bed,and two single beds. There is also a separate sleepout with an ensuite.This has a queen bed, a king single and another single tucked away if needed. Grounds: Gentle sloping, picturesque with stream boundary and footbridge. Numerous trees,birds and shrubbery. Approximately 40 metres of sheltered decking .The grounds are private and quiet –ideal for just relaxing or as a romantic retreat. (Outdoor bath is available and you are welcome to use it but I can't guarantee the gas heating works on the day so please know this when booking and ask). Eels in our wee stream to enjoy watching. NB: Another option for you in a similarly run holiday house is the beautiful Lake Kaniere Retreat near Hokitika. See below link for details: 68853 LAKE KANIERE RETREAT- https://www.holidayhouses.co.nz/listing/68853

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: No pets
No pets
Amenity: Linen: please enquire
Linen: please enquire
Amenity: Smoking outside only
Smoking outside only
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Amenity: Oil heaters
Oil heaters
Kitchen
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: High Chair
High Chair
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Ensuite Bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Amenity: Extra Toilet
Extra Toilet
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: DVD
DVD
Amenity: iPod Dock
iPod Dock
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Other
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage

Bed layout

1 King(s), 2 Queen(s), 1 Cot(s), 2 King single(s), 2 Single(s)

Special Amenities

Peaceful garden setting with bridge over stream. Relax for a wine on the balcony of the master bedroom overlooking the garden-a great romantic treat! There are friendly eels in the stream that will show up if tempted. They will eat from your hands or are otherwise fun to spotlight from the bridge when dark (torches available)-children love it! Easy walking to town.Large, modern easy to use BBQ. Freeview TV in lounge,master bedroom and sleep out .

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Swim with the Dolphins, sea kayaking.Beach and boat ramp just a few minutes away.Ask about boat parking. Close to town centre and shops and located in a quiet street. NB: Another option for you in a similarly run holiday house is the beautiful Lake Kaniere Retreat near Hokitika. See below link for details: 68853 LAKE KANIERE RETREAT- https://www.holidayhouses.co.nz/listing/68853

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
154 total reviews
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bina low
Rustic and relaxing place for a getaway. House was tastefully decorated and well maintained. Owner is friendly and easy to communicate with. Thank you for having us :)
Response from Owner
You're welcome Bina. Thanks so much for leaving the house so clean and tidy. Pleased you had a good time.🦋
Stacey Sanders
Absolutely stunning house, everything you need for a enjoyable holiday away, the garden is so tranquil it took my breathe away when we first arrived with the tūī flying around us. Beds were super comfy and all the sayings around the place just made you feel at peace.
Response from Owner
Awh such a lovely comment. Thanks Stacey. I reckon the tui are nesting in the totara just now. So lucky. I just had a night over there too and was so peaceful. Really pleased you enjoyed your time at the house.😁
Glenis Allison
Nice peaceful place to stay, lovely back garden with stream flowing though.
Response from Owner
Happy that you enjoyed your stay. Enjoy your future trips ahead😁
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Availability

  • 11 Dec – 13 Dec 2025 – Unavailable
  • 17 Dec – 19 Dec 2025 – Unavailable
  • 21 Dec – 10 Jan 2026 – Unavailable
  • 14 Jan – 09 Feb 2026 – Unavailable
  • 26 Feb – 27 Feb 2026 – Unavailable
  • 02 Apr – 05 Apr 2026 – Unavailable

Rates

Date rangeRatesMinimum stay
All year$160 / Night for 2 guests1 Night
All year$190 / Night for 4 guests1 Night
All year$220 / Night for 6 guests1 Night
All year$250 / Night for 8 guests1 Night
All year
$160 / Night for 2 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
All year
$190 / Night for 4 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
All year
$220 / Night for 6 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
All year
$250 / Night for 8 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
IMPORTANT:
Minimum stay of 2 nights at weekends.
Public holidays minimum stay of 3 or 4 nights in some cases depending on the holiday and likely at the $250 per night rate (but can have up to 8 people).
School holidays are at $190 per night minimum rate.
From 20 December and throughout January is $250 per night
( but can have up to 8 people).
1 night stays may only be accepted if they back onto another booking but feel free to enquire.

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