RUSSELLBURN COTTAGE

371 SPRINGFIELD ROAD, SPRINGFIELD, CANTERBURY
6
Max Guests
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms

About this Holiday House

Russellburn Cottage is located near the peaceful village of Springfield. A small town in the Selwyn District of Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand. At the foot of the Southern Alps, 65 kilometres (40 min) west of Christchurch. Russellburn Cottage is secluded and peaceful, with mountains in the background. The perfect place for a country retreat or a place to return to after a day skiing in the nearby ski fields. We are a 30 minute drive to Porter Ski Field and Mount Cheeseman. The cottage is part of the main house but has its own entrance, car park and amenities. Russellburn Farm has been in “The Anderson Family” for over a 100 years. The original cottage is also over 100 years old but of course has been modernised for comfort. The view to the hills is breath taking. There is ample parking. The Cottage is on a working farm where cattle are grazed. Orchards are also around the farm; these include apples and nashi pears. There are several ponds and creeks located around the property. The Games room is a spacious area that allows for snooker games, socialising, reading (books and magazines are on the book shelves) or just watching a movie cuddled up by the fire. All wood is supplied. The kitchen and dining area is also a relaxing space to read by the fire or to just sit and have a coffee or wine. This is a great area for the adults while the kids have their own separate space in the Games Room. There is rural Broadband available. This is a great place for adults and children to relax and enjoy the peace. But if action is what you like then there are a range of attractions and activities available within in a 20km radius. The Village of Springfield The Maori name for Springfield is Tawera. At the foot of the Southern Alps, 65 kilometres (40 min) west of Christchurch, it is the most westerly town of the central Canterbury Plains. Springfield has a long association with the Midland railway line. Springfield is situated in the foothills, less than an hour from the centre of Christchurch on State Highway 73 (The Great Alpine Highway). The town has a Gothic Revival architecture church dedicated to Saint Peter, designed by the architect Cyril Mountfort. It was the birthplace of Rewi Alley, notable for his work in China in the mid-20th century. There is an extensive memorial dedicated to him, located in a small reserve off the main road. It includes a large stone carving and a number of panels giving details of his life. On 15 July 2007, a statue of a giant pink doughnut was erected to promote the upcoming movie, The Simpsons Movie. Springfield is a significant stop on the TranzAlpine train journey across the Southern Alps on the Midland Line.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: No pets
No pets
Amenity: Linen: please enquire
Linen: please enquire
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
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: Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible 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: Pool Table
Pool Table
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: Trampoline
Trampoline
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Broadband
Broadband
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Bedroom
Amenity: Cot Available
Cot Available
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture

Bed layout

1 Queen(s), 1 Bunk(s), 2 Single(s)

Special Amenities

From the deck enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding hills. The Cottage has private gardens to admire from the two decks around the house. Enjoy the two blazing fires, one in the games room and the other in the kitchen, dining space. Wake up to the sounds of the bird chorus.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

• Fishing at the Waimakariri • Attending the many District A & P shows. The closest is in Sheffield which is usually held in March of each year. • Skiing is at Porter Heights Mount Cheeseman • Broken river Ski Area 6.3km away • Lake Lyndon for fishing/ boating and swimming • Castle Hill- Kura Tawhiti Conservation Area 20.3km away • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve 21.8 km away • Home Bush Stables 16.7km 2142 Homebush Road | R D 1 Darfield, Darfield 7571, New Zealand • Oxford Museum 21.4km • Alpine Jet thrills- +64 800 263 626 • Washpen Falls 24.4 kms- 590 Washpen Road, Darfield 7572, New Zealand

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
18 total reviews

Nicci Reid
Nice country cottage. Enjoyed the surrounding area. Thank you for the stay
SARAH GEDGE
We had a lovely time at this cosy cottage. The fireplaces were well-stocked and kept the house warm, and the games were a huge hit with our kids! Very spacious home and beautiful surrounds. Thanks for a great stay!
Response from Owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave this great feedback. All the best from the Team at Russelburn Cottage.
TRISHA HODGSON
We loved staying at Russellburn Cottage with the cosy log fires and big night skies. Close to Porters ski field and just under an hour to Christchurch. We're looking forward to staying again soon.
Response from Owner
Thank you for taking the time to leave this great feedback. We look forward to hosting you again soon. All the best the Russellburn Cottage team.
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Availability

Rates

Date rangeRatesMinimum stay
1 Jan - 31 Dec $175 / Night for 6 guests1 Night
Rest of year$175 / Night for 6 guests2 Nights
1 Jan - 31 Dec
$175 / Night for 6 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
Rest of year
$175 / Night for 6 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights

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