Close to central Christchurch (15 minutes once on the new Motorway),'The Shepherd's Cottage' is a charming, fully furnished 20 year old cottage .It is suitable for older people, couples and families whose children are Intermediate age upwards only. It is not suitable for children who are younger than this. It is new but old as it was built in part using rimu salvaged from the builders grandfather's cottage. It has been redecorated giving a nod to the late 1890's, the time when the original cottage was built. It was previously the family holiday home in Queenstown but was transported to Rolleston in 2020 and sited in its own section and is now set up again as a holiday home.It is fully fenced and has a colourful cottage garden. This renovated and refurbished cottage is a relaxing place to stay for a night or two while touring the South Island , or stay a bit longer and enjoy a vacation locally. It is a great base from which to visit Canterbury's attractions. Are you older? You will enjoy the added features such as the new lounge furniture that has been tailor made to a comfortable height. The bathroom has easy access and a new higher toilet The shallow steps to the cottage provide easy access with a handrail for safety.