Secluded Romantic Cottage with Picturesque Bay Views on South Island's Banks Peninsula

Cottage in Akaroa, South Island

2 guests • 1 bed

4.8
1 reviews

This secluded and romantic cottage is located in Akaroa, South Island, on the coast of the Banks Peninsula. It can accommodate two guests.

There is one bedroom and one bathroom. The bedroom has a queen-size bed. The wheelchair-accessible bathroom comes with a toilet, a sink, and a combined shower and bathtub. Linens, towels, and toiletries are provided.

In the living room, guests will find nice furniture, a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and a wood-burning fireplace. There is also a book library and a workspace with a computer and printer. The fully-equipped kitchen comes with a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a coffeemaker, and a stove and oven. Other amenities include heating, cable and satellite, wireless internet, a washer and dryer, and an iron and ironing board.

Outside, there is a private back deck with a dining area and a BBQ grill. The deck provides picturesque views of the bay, as well as the surrounding mountains, forests, and volcanoes. Guests will have access to lush blooming gardens around the cottage.

The cottage has a private entrance for guests. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace. Guests will enjoy free Wi-Fi and an ethernet connection inside the cottage. Free parking is available onsite.

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Features and services

Beds

  • 1 Queen-size bed

Most popular features

  • Breakfast included

  • Wi-Fi/Internet

  • Shared Kitchen

  • Bathtub

  • Heating

  • Fishing

  • Microwave

  • Fireplace

  • Fridge

  • Wildlife watching

  • stove

    Stove

  • Water sports

  • barbecue

    Shared Barbecue

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • Bicycle rental

  • Wine tasting

  • Supermarket

  • Yoga

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Where you will stay

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Akaroa, South Island

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Scenic views
This glamping site is a self-contained, totally private waterfront property that is situated just two kilometers from the village of Akaroa. Set in 15 hectares, or 39 acres, of gardens, native bush, and coastline, the wheelchair-accessible property has spectacular views of Akaroa's harbor and hills. Additionally, the property is located just 80 kilometers from Christchurch International Airport.
Activities near Akaroa
  • Water sports

  • Biking

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • surf-board

    Stand-up paddleboarding

  • Climbing

  • Fishing

  • Boating/Sailing

  • Wine tasting

  • Yoga

  • Wildlife watching

The cottage is conveniently located on the Banks Peninsula, meaning guests will have plenty of opportunities for hiking and biking along gorgeous coastline and volcanoes. They can go on guided bushwalking tours and view unique wildlife like penguins.

The cottage is waterfront so guests will have easy access to the bay for kayaking, boating, fishing, and sailing. They can walk down the famous Akaroa Harbour for cruise tours, where they can watch pods of dolphins swim by in the waves.

Guests can head into Akaroa Village for shops and restaurants. They can taste wine at nearby vineyards, and tour the mosaic gardens at the eclectic Giants House. Nature lovers can visit the Hinewai Reserve for hiking and bushwalking on several trails cutting through rugged mountains, rolling hills, and lush forest. These trails are excellent places for photography, birdwatching, and viewing wildlife.

Guests can take day trips to Christchurch, the largest city on South Island. They can visit art galleries and botanical gardens, tour historic churches and museums, or ride bikes along the Avon River.
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Property reviews

4.8 overall rating
Overall experience
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Activities
3.0
Nature surroundings
5.0
Uniqueness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
1 Review

Things to know

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: Flexible

  • Check-out: Flexible

House rules

  • No infants allowed
    Under 2 years old

  • No children allowed
    2-12 years old

  • No pets allowed

  • No smoking

  • No parties

  • No events

  • Some spaces are shared

Cancellation policy

Moderate

Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before check-in day

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Additional info

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets are not allowed.

Guests are allowed to check-in as early as they want and check-out as late as they want.

The cottage is not family-friendly. It is not suitable for parties or special events.

The cottage is wheelchair accessible.

Longterm rentals are allowed.
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