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The Empty Nest

Geraldine

Located in Geraldine in the Canterbury region, The Empty Nest has a garden. The property features garden views. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The 1-bedroom guest house is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Stand alone tiny cottage with bathroom, fridge, microwave. Very comfortable bed, electric blankets. Clean, everything felt new and worked well. Fiona was friendly and helpful, although there wasn’t need for any help as the cottage had everything.

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9.4
Wonderful
169 reviews
Price from
$85
per night

Christchurch Airport House

Christchurch

The homestay provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a shared bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. Every unit includes a balcony boasting an outdoor dining area. At the homestay, each unit has bed linen and towels. Perfect for those seeking something close to the airport. Everything you need to rest comfortably. The space is clean, comfortable, with a great view and small kitchenette. I'd highly recommend and would definitely use again.

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9
Wonderful
360 reviews
Price from
$74
per night

Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite Only

Rolleston

Featuring garden views, Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite Only provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 24 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Among the facilities at this property are private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Orana Wildlife Park.

The homestay is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The homestay features a sun terrace and a barbecue. Awesome location and a really comfy bed! We really loved the amazing value for money.

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9.4
Wonderful
138 reviews
Price from
$67
per night

Cave Rock Guest House

Sumner

Situated 3 minutes' drive from the centre of Sumner, in the Canterbury Region, 11 km from Christchurch, Cave Rock Guest House boasts a barbecue and views of the sea. Free private parking is available on site. Great hosts. Even allowed us to use their surf boards.

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9.2
Wonderful
259 reviews
Price from
$92
per night

Lincoln Country Dream

Lincoln

Offering a garden and garden view, Lincoln Country Dream is situated in Lincoln, 27 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 27 km from Canterbury Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Wonderful accomodation, very friendly owner and lovely cats!

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9.4
Wonderful
117 reviews
Price from
$98
per night

Gorgeous Villa, 9 mins from Airport

Christchurch

With free WiFi, this homestay offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Rachelle is a lovely caring host. She went out of her way to make my daughter feel welcome. She is flexible and would recommend to anyone.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

LilyのHome Elegant Retreat near Riccarton Mall

Riccarton, Christchurch

The kitchen has a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The homestay offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Christchurch Railway Station is 1.3 km from the homestay, while Canterbury Museum is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 8 km from LilyのHome Elegant Retreat near Riccarton Mall. Hosts were very attentive to needs and making my stay wonderful.

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9.3
Wonderful
20 reviews
Price from
$83
per night

Halfmoon Cottage

Akaroa

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Halfmoon Cottage features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This homestay offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The homestay provides garden views and a picnic area. This is a delightful place. The owners are friendly & helpful. They work hard to keep up a beautiful old house along with gorgeous flower gardens. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. They had lots of suggestions of places to visit. The location is convenient to Akaroa, about 12 km away,’and very close to the water.

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9.5
Exceptional
61 reviews

The Cabin

Twizel

Located in Twizel in the Canterbury region, The Cabin provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and garden views. Guests can make use of a garden.

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Cute little place in the middle to Twizel, close to all things in the area. Very clean and had all we needed in a compact space. Nice patio that you can enjoy a glass of wine or dinner. Very well done with clear instructions on anything you might need.

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9.3
Wonderful
60 reviews
Price from
$99
per night

The Bunkhouse

Waiau

Featuring garden views, The Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 39 km from Mt. Lyford. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. That is a place which is designed, not just built.

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9.5
Exceptional
90 reviews
Price from
$67
per night

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