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Diamond Harbour Hideaway

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A view of a lake with boats, surrounded by hills and greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a fireplace.
A neatly made bed with a checkered blanket, two pillows, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in oven, microwave, and stainless steel range hood.
A calm lake with boats and a dock with surfboards.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 12 guests with 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Families can enjoy ocean views from the balcony and patio while engaging in nearby adventure activities like scuba diving and waterskiing. The property is located near Church Bay and Lyttelton Harbour, with golf facilities available for sports enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Diamond Harbour, Canterbury
  • Place, Church Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Gondola
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Diamond Harbour Hideaway

***WINTER SPECIAL 3 NIGHTS FOR THE PRICE OF 2***
Diamond Harbour Hideaway has two self contained flats. The top and ground floor flats can be rented separately or you can rent the whole property.

The downstairs flat has internal access from the top flat or uses external stairs. It has 3 double bedrooms and the decks off the dining and living areas.

The upstairs flat has 2 double bedrooms and bunk beds. It has views from the balcony and living areas over Purau Bay and Ripapa Island and out to the Lyttelton heads.

Diamond Harbour Hideaway is conveniently located, being just a short walk to the local restaurant/bar and ferry. Diamond Harbour is only 40 minutes from Christchurch either by car or bus-and-ferry.

Special conditions:
Minimum rental applies - 7 days over Christmas New Year.
Linen supplied for all beds.
Special rates for 3 night stays during winter. ($1000 for property or $600 for one flat)
Rates are GST inclusive
The property is not fenced for children.
Please enquire if you are wanting to rent one flat only for up to 6 people

Extras: Cleaning ($100.00 per stay per flat) Linen (included)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young children need to be supervised outside.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20003202
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Diamond Harbour

Located in Diamond Harbour, this holiday home is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hagley Park and Church Bay, while The Court Theatre and The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Christchurch Adventure Park and Tamaki Heritage Village. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Diamond Harbour, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Church Bay - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 22 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Christchurch Gondola - 25 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Sumner Beach - 30 min drive - 12.1 km
  • New Brighton Beach - 32 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 53 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Sign Of The Kiwi - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Brigittes Sumner - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Diamond Harbour Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Diamond Harbour Hideaway?

As of 29 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diamond Harbour Hideaway on 6 November 2026 start from NZ$1,408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Diamond Harbour Hideaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Diamond Harbour Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Diamond Harbour Hideaway?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Diamond Harbour Hideaway located?

This family-friendly Diamond Harbour holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church Bay and Lyttelton Harbour. Port Hills and Victoria Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Hide

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You can travel the world to find one of the best places is just over the hill.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the view as soon as we walked in and decided this was the place we wanted to live.

What makes this property unique

Only a 40 minute drive to Christchurch but a world away

Languages:

English
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