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Up from the Beach on Smith Ave
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
- Place, Akaroa Museum5 min walk
- Place, Linton The Giant House6 min walk
- Place, Akaroa Wharf8 min walk
- Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)84 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master Suite
1 King Bed
Sun Room
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Up from the Beach on Smith Ave
Renovated Villa located just up from Akaroa’s main beach, centrally located offering all day sun and great view. Good access with plenty of parking. Open plan living area opens up onto generous decking and patio area and sheltered garden setting.
Sky TV please bring own HMDI card.
Internet at this home - code instructions at the home.
This property is within 2 minutes down to the centre of the village of Akaroa and all it offers, and is well suited to those wanting to explore the beautiful Bank Peninsula region.
Tourist activities include both dolphin watching and swimming with dolphins, guided kayaking, fishing and swimming, hiking, walks and a relaxed village around which you can just stroll and enjoy the views, the people, the atmosphere...
There’s a good children’s playground if travelling with children, beaches for playing in and a pleasant drive by car to the outer bays of the Peninsula will find some of the best unspoiled beaches in Canterbury. Banks Peninsula even has a couple of hidden surfing spots which are world renown. The village also boasts a decent sized supermarket, many cafes, and a host of wonderful restaurants. The safe bay also offer great walks and hikes, along with boutique shopping, galleries, wineries and the famous Barry Point cheese factory.
Akaroa is 1,5 hours from Christchurch city, and has a regular mini-bus service operating between Christchurch City, and both the International and Domestic airports if you’re arriving from another city.
Special conditions:
Small boat parking area available at street
3rd bedroom is at end of hallway
HDMI bring own card for sky.
Extras: Cleaning ( NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Sky TV please bring own HMDI card.
Internet at this home - code instructions at the home.
This property is within 2 minutes down to the centre of the village of Akaroa and all it offers, and is well suited to those wanting to explore the beautiful Bank Peninsula region.
Tourist activities include both dolphin watching and swimming with dolphins, guided kayaking, fishing and swimming, hiking, walks and a relaxed village around which you can just stroll and enjoy the views, the people, the atmosphere...
There’s a good children’s playground if travelling with children, beaches for playing in and a pleasant drive by car to the outer bays of the Peninsula will find some of the best unspoiled beaches in Canterbury. Banks Peninsula even has a couple of hidden surfing spots which are world renown. The village also boasts a decent sized supermarket, many cafes, and a host of wonderful restaurants. The safe bay also offer great walks and hikes, along with boutique shopping, galleries, wineries and the famous Barry Point cheese factory.
Akaroa is 1,5 hours from Christchurch city, and has a regular mini-bus service operating between Christchurch City, and both the International and Domestic airports if you’re arriving from another city.
Special conditions:
Small boat parking area available at street
3rd bedroom is at end of hallway
HDMI bring own card for sky.
Extras: Cleaning ( NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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About the area
Akaroa
Akaroa is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Duvauchelle Showgrounds, while Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
What's nearby
- Akaroa Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Linton The Giant House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Akaroa Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Artisans Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Akaroa Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Akaroa Corner Cafe - 8 min walk
- Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - 7 min walk
- Crater Cafe Akaroa - 5 min walk
- Grand Hotel - 12 min walk
- The Common - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Gina B.
15 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Ray T.
22 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ray T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sanjay P.
19 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanjay P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Juanita K.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Juanita K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Liz J.
21 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Liz J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Carmel R.
18 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carmel R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Charles B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing weekend
Paul M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Raymond H.
27 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome, beautiful little spot...fully enjoyed every moment....will definitely book again
Raymond H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Wendy J.
7 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Wendy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home
Heather D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Phil S.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Phil S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
7 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend in Akaroa
Sue W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amarlie V.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Amarlie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kate W.
4 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stage
Kate W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine B.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Geraldine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
17 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Paul B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cavel C.
18 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay.
Cavel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Madeline E.
13 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and close to everything!
Madeline E.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Hayley R., Ashburton
28 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Hayley R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joanna K., Anchorage
21 January 2019
What a lovely view and superb location!
Joanna K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
Graham H.
28 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay at Akaroa
Graham H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lee A.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home!
Lee A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela R.
25 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely view and birdsong
Angela R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Akaroa Rental Homes
What makes this property unique
Sunny and Warm
Languages:
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