10/10 Excellent
Jacinda T.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacinda T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Toasty retro pad | 3-min to hot pools | Pets OK
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hanmer Springs, Canterbury
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve5 min walk
- Hanmer Heritage Forest12 min walk
- Conical Hill18 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Garden Room
1 King Bed
Kids Bedroom 2
1 Large Single Bunk Bed
Kids Bedrrom 1
1 Large Single Bunk Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Toilet
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Toasty retro pad | 3-min to hot pools | Pets OK
Step into a nostalgic mid-century dream just a 3-minute stroll from the legendary Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools. At Seventeen On Cheltenham, we’ve dialled in the perfect mix of 70s cool, family-friendly vibes, and modern comfort. Whether you're kicking back by the log fire, flipping steaks on the BBQ, or binge-watching on the 65” Smart TV, this retro retreat is made for max relaxation and good times.
Perfect for families, couples, or a getaway with your crew – with room for up to 8 guests (plus the furry ones), you’ll be set for a legendary Hanmer stay.
🌟 Top Amenities That Guests Love:
🔥 Cosy log burner with firewood and firelighters provided
❄️ Two heat pumps to keep things comfy year-round
🛁 Only a 3-minute walk to the Hanmer Springs hot pools
🐾 Dog-friendly setup with secure fencing and outdoor bowls
☕ Coffee bar with grinder, espresso machine, plunger & retro mugs
📺 65" Smart TV + fast Wi-Fi + board games & books
🛌 Four comfy bedrooms with king beds, bunk beds, and loft bunks
🍳 Full kitchen with gas hob, air fryer, blender & dishwasher
🔋 Wireless phone charging in main bedrooms
🚿 Two bathrooms + “forgot something?” amenities basket
🧺 Laundry with washing machine, dryer, drying racks
🔥 Outdoor firepit, BBQ and seating for 8
🚗 Off-street parking for 3–4 vehicles, garage + carport
👶 Free porta cot available (BYO bedding)
🛋️ Living Room – Cosy Meets Cool
Walk into the heart of the house – the retro-inspired living room. Kick back on the three-seater, two-seater or one of two comfy occasional chairs. With a log burner as the centrepiece, this room is all about warmth and style. A built-in bookshelf, retro coffee table, and sunlit window seat set the mood for lazy afternoons and long reads.
Enjoy a flick on the 65” Smart TV, set up your laptop at the dedicated workspace, or crack out the board games and books. Step straight out to the backyard through the sliding doors for that breezy indoor-outdoor flow that Kiwis love.
🛏️ Bedrooms – Sleep Easy in Style
Four bedrooms deliver stylish slumber for everyone in your crew:
🛏️ Two main bedrooms feature king-size beds with plush headboards, built-in wardrobes and drawers, and wireless charging stations. The master bedroom has an ensuite for added privacy and comfort. Electric blankets and extra throws keep things cosy.
🧸 Two kids’ rooms: One with king single bunk beds, the other with a king single bed and loft bed above. Both rooms include nostalgic Kiwiana artwork, portable rechargeable night lamps, and heaps of space for little explorers.
👶 Porta cot available for infants (BYO bedding)
🍽️ Kitchen & Dining – Whip It Good
Channel your inner MasterChef in the fully equipped kitchen. We’ve got a gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, air fryer, blender, and even a coffee bar complete with a grinder, espresso machine, Nespresso machine, plunger and frother. We supply beans – you BYO pods if that’s your thing.
Enjoy meals at the classic 70s rosewood dining table that seats eight. It’s made for slow breakfasts, shared feasts, and long evening yarns.
🚿 Bathrooms – Clean & Comfy
Two full bathrooms keep everyone fresh and sorted:
🧼 Main bathroom: Walk-in shower, separate toilet, and all the essentials like shampoo, conditioner, moisturiser, hairdryers, towels, and washcloths. (BYO pool towels for the hot springs).
🛁 Ensuite: Shower over bath and toilet, perfect for a relaxing soak.
Plus, there’s our cheeky little “Forgot Something?” basket – stocked with bits and bobs in case you left the essentials at home.
🌿 Outdoor Living – Chill or Grill
Step out back to your private, fully fenced oasis:
🍖 Four-burner BBQ with utensils
🪑 Outdoor table with seating for eight
🔥 Firepit for those crisp evenings (just keep an eye on the little ones!)
🐕 Secure yard perfect for kids and pets
It’s a great setup for morning coffees in the sun, summer evening grill-ups, or s’mores under the stars.
🧺 Laundry – Too Easy, Mate
Stay fresh with our in-house laundry setup:
🧼 Detergent supplied
🧺 Washing machine & dryer
☀️ Indoor drying racks + outdoor clothesline
🚗 Parking & Storage – Bring the Bikes
Plenty of space for all your gear:
🚙 One car in the garage
🚗 One under the carport
🛻 Two more up the driveway
🚴 Safe indoor space for mountain bikes
(Psst… the garage will be a games room soon – watch this space!)
🐾 Dog-Friendly Details
We’re proudly pooch-friendly, but ask for a few courtesies:
🐶 Best suited for smaller dogs
🛋️ Please keep dogs off furniture and beds (or lay down a blanket)
🥣 Bowls provided, but BYO dog bedding
🧼 Fully fenced for peace of mind – just no Houdinis, please
Ready to experience that warm, nostalgic glow and feel right at home in Hanmer Springs?
Perfect for families, couples, or a getaway with your crew – with room for up to 8 guests (plus the furry ones), you’ll be set for a legendary Hanmer stay.
🌟 Top Amenities That Guests Love:
🔥 Cosy log burner with firewood and firelighters provided
❄️ Two heat pumps to keep things comfy year-round
🛁 Only a 3-minute walk to the Hanmer Springs hot pools
🐾 Dog-friendly setup with secure fencing and outdoor bowls
☕ Coffee bar with grinder, espresso machine, plunger & retro mugs
📺 65" Smart TV + fast Wi-Fi + board games & books
🛌 Four comfy bedrooms with king beds, bunk beds, and loft bunks
🍳 Full kitchen with gas hob, air fryer, blender & dishwasher
🔋 Wireless phone charging in main bedrooms
🚿 Two bathrooms + “forgot something?” amenities basket
🧺 Laundry with washing machine, dryer, drying racks
🔥 Outdoor firepit, BBQ and seating for 8
🚗 Off-street parking for 3–4 vehicles, garage + carport
👶 Free porta cot available (BYO bedding)
🛋️ Living Room – Cosy Meets Cool
Walk into the heart of the house – the retro-inspired living room. Kick back on the three-seater, two-seater or one of two comfy occasional chairs. With a log burner as the centrepiece, this room is all about warmth and style. A built-in bookshelf, retro coffee table, and sunlit window seat set the mood for lazy afternoons and long reads.
Enjoy a flick on the 65” Smart TV, set up your laptop at the dedicated workspace, or crack out the board games and books. Step straight out to the backyard through the sliding doors for that breezy indoor-outdoor flow that Kiwis love.
🛏️ Bedrooms – Sleep Easy in Style
Four bedrooms deliver stylish slumber for everyone in your crew:
🛏️ Two main bedrooms feature king-size beds with plush headboards, built-in wardrobes and drawers, and wireless charging stations. The master bedroom has an ensuite for added privacy and comfort. Electric blankets and extra throws keep things cosy.
🧸 Two kids’ rooms: One with king single bunk beds, the other with a king single bed and loft bed above. Both rooms include nostalgic Kiwiana artwork, portable rechargeable night lamps, and heaps of space for little explorers.
👶 Porta cot available for infants (BYO bedding)
🍽️ Kitchen & Dining – Whip It Good
Channel your inner MasterChef in the fully equipped kitchen. We’ve got a gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, air fryer, blender, and even a coffee bar complete with a grinder, espresso machine, Nespresso machine, plunger and frother. We supply beans – you BYO pods if that’s your thing.
Enjoy meals at the classic 70s rosewood dining table that seats eight. It’s made for slow breakfasts, shared feasts, and long evening yarns.
🚿 Bathrooms – Clean & Comfy
Two full bathrooms keep everyone fresh and sorted:
🧼 Main bathroom: Walk-in shower, separate toilet, and all the essentials like shampoo, conditioner, moisturiser, hairdryers, towels, and washcloths. (BYO pool towels for the hot springs).
🛁 Ensuite: Shower over bath and toilet, perfect for a relaxing soak.
Plus, there’s our cheeky little “Forgot Something?” basket – stocked with bits and bobs in case you left the essentials at home.
🌿 Outdoor Living – Chill or Grill
Step out back to your private, fully fenced oasis:
🍖 Four-burner BBQ with utensils
🪑 Outdoor table with seating for eight
🔥 Firepit for those crisp evenings (just keep an eye on the little ones!)
🐕 Secure yard perfect for kids and pets
It’s a great setup for morning coffees in the sun, summer evening grill-ups, or s’mores under the stars.
🧺 Laundry – Too Easy, Mate
Stay fresh with our in-house laundry setup:
🧼 Detergent supplied
🧺 Washing machine & dryer
☀️ Indoor drying racks + outdoor clothesline
🚗 Parking & Storage – Bring the Bikes
Plenty of space for all your gear:
🚙 One car in the garage
🚗 One under the carport
🛻 Two more up the driveway
🚴 Safe indoor space for mountain bikes
(Psst… the garage will be a games room soon – watch this space!)
🐾 Dog-Friendly Details
We’re proudly pooch-friendly, but ask for a few courtesies:
🐶 Best suited for smaller dogs
🛋️ Please keep dogs off furniture and beds (or lay down a blanket)
🥣 Bowls provided, but BYO dog bedding
🧼 Fully fenced for peace of mind – just no Houdinis, please
Ready to experience that warm, nostalgic glow and feel right at home in Hanmer Springs?
Property manager
Matthew Still
Languages
Arabic, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
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About the area
Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs is home to this holiday home. Hanmer Heritage Forest and Culverden Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at A Maze N Golf and Marble Point Winery.
Hanmer Springs, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Chisholm Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- A Maze N Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Hanmer Heritage Forest - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Conical Hill - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Restaurants
- Alpine Village Inn - 6 min walk
- Sushi & Bowl - 6 min walk
- Rustic Tapas - 4 min walk
- Boulder Burgers - 8 min walk
- Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - 5 min walk
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10/10 Excellent
paul w.
3 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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paul w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Matthew Still
Meet Your Hosts – Matt & Jackie
Kia ora! We’re Matt and Jackie — longtime lovers of Hanmer Springs. For over a decade, we’ve been making memories here with our son and close friends, and always dreamed of owning a slice of this special village. After years of searching, we finally found the one — Seventeen On Cheltenham — and knew it was home the moment we walked in.
We’re outdoorsy types (you’ll catch us at Hanmer Park Run most Saturday mornings!) and we’ve poured our love into making this place as welcoming, comfortable, and fun as possible.
We genuinely want your stay to be something special. If something’s not quite right, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re just a message away.
Kia ora! We’re Matt and Jackie — longtime lovers of Hanmer Springs. For over a decade, we’ve been making memories here with our son and close friends, and always dreamed of owning a slice of this special village. After years of searching, we finally found the one — Seventeen On Cheltenham — and knew it was home the moment we walked in.
We’re outdoorsy types (you’ll catch us at Hanmer Park Run most Saturday mornings!) and we’ve poured our love into making this place as welcoming, comfortable, and fun as possible.
We genuinely want your stay to be something special. If something’s not quite right, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re just a message away.
Why they chose this property
Why Hanmer Springs?
We fell in love with Hanmer Springs over a decade ago — it’s our happy place. The village has the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, with something for everyone in the whānau. When we started looking for a home here, being close to the hot pools and forest walks was a must — and Seventeen On Cheltenham ticked every box. We’re just a 3-minute walk to the thermal pools, Conical Hill, and the charming town centre. Whether you’re soaking, strolling, or sipping coffee after Park Run, you’ll see why this spot is so special to us.
We fell in love with Hanmer Springs over a decade ago — it’s our happy place. The village has the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, with something for everyone in the whānau. When we started looking for a home here, being close to the hot pools and forest walks was a must — and Seventeen On Cheltenham ticked every box. We’re just a 3-minute walk to the thermal pools, Conical Hill, and the charming town centre. Whether you’re soaking, strolling, or sipping coffee after Park Run, you’ll see why this spot is so special to us.
What makes this property unique
What Makes Seventeen On Cheltenham Unique?
This isn’t your standard cookie-cutter holiday home. Seventeen On Cheltenham is a mid-century modern gem with a soul — full of character, comfort, and thoughtful touches. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warm, laid-back vibe we’ve created with a nod to the 70s (minus the avocado bathroom suite).
You’ll find plenty of space to unwind — indoors and out — whether it’s by the fire with a board game, firing up the BBQ on the deck, or playing a cheeky game of Petanque or Cornhole out back. The fenced yard makes it perfect for pups, and we’ve added all the extras we love when we travel: great coffee setup, comfy beds, Smart TV, and cosy nooks to relax after a soak in the pools (which are just a 3-minute walk away, by the way).
This place was designed for making memories — just like we’ve done for years with our family and friends.
This isn’t your standard cookie-cutter holiday home. Seventeen On Cheltenham is a mid-century modern gem with a soul — full of character, comfort, and thoughtful touches. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warm, laid-back vibe we’ve created with a nod to the 70s (minus the avocado bathroom suite).
You’ll find plenty of space to unwind — indoors and out — whether it’s by the fire with a board game, firing up the BBQ on the deck, or playing a cheeky game of Petanque or Cornhole out back. The fenced yard makes it perfect for pups, and we’ve added all the extras we love when we travel: great coffee setup, comfy beds, Smart TV, and cosy nooks to relax after a soak in the pools (which are just a 3-minute walk away, by the way).
This place was designed for making memories — just like we’ve done for years with our family and friends.
Languages:
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Indonesian, Norwegian, Swedish, Arabic, Croatian, Czech, Greek, Hungarian, Polish, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Swahili, Turkish
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