Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8

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A wooden table with a bottle of wine and two glasses on a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains.
A residential area with houses surrounded by dense greenery and hills.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a clock on the wall.
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of a hilly landscape. A dark-colored sofa and a wooden dining table with chairs are positioned near the window.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the backyard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Akaroa Museum

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Linton The Giant House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪112 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Akaroa

Located in Akaroa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds and Akaroa Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Dolphins and Akaroa Golf Club. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Linton The Giant House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Artisans Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aihe Restaurant & Bar - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8 on 1 Dec 2026 start from NZ$1,080, 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 Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Akaroa Holiday Home. Spacious, sunny, harbour views and close to town. Sleeps 8 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Akaroa holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Artisans Gallery, Akaroa Museum and St Patrick's Catholic Church. Garden of Tane and Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
House was lovely and had everything we needed. View is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and accommodating. The house is comfortable and has everything you need. Great views and location. We look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views and very comfortable accommodation

Would definitely stay here again, great location and perfect for our needs. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Comfortable spacious great views great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thanks for your great review - we are delighted that you enjoyed yourselves. All the very best, Sue for John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views

Stunning views just a short, steep walk from town. Beautiful spot!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway

Lovely outlook in nice quiet spot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Property amazing with stunning biews over Akaroa. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Wonderful facilities and wonderful view
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views

Stunning views of the town, well appointed kitchen and lovely living space. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view in spacious home

Property was spacious, clean, with a truly outstanding view and amenities. Hosts were gracious with good and responsive communications. One of the best stays we had in NZ and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything and more

Such an idyllic location and a property with everything needed for a relaxing stay. Highly recommend every aspect of this home. Comfy beds, cosy house and all amenities well maintained and available. Thank you John and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Akaroa 14 Settlers Hill

Everything you want is there to make for an enjoyable and comfortable stay. Heavier drapes in upstairs bedroom would be great for light sleeps. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fabulous location

An extremely well located property, in a quiet cul de sac. Very comfortable beds and other than washing machine & hair dryer (both listed as available on Home & Away website) a well appointed house. Wonderful to sit on the deck with a glass of wine & watch the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

Amazing view, needed some maintained, but made them aware and they are willing to fix what’s needed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Million dollar views

Thanks for a great stay - the house was immaculate, and lived up to the photos! A+++
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house and location.

Fantastic views over akaroa harbour, well appointed and clean house, lovely comfortable bed, relaxing and cosy, no hesitation in booking this property again, but for longer next time, only con, no access to the washing machine, laundromat not far away but no drying rack, our problem really as we wash every day, could have stayed there for 2 wks no worries.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Spectacular view

The house was wonderful- well stocked and very comfortable. All we heard was birds singing- no traffic noise. Surrounded by garden and blossoms. And we have never stayed in a place with such a spectacular view.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr Allen

Beautiful property with an incredible view looking back over the water and all of Akaroa. Would 100% recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location

Views

Fantastic view’s wonderful walk into village, Felt linen needed to be updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable stay in great location

Good heating, lovely bed with great view in master bedroom, well equiped kitchen and large dining and lounge areas also with great views of the harbour. Dishwasher needs replacing or fixing - very hard to start. Not recommended without a car.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Louise, Thanks for your feedback, will pass onto owner Re; Dishwasher
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

Lovely property up on the hill overlooking Akaroa. Lots of space and located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Property has a great kitchen and I really enjoyed cooking dinner whilst enjoying the sunset. A couple of areas for improvement would be having access to laundry facilities and there didn't seem to be a hairdryer in the house so my hair was wild and crazy for the duration of my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Lee, Many thanks for taking the time to review your recent stay at John's home - we really appreciate it. Thanks also for your comments for improvement. I will ensure that John takes note. Pleased that you enjoyed the home, especially the kitchen. Take care. Warm regards, Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Can't find a better view of Akaroa

The wrap around deck is the star of this property with perhaps the best view in town from its hillside perch. Very spacious and comfortable. Despite the instructions, we couldn't figure out how to run the dishwasher but that wasn't a big deal. One suggestion is to update the VRBO description - it lists the property as having a washer and dryer but these are not available for use. Ended up washing a few things by hand. We'd recommend this house without hesitation and will look to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to review your stay at John's home Steven - we really appreciate it. I will pass your comments onto John. All the very best. Sue
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful home with fantastic views. Felt like we had an absent roommate.

Beautiful home with expansive deck and windows overlooking Akaroa and the harbor. Very comfortable furnishings and bed. Check-in was nice and easy with John’s daughter-in-law introducing us to the house. Towels and sheets were nice and of good quality. We had a bit of a feeling that we were sharing the house with an absent roommate, since our host rents the house when he is away, and we would often find, while looking for something or a place to store things, his personal items in drawers and cupboards. This didn’t cause any problems, but future potential renters might want to be aware of it. Similarly, there could have been more effort by the cleaning staff to get the nooks and crannies cleaned of crumbs, etc. Overall, the home was quite clean on first impression, and we enjoyed the living areas and the deck, but the kitchen counters and cabinets weren’t quite up to the quality of the rest of the house. The washer and dryer, which were supposed to be included, were in the garage, and we did not have a key to access them Akaroa is a lovely town and highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and spacious inside and out with fantastic views. Well equipped and highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

What an incredible place to stay. We didn't want to venture out because of the view. Tidy and well presented, perfect even if the weather isn't the greatest. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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