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Christchurch Retreat

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Room
Bathroom
Beach
Property grounds
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cass Bay, Canterbury
  • Place, Port Hills
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Gondola
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Christchurch Retreat

Self contained studio in Cass Bay (Christchurch's best kept secret!) with amazing hill views (sea glimpses only from the studio), beautiful harbour views from the gate and 200m to the beach! Cosy king sized bed, luxury bathroom, incredible bath with hand-made bath bomb waiting for you & mini kitchenette. The perfect place to relax! Private & quiet. Access coastal walkways & the beach via a private track. 5 mins from Lyttelton & 20 mins from the center of town. Light breakfast included.
Relax, unwind & recharge whether you are a Christchurch local looking for a beach get away or from out of town. Perfect for summer or a cosy winter escape.

We require all guests to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please send us verification of this in your booking message.

Mini kitchenette includes- fridge, microwave, jug, large bench space, no sink. Large luxury bathroom includes- incredible deep bath, shower, vanity & toilet. Small private courtyard with hill views complete with table & chairs. A light continental breakfast is included for each morning of your stay. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate (& marshmallows of course), milk, cereals & fruit are provided. The studio is located on the ground floor of our home & is a totally separate quiet & private unit.

PLEASE NOTE There is a stone path way & 8 stairs to access the studio as we are on a hill site so our studio maybe not suitable for you if you have mobility challenges.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Suitable for babies & toddlers if bringing a bed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7194538
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Christchurch

Located in Cass Bay, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Ferrymead Heritage Park and Bridge of Remembrance are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Tannery and Eastgate Mall. Caddyshack City and Margaret Mahy Playground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Cass Bay, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Port Hills - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lyttelton Farmers Market - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mount Cavendish - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Christchurch Gondola - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 32 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sign of the Takahe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nom Nom Restuarant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Christchurch Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Christchurch Retreat?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Christchurch Retreat on 17 December 2025 start from NZ$126, 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 Christchurch Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Christchurch Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Christchurch Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Christchurch Retreat located?

Located in Cass Bay, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Port Hills and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lyttelton Harbour. Christchurch Gondola and Ferrymead Heritage Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin s.

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

Overnight stay

We stayed one night here while in chch doing errands. It was clean, tidy, and warm. Lovely bath which was a real treat! This place was perfect for somewhere to crash. Lovely area with the pretty bay and boats.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary R.

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

Beautiful Cass Bay

Welcoming hosts, quick response to email enquiry via contact host service. Lovely bathroom. Short distance from the shore and a short walk to some lovely swimming beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise N.

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

A gem of a place

A gorgeous place to stay. Warm, clean, modern, and stylishly decorated. Lovely breakfast provided too. Very handy to Lyttleton and an easy drive into Christchurch city. Will definitely stay again next time we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Lovely wee hideaway.

Clean and compact, close to Lyttleton. Would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

We wanted somewhere quiet and peaceful away from the stress of the city but not to far away,

I would go back, amazing bath, everything you could possibly want for a relaxing weekend, only fault was no TV, I didn't mind but my partner did lol.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2021
Thanks so much for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. There is now a TV in the studio! Sorry you guys missed it by about a week. We hope you can stay again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy C.

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

Comfortable and suited our requirements

Very accommodating
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CECILIA R.

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

Lovely stay.

Clean, modern and well presented, with lots of special touches and extras. Great bathroom. Thank you. (Maybe a toaster would have been good :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Marta H.

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

Lovely Spot

The location is great - the walks from the retreat were lovely. Overall the place was clean but no pillow protectors were used which is not hygienic, there was no cover over the mattress base, and the sheets were thin and didn't quite cover the mattress - I think they are just too small. We were a bit surprised to find this as the photos looked great. The tiny fan heater was the only heating supplied, so the room stayed quite cold. We didn't receive any instructions for check in so we sent the owner a few messages throughout the day with our updated arrival time- on text and through bookabach, but didn't get a response. We arrived at night and nobody was home - everything was locked up and we had no keys. We sent another message through the app then finally got in touch with the owner and were given the lock box code.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Excellent

Very modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice E.

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

Nice property

Very clean & well stocked/ appointed. Oranges & granola cereal with milk was provided.

About the host

Hosted by Megan and Dan

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