Oxford Holiday Cottage is a modern, two bedroom, self-contained, self catering cottage set on our 10 acre lifestyle block with mountain views in Oxford, North Canterbury, New Zealand. We have very friendly chickens and three steers on the property.
The cottage is lovely and warm - perfect for that weekend getaway, holiday, ski trip or when visiting family in Oxford. (Sleeps up to six). Now with fast WiFi!
The holiday cottage is modern & fully furnished to a high standard, it has a spacious open plan living area, two bedrooms & a bathroom. The cottage is cleaned to a high standard and we take the time to iron the bedsheets. Towels are also provided.
Due to previous issues WE NO LONGER ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR BRIDAL PARTY GROUPS attending weddings or other wedding related events.
The cottage is lovely & warm with high levels of insulation, perfect for that winter getaway. There is plenty of firewood & the log burner can be lit for your arrival. There is a heat pump for heating or air conditioning. Check out our website for more information.
The kitchen is fully equipped - complete with electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine, clothes dryer, tub, gas hot water, toaster, sandwich toaster, kettle - all you need for a relaxing break! Tea & coffee are provided & milk on arrival. Guests can use our BBQ on request.
The lounge area has a log burner, tv with freeview, dvd player & cd player/radio. Wi-Fi is available. Smoking or vaping is not permitted inside.
The main bedroom contains a queen sized bed, wardrobe, drawers & bedside cabinet. Sink into the feather pillows and enjoy a relaxing stay in the country!
The second bedroom contains a double bunk bed (double bottom, single top), single bed, large drawers & bedside cabinet. The bathroom has a shower, toilet, hairdryer, heater & vanity.
There is an outside play area for children (slide, swings, fort, tyre swing, trampoline). A porta cot, baby bath and baby toys are available on request. You can feed the chickens, watch the cattle (3 steers). There are also goats, sheep, horses and a peacock in the neighbouring properties.
We don't allow domestic pets but we may be able to accommodate horses if you are attending an equestrian event in the area. Advance notice is required.
Close to Waimakariri golf course, Oxford & View Hill tennis courts, kayaking at the Waimakariri Gorge and Ashley gorge or Waimakariri River, hiking, mountain biking....
We are a great alternative to a Hotel, Motel or B&B with plenty of space inside and out! The fire will keep you toasty warm in winter, perfect after a day of skiing or snowboarding at Mount Hutt or Porters. The cottage is only 7 minutes drive from Oxford township.
Our house is 30 metres from the cottage. We also have a tiny house available (approx 12 metres from the cottage). Relax & unwind, feed the chickens, watch the cattle, explore the forest & enjoy our little piece of paradise that is New Zealand!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Burnt Hill
Located in Burnt Hill, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. A and P Showgrounds is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waimakariri River and Fowler Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
How much does it cost to stay at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres?
As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres on 28 April 2026 start from NZ$175, 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 Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from A and P Showgrounds and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Waimakariri River. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Fowler Reserve are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful host and fast communication. This is the second time we have stayed here and can 100% recommend it, very quiet and the log burner was a bonus. Thanks for lighting it for us :)
A quaint self contained and well positioned cottage that allows immersion into country life with steers over the fence and chooks running around - great for a bit of entertainment! Obviously a well loved home which was very clean and comfortable. Very quiet and comfortable sleep.
Tons of space and all amenities make this house a wonderful place to stay. A very pleasant rural spot with nice mountain outlook. Friendly and very helpful owner. The house is immaculate and has everything needed for stay of any duration.
Oxford township (restaurants, bars & galleries) is close, as is the Waimakariri Gorge.
All up a great stay.
We enjoyed this VRBO. It is in an idyllic country setting. So peaceful and relaxing. Janette was a fabulous host. The property is exactly as described and was spotlessly clean. We highly recommend it.
Kimberley H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andre W.
9 January 2019
Absolutely perfect getaway with everything you'd need
We had an absolutely wonderful stay and regret we couldn't extend our stay there. We will definitely stay here again in the future if we happen to be in the area. It was clean, cozy and well kept and organized. The homeowners are super friendly and the small town of Oxford is just minutes away. This is a modern homestead with everything you would need for a perfect getaway.
Thank you again for hosting us.
Andre W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thanks for the great review Andre! It was lovely to meet you and your parents and we're glad you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you all. Enjoy the rest of your holiday in NZ and we hope to see you again in the future.
This was our second recent stay. Everything was as promised in the listing. The cottage was sparkling clean and Janette and family were welcoming and appreciative we booked again. Overall we would rate this cottage as superlative; 6/5 and would recommend it to anyone wanting to stay/ explore the Otaga area .Jan and Phill
We stayed on two occasions recently and would rate our stays at six stars.Cottage was everything promised in the listing. Totally set up for cooking and relaxing. It was sparkling clean and nicely decorated. The welcome we received from Janette and her family made us feel special. Great advice on attractions in the area, some fresh free range eggs and the nightly chicken roundup and family ball scrum made us feel at home.Would absolutely stay here again.Jan and Phill
Janette and Simon have a magic little spot with glorious glimpses of mountain ranges. We loved our stay in the cottage. It was so cosy with the wood stove and cooking facilities were great. Perfect location to do what we wanted which is walk in the forests and view the mountains. Oxford is a lovely town for coffee and meals.
Great Art Gallery there. Good supermarket.
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Exceptionally clean house and accommodating hosts. A memorable experience. We would love to come again some time. Thank you!
Michelle B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
You are more than welcome, thanks for your lovely review! It was lovely to meet you all, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Hope to see you again some time.
Verified
8/10 Good
P S.
16 March 2019
Very warm and tidy.
Lovely hosts and Cottage. Will be even better when there is perhaps some privacy screening from the main house and maybe some outdoor seating.
P S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
About the host
Hosted by Janette Griffiths
Meeting guests from all around the world is the best bit about hosting! it's nice to show guests our little piece of the world.
Why they chose this property
We enjoy the peace and quiet of rural life and the mountain views. The star gazing is amazing here! (Oxford Forest is a Dark Sky Reserve). The supermarket is approximately 5 minutes drive away, so grabbing essentials is not a problem. Christchurch city is just a 45 minute drive away as is Porters Ski area and Castle Hill.
What makes this property unique
Mountain views, very friendly chickens and cattle to watch. We are set back from the main road and have plenty of space for children to enjoy the outdoors. There is an outside play area for children. We live in a separate house on the property and are happy to help with anything during your stay.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests