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Tranquil Family Retreat

Tranquil Family Retreat

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Tranquil Family Retreat
View from main driveway
Master Bedroom - King Size Bed and opening doors onto deck area
King Bedroom
Sun-drenched Queen Bedroom with small private side deck

Overview of Tranquil Family Retreat

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Museum16 min walk
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Wharf3 min drive
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Lighthouse4 min drive
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Room

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sun-Drenched Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil Family Retreat

A perfect family destination or quiet get-away for one or more!!
Set on park-like grounds with room to run & play, while surrounded by vast native bush, you soon get the feeling of being miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still only a stones throw from the renowned Akaroa beach, cafes & shops and amazing restaurants.

If you're after a bit more of the Peninsula, hop in the car an take one of the many Tourist Drives around the area - visit Pigeon Bay, Hickory Bay, Okains Bay, Barrys Bay (for great cheese) or pop into some of the gorgeous local wineries all only minutes away.

This cute stone cottage has all the enjoyable necessities for a great break away.
Three comfy bedrooms with their own heaters on colder nights, a heat pump/air conditioner to keep everyone comfortable, large kitchen with dishwasher makes holidaying a breeze!
Enjoy the long summers on the veranda cooking on the BBQ and watching the native birds dart and chat in the surrounding bush.

Three comfortable bedrooms rooms provide the following layout;
Bedroom One: Queen Bed
Bedroom Two: King Bed
Bedroom Three: Single Bunks & a king single bed

Set on a mostly flat piece of section with driveway to the house makes this property relatively easily accessible for most.

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.

Extras:
Cleaning - $75 additional per stay
Linen - as we are a holiday home, you are able to bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillowcases/hand towels etc). Alternatively you may hire this at $20 / person. Please advise at time of booking if you would like this option added.

Property manager

Simone

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Takamatua

Located in Takamatua, this holiday home is near the beach. Banks Peninsula Track and Fishermans Bay Garden are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Ellangowan. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Map
Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum - 16 min walk
  • Giant's House - 2 min drive
  • Linton The Giant House - 2 min drive
  • Akaroa Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
  • Harbar - 16 min walk
  • Aihe Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - 16 min drive
  • Akaroa Fish & Chips - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Family Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Family Retreat ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Takamatua holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Museum and Giant's House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped and felt like home
Our bach was very, very well equipped! It was homely and incredibly clean. We had a lovely time - thank you Tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little Cottage
We loved this little spot, hidden away from the main part of Akaroa but accessible enough to town. The Cottage was quite tidy, relatively modern and well equipped for our stay, great for kids and adults alike. Simone’s communication was fabulous and it made for a seamless stay. Would definitely recommend and look to book again. 👍🏼
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful spot!
The house was clean, modern and well equipped. The walk to Akaroa was easy and enjoyable, with several other walks to choose from as well. Children's Bay was a great place for a paddle. Thanks Simone I'd love to visit again one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, great house
Perfect for family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful experience we had staying here. The house was the perfect retreat for our holiday!
A beautiful, clean and tidy home away from home. We LOVED the location in amongst the beautiful trees with native birdsong along with the lovely green lawn for the kids to play on. The walk from there to Akaroa was so beautiful and a real highlight. The home had everything we needed and was beautifully presented. Such a special place. We would LOVE to come and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Simone

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We are a family who love the seaside and the beauty Akaroa has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage has a uniqueness about it where it is safe to play and huge space to run around and play family games outdoors, as the native bird life fills the air - piwakawaka (fantail), Kereru (wood pigeon), tui, cows in the distance often heard mooing.....
This is serenity all wrapped into one amazing setting.

What makes this property unique

Removed from the hustle of town, it is quite and peaceful, yet only a short 10min stroll brings you into Akaroa town.
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