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Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home

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A wooden deck with a picnic table, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a lake with RVs parked nearby.
A spacious living area with a dining table, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television.
A room with a television on a stand, a chair, a bunk bed, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a table.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Duvauchelle Showgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home

Just across the road from sparkling Duvauchelle Bay is Bay Bliss, a 2-bedroom holiday home in peaceful Akaroa.

Bay Bliss is completely wheelchair accessible on request, with a lift on the side of the house to the deck, a roll-in bathroom and living across one level. Sleeping up to 5, relax in comfort here with air-con and BBQ for summer stays, and a heat pump on hand for cooler months.

The sunny deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, as you watch the peaceful harbour and rolling hills. Bay Bliss is a great place for those who are wanting to relax in the Duvauchelle area, away from the hustle and bustle of central Akaroa.

Unwind here and enjoy the serenity with the knowledge that Akaroa township is just 10-minutes drive away, perfect for shopping and delicious restaurants!

An evening stroll along the waterfront is the best way to end the day.

Welcome to a truly blissful getaway at Bay Bliss!
As the property has unfenced access to the bay, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.

Please note the garage is not available for guest use.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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 # 9286885
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Duvauchelle

Located in Duvauchelle, this holiday home is near the beach. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument.
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Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Duvauchelle Showgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Wainui Banks Peninsula - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Thai Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tīni Gin Bar & Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home?

As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home on 17 July 2026 start from NZ$331, 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 Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Duvauchelle Showgrounds and Akaroa Golf Club. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

6.0
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Jon M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not clean at all, owners belongings were there even in the fridge. Undies etc in the dresser , wardrobe in use. Shower scrubber in shower. Not acceptable. This was weird !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are very sorry to hear about the issues you encountered and understand how uncomfortable and unacceptable this would have been. Personal items should never be left in spaces guests are using and this falls well below the standard we expect. Our local manager has already reviewed the situation and has made the necessary adjustments to ensure this does not happen again. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Reputation and Resolutions Coordinators.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Water watch in the bay

Great wee property close to the water. Warm
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rhonda T.

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

Sweet bach with potential

This bach is well situated in Duvauchelle, which is close to Akaroa but much quieter. The beach is stoney and good for water sports and shell hunting. There is a camp ground adjacent with a playground, which we found useful. It is small but functional. Positives: recently renovated, well-appointed kitchen, comfortable beds. Lovely and sunny, also with black-out blinds and an air-conditioning unit. Negatives: this bach feels very much like somebody's family bach. There was a lot of unnecessary items and accumulated kitchen goods and could really be cleaned out to create more space. It would have helped for the owner's personal items to be put in a locked cupboard so it was clear what was free for us to use and what was theirs. The bathroom is very simple - a shower in what feels more like a laundry. No bathroom sink, just a laundry-sink. Furniture was dated but functional. The bach is a little pricey for what it is, especially the breakdown of agency fees (for instance for linen use).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

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