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Authentic log chalet serene and secluded with outdoor spa
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 6
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Lyford, Canterbury
- Mount Lyford
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
- Mount Cookson
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd bedroom
1 Double Bed
master
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
downstairs
Toilet · Shower only
upstairs
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Authentic log chalet serene and secluded with outdoor spa
Manuka Lodge is the best hidden treasure ever! Tucked away in a dead end road surrounded by native bush this characteristic log chalet offers superb privacy. It has an outdoor spa and 2 large sunny decks with rustic furniture. Manuka Lodge is often used for wedding nights for it’s romantic and secluded location.
Manuka lodge is a pearl of a log cabin… with all the luxuries supplied from outdoor spa to dishwasher and a fantastic DVD selection to relax by on a rainy day. The living area is not big but cozy with a logfire and built-in fireguard. The chalet has a well equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, stove, big fridge/freezer etc. The downstairs bathroom has a shower, toilet and basin. Upstairs is the master bedroom with a comfortable queensize bed and an extra ‘gaming’TV.
A second small bedroom offers a double bed. On the open mezzanine are a double, a single and a trundler. Manuka lodge can handle 6 adults max – just let us know if you want to bring children (max 3). The mezzanine opens up to a balcony, a great place to have your morning coffee.
The outdoor deck area is absolutely superb with, besides the spa, a rustic macracarpa table and bench and on the far deck another modern diningtable. 2 comfortable cape cod chairs can make you dream away… Plenty of space for sunbathing, just surrounded by private bush. Note that the spa is a bonus but not a given (due to unforseen circumstances it is not always operational). A track takes you down to Lulu’s creek – great for a little play on a hot day.
The fireguard and stairgates make this chalet very childfriendly.
Your group will have exclusive use of the lodge during your stay.
Note that bedlinens are not standard included but can be arranged on request. No cell phone coverage or wifi: that is why you want to be here !
Manuka lodge is a pearl of a log cabin… with all the luxuries supplied from outdoor spa to dishwasher and a fantastic DVD selection to relax by on a rainy day. The living area is not big but cozy with a logfire and built-in fireguard. The chalet has a well equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, stove, big fridge/freezer etc. The downstairs bathroom has a shower, toilet and basin. Upstairs is the master bedroom with a comfortable queensize bed and an extra ‘gaming’TV.
A second small bedroom offers a double bed. On the open mezzanine are a double, a single and a trundler. Manuka lodge can handle 6 adults max – just let us know if you want to bring children (max 3). The mezzanine opens up to a balcony, a great place to have your morning coffee.
The outdoor deck area is absolutely superb with, besides the spa, a rustic macracarpa table and bench and on the far deck another modern diningtable. 2 comfortable cape cod chairs can make you dream away… Plenty of space for sunbathing, just surrounded by private bush. Note that the spa is a bonus but not a given (due to unforseen circumstances it is not always operational). A track takes you down to Lulu’s creek – great for a little play on a hot day.
The fireguard and stairgates make this chalet very childfriendly.
Your group will have exclusive use of the lodge during your stay.
Note that bedlinens are not standard included but can be arranged on request. No cell phone coverage or wifi: that is why you want to be here !
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lyford
Located in Mt Lyford, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. A Maze N Golf is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Stewart and Mount Lyford. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lyford, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Kaikoura Beach - 61 min drive - 78.5 km
- Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 61 min drive - 78.8 km
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Hosted by Claudine Barnes

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