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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Springfield, Canterbury
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Waimakariri River
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room w 2 double bunk beds

2 Single Bunk Beds

Main double bedroom w ensuite

1 Queen Bed

Second double bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Main

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Torokiki bach - a place to rejuvinate

Welcome to our little slice of paradise - Torokiki - set in the foothills of the Torlesse Tussocklands between the Kowai Bush and Lord's Bush reserves, near Springfield.

Torokiki (meaning to sprout afresh, re-establish, regrow) is the perfect place to wind down, read a book, walk through the bush reserves, or explore the wider area. The Waimakariri River, Mt Oxford, ski fields and walking and MTB tracks are all close by, while central Christchurch is only an hour away.

At the bach you'll find super-comfortable beds, a well equipped kitchen with complimentary tea and plunger coffee, gas hob and outdoor pizza oven, wood burner. well-stocked bookshelves.

There's a TV with DVD player with some old favourites to watch, or play one of the many board games available. There's no wifi available so bring your smartphone for internet access - One NZ and Spark coverage is reasonable.

The bach, sleeping up to 8 in 2 doubles and 4 single bunk beds, is a separate, private wing attached to the main house, with tenants who are very quiet and private.

Relax and enjoy.

Property manager

Catherine and Jeremy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are no cots for very young children
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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
Please respect the privacy of the owners in the main house next door

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

About the area

Springfield

Located in Springfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Hororata Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve. Waimak Alpine Jet and A and P Showgrounds are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Springfield, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 35 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Waimakariri River - 55 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 92 min drive - 86.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Springfield Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Highway Cafe & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Station73 Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Yelloshack Cafe Springfield - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Springfield Hotel - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Torokiki bach - a place to rejuvinate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Torokiki bach - a place to rejuvinate?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torokiki bach - a place to rejuvinate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Torokiki bach - a place to rejuvinate located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Waimakariri River and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Waimak Alpine Jet. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Korowai - Torlesse Tussocklands Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

annie v.

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

Great bach!

Great accommodation, spotlessly clean, excellent host who went over and above our expectations. Beautiful setting, Great for a group. We were in Christchurch for a wedding close to the accommodation - location was perfect. We were in yow
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene A.

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

Mountain bach

We loved our time at the bach - we loved the elevated location with great views, the quiet, the birdsong, and the stylish comfort of the bach itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ma L.

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

Awesome piece of paradise.

Beautiful house which suited us perfectly. Only minutes from Springgield but felt a world away. Native bush walk (Kowai Bush) a stones throw away. Great outdoor areas overlooking the train line. Waves from people on the Fresh banana brad on arrival enjoyed on a trek the next day. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cat P.

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

Beautiful, peaceful bach

We had a lovely few days at this very well-appointed bach. It had everything we needed and more (pizza oven!)Thanks Jeremy and Catherine for a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

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

Lovely!

A beautiful and well-maintained space. Fabulous layout for two semi-independent parties to be able to come together whilst having their own space. Well-equipped kitchen with HUGE oven and stove top. Lots of large, east-facing windows and doors that open onto a spacious deck and lawn so easy to basque in the early-morning sun. Great to wave to the folks on the Trans-Alpine twice each day, and to see all of the recently planted native trees in and around the property. Fantastic power shower and cast-iron bath, and easy communication with the property owners. I would not hesitate to recommend Torokiki to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don F.

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

A mountain escape only 1 hour from town!

Stayed 3 nights at Torokiki, could have stayed longer. Private, warm, and comfortable with great views and the occasional train marking time for us. A magic spot. Thanks so much Jeremy & family. Hoping to make it back with the elders in tow, now we know how easy it all is. Cooking wood fired pizzas (in a thunderstorm!) was great fun and more than accounted for our problems understanding the oven controls. Hard to fault though really, our only suggestions would be some instructions on using both indoor and outdoor ovens, and a small file of maps & brochures about surrounding walks and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle G.

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

Beautiful Home

Thanks so much for a lovely stay. We had everything we needed and the property was beautiful. A nice short trip from Christchurch. Loved the pizza oven!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam G.

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

Excellent stay

Very comfortable, cosy and clean. Loved it so much that this was the 2nd time we went. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great hidden gem

Such a lovely spot to escape the city. Beautiful location and views around the property and a lovely cosy house with the fireplace filling the place with warmth. Great place for a large family or group of friends, the bedding arrangements were perfect and so comfy. Just overall a great stay and would highly recommend. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luc R.

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

Great stay!

Perfect spot, very clean and tidy and easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Josh G.

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

Quiet Stay, Conveniently Positioned

Great property, everything we needed and served as a good base for a week between Christchurch, the Waimak River and Canterbury High Country.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Ski break

Stayed for a couple days skiing. Nice spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sam H.

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

Lovely Stay.

Great Location . Only 35 mins from porters ski feild.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Athena K.

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

Comfortable spot

We came here to enjoy the club fields, no accommodation was any closer as it was last minute but we didn’t mind as still only an hour away. The photos really do not do this place justice, it is such a cool spot. Everything you could need, warm (once the fire is roaring). Be prepared to be cold at first if you stay over winter. It’s super accommodating to families but we would stay here with just friends also. Train track is close by but does not disturb your stay and it became a highlight of our stay for our daughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

The listing doesn't do Torokiki justice!

We loved staying at Torokiki. The bach is much larger than it looks in the photos, and more comfortable. Lovely beds and bedding, a great kitchen with excellent knives and pans (so often not the case!). We loved the fire and the heating - although it does take some time to heat up the rest of the house we didn't mind playing cards by the fire while the radiators warmed the house. Lovely showers and a huge bath. We loved hearing and seeing the trains go past - there are only a couple a day if that. Also loved seeing the full moon and sun rise. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

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

A Gem

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Torokiki. Lovely log burner was cosy and warmed the the whole bach via the radiators. Scenery was spectacular and the six of us found it relaxing and enjoyed using the pizza oven. Would thoroughly recommend this home away from home .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tim C., Lower Hutt

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

Clean and comfortable but with very firm beds

It was an unpleasant surprise on receiving the entry instructions to only then be told that the bach is attached to another tenanted property and right next door to the railway tracks. The tenants did keep to themselves but we did hear them through the wall of the bedroom and didn't have the same feeling of complete privacy we were looking for. Also, we were disappointed to find what looked like all fairly new beds were a soft topper layer over very firm mattresses that felt comfortable for the children but quite uncomfortable for adults who all felt very achey the next day. One adult preferred to sleep on the sofa. The house was cold the first night as the radiators in the bedrooms took several hours to get mildly warm and two bedrooms had no alternative heating, so we kept the doors open to get heat from the fire in the lounge. There was no hair dryer. Other than that though it was all good - the water pressure was great (great showers), the linen was good quality and clean, nice towels, the kitchen well appointed, the lounge comfortable, a great selection of games, books and DVD's, double glazing to keep the property warm, nice big bedrooms, a good supply of dry firewood and a very peaceful outlook from the deck (at least when trains were not going past), so four stars overall but we wont be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

martin s.

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

Plenty of room

This place is away from all the crowd and you can relax here
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam G.

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

Absolutely perfect

We absolutely enjoyed staying at this bach over Easter with our kids and friends, wished we had been able to stay longer. Super comfortable and warm, quality appliances and everything well set up and organised. Stylish, homely and clean accomodation with amazing views. We’re looking forward to going back at some point. Really enjoyed our stay, was a perfect city getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Weekend in the country

Clean, well appointed and great location. Good base for activities in foothills and skifields.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby H.

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

Lovely Waitangi Weekend stay

We had a great time staying at Torokiki Bach. The location is stunning and the Bach has everything you need for a relaxing time away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jess N.

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

Great weekend away

Really enjoyed our stay at this bach, very comfortable and cozy. The listing didn't make it obvious that it was attached to another dwelling, and we were missing paper and kindling to light the fire. Other than that, had a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anneke B.

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

Very nice set up

We loved this space, really nice comfortable interior renovation and well set up with everything you could need. Excellent communication from host. Great views of mountains and lovely short bush walk at end of the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Wellington

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

Great country retreat

We had a great time at the bach with a roaring fire and great views. Perfect place to explore the surrounding area and chill out reading and playing games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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