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Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.

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A living room with two grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase.
A garden with a rock formation, pebbles, and various plants.
A kitchen with a stainless steel stove, a sink, and a window with a view of a brick building and a wooden deck.
A patio with a table and chairs under a canopy, surrounded by a wooden fence and various plants.
A neatly made bed with a dark brown headboard, white bedding, and two decorative pillows. There are bedside tables with lamps and a mirror on one side.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Woodend, Canterbury
  • Place, Darjon Vineyard
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaiapoi Food Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Northbrook Wetlands
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master bedroom, upstairs

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Woodend

Located in Woodend, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Darjon Vineyard and Rangiora Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lilybrook Centre and Northlands Shopping Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Aqualand New Zealand, or check out an event or a game at Woodford Glen Speedway. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Woodend, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Darjon Vineyard - 4 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Kaiapoi Food Forest - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Northbrook Wetlands - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Woodford Glen Speedway - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • The Groynes - 11 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Artisan Rangiora Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Worx - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fresca - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus. on 20 November 2026 start from NZ$381, 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 Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus. located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kaiapoi Food Forest, Aqualand New Zealand, and Lilybrook Centre. Geisha Road Amenity Area and Waimakariri River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy and well set up.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay. Lots of space. A lovely peaceful outlook. Warm and comfortable. We keep coming back. Margie a great host, lots of nice touches which make us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Always great to see past guests returning. And once again the house left very clean and tidy by these lovely ladies. So glad you enjoyed your stay Catherine and welcome back any time !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay, close to Chch but out in the country. Woodend Beach also close by and was stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was good, near enough to the campsite where everyone else was.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2026
Good to hear and tank you for leaving everything in clean and tidy condition
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing stay at this farmhouse in Woodend. Margaret was fantastic with communication from start to finish and made everything as smooth and easy as possible.The photos and description honestly don’t do the property justice, it was even better than we anticipated. The house was beautiful, comfortable, and had everything we needed, and everyone in our group loved their stay.We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be back again next year. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a great review. We were very happy to hear that everything worked well for the group and would be more than happy to host such great guests again in the future...., everything was left tip top! ! Much appreciated.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is beautifully presented and was very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Thanks Lana, happy to hear the house worked well for you all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We had an awesome time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review , it’s always good to hear our guests have enjoyed their stay. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house was immaculately clean and fresh bedding and towels. The hosts are lovely people. Great location and really peaceful rural property close to everything we needed. Thank you. Karen and Colleen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
Thank you Karen. So happy to hear that you had a good stay. thank you so much for leaving everything beautifully clean and tidy. Welcome back any time. Kind regards
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

The house was clean tidy and everything was great, happy to recommend staying there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay. Clean and tidy. Comfortable beds and good showers. Well supplied, we had everything we needed. A lovely log fire to relax in front of on a cold day was the icing on the cake. Margie a thoughtful and communicative host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thanks Catherine, Im glad you had an enjoyable stay and thank you for leaving everything clean and tidy. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!! House was roomy and comfortable. Garden was amazing!! Margaret was a kind and responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2026
Meghan and friends were great guests. They left the house clean, neat and tidy. Thanks for staying Meghan and welcome back any time. Hopefully the weather will be better next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for large groups, many bedrooms and complete bathrooms.Beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2026
Thank you Clara for taking the time to leave a review. It's always great to hear their stay has met guests' expectations and worked well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Woodend stay

Loved it!Great place. great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2025
Great guests, left the house very clean and tidy. Welcome to come back and stay again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Great stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2025
Thanks James for taking the time to write a review, we’re glad you had a good stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Stay

Lovely place clean and tidy with a beautiful fire and plenty of wood
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

What an amazing property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was set up ready for our stay. Good communication with the owner before the visit. Beautiful accommodation. Felt like a country retreat but easy driving distance to shops etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Beautiful stay in a beautiful home

Very spacious home in a beautiful setting. Comfy beds and all the home comforts you are likley to need
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

The house and location was perfect for what we needed , would 100% recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2025
Thanks Login . Welcome back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very nice. Accommodated 8 of us comfortably. Clean and tidy. Close to where we wanted to be. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was easy to cook in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2025
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. And thank you for leaving everything clean and tidy. Hope the golfing went well! Regards Margie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another relaxing stay

Our second time at this property. A lovely house to have time away at. Nice places to walk to. Well equipped, always clean and tidy, comfortable beds, and nice and warm. I am sure we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2026
Thank you Catherine.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

The place was perfect for our extended family who had gathered for a funeral. Gorgeous fire & plenty of space & bathrooms for everyone. Short drive to Woodend Beach which we loved too. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay! Highly recommend!

We will definitely be back if we are ever in the area again. Margaret was amazing. Everything was well organised, and the rooms were spotless, with fresh linens. We were impressed by how clean and well-maintained everything was. If you are looking for a clean, welcoming, and well-kept place to stay, this is the spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property

Great location, you feel well away from everyting, but you are only 10mins from Rangiora. So much space in the house, great layout, everything you need. Awesome place to sray.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2024
Hi Ineke, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and it was lovely to meet you all . Thanks for your positive feedback.
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