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Huntsbury Hideaway, Cottage with amazing views

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Canterbury
  • New Regent Street
    8 min drive
  • Fava Cafe
    15 min walk
  • Christchurch Railway Station
    17 min drive
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    29 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Huntsbury Hideaway, Cottage with amazing views

Follow the winding path to the bottom of the garden where you will find the Huntsbury Hideaway cottage. From its exclusive spot nestled on the hillside you have sweeping views out to sea, over the city to the alps & into the port hills.

The Huntsbury Hideaway is a boutique 2-bedroom cottage that can accommodate up to 4 people in two luxuriously furnished queen bedrooms, complete with wardrobes. Each room has its own unique view. The sumptuously lit bathroom boasts a large shower under a skylight.

The fully equipped kitchen allows you to create a full meal, heat up takeaways or simply have a wine and cheese platter. Enjoy delicious antioxidant rich drinking water on tap from the Kangen machine water filter. Relax on the couch in the lounge, a serene space, with large bifold doors that can be opened onto the verandah to really soak in the expansive views. On a sunny day, the outdoor table and chairs on the verandah provide the perfect cool spot to enjoy food and drinks and soak up the view. Stepping down from the verandah is a courtyard surrounded by a garden of natives and fruit trees.

The cottage is built to passive house standards for comfort in all seasons and has a ventilation system to ensure a pleasant temperature and good air circulation. There is also a heat pump/air conditioning unit to ensure you can heat or cool the space on the rare occasions that it is required.

Location:
The Hideaway is located on Huntsbury hill overlooking Christchurch City, with stunning views out to sea. Wake up to the sun rising over the ocean and prepare for a day of relaxation or adventure. There are an abundance of activities right on your doorstep from our secluded spot.

* There is a bus stop at the gate which takes you directly into the city centre where you can explore the many restaurants, earthquake memorial, Riverside Market, the Art Centre, Art Gallery, The Museum and Botanic Gardens, or take a ride on the Tram.

* Huntsbury reserve, just a short walk up the road, you will find mountain biking, walking and running tracks which will take you up to the summit road, where you will have breathtaking views over Governer’s Bay and, and access to the Traverse track which leads you west toward the Christchurch Adventure Park or East towards Rapaki Track and out to Godley Head.

* Tussock Hill Vineyard & Cellar Door Restaurant is a 3 minute drive uphill to the top of Huntsbury Ave and only 1.1km or a 20 minute walk. They are only open during the day and have a menu of delicious sharing plates and locally grown wine.

Other things to note:
There is on street parking only for this accommodation. Access to the cottage is from the street past the main house. The cottage is located discreetly at the bottom of a large section and is private from the main house.

When the cottage is booked for two people I will only make up the main bedroom and the second bedroom will be locked to reduce unnecessary extra cleaning. If you need two separate rooms for two individuals please let me now when you book so that I can make up both rooms.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Lyttelton Harbour. A kitchen and a patio are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • 13 minutes by car from Lyttelton Harbour and 5 minutes from Port Hills

Property manager

Anna

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Huntsbury Hideaway, Cottage with amazing views Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S., Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Location, Fantastic Views
We stayed as two couples for two nights. The property was well taken care of and in a quiet/intimate location. Great views overlooking the City. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cleavon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible View & Fab Host
Absoloutely enjoyed our stay at the cottage and Anna made us feel right at home when we arrived. The cottage was well stocked with amenities and spotlessly clean. Obviously great care is taken to ensure this cottage is ready for every guest arrival and the cottage is very up to date with a big fridge and lots of storage. We will definitely like to stay again at this lovely cottage. Thanks Anna for sharing your little piece of heaven with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne van H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Way worth it
I wish I could give more stars. We will definitely use this bach again. The cottage was clean. and the views of Christchurch from the porch are amazing especially at sun rise and sun set.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage, Spectacular View
My wife and I were delighted to stay at the Huntsbury Hideaway. Convenient, private, modern cottage with spectacular views. With many nearby trails for great hiking yet only 15 minutes to the City Center; it was an easy place for us to prepare great meals and to relax and the start and end of each day.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Hideaway
Absolutely amazing property and location, with stunning views. Everything about this place was perfect. The bus stop is outside to take you in to Christchurch. Some lovely walks from the property, if you like hills!!
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023