10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
27 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Lyddington
Christine H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Entire home·Private host
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Fernside, Canterbury
- Rangiora Racecourse20 min drive
- International Antarctic Centre40 min drive
- Hagley Park41 min drive
- Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)42 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.
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage
Lyddington Cottage is a charming rustic mud-brick cottage sitting in a large hillside country garden with spectacular views of the mountains and surrounding farmland.
At only 25 km from Christchurch International Airport and 11 kms from Rangiora township it offers a wonderful country holiday destination.
The layout of the cosy sun-bathed cottage makes it ideal as either a couple’s retreat or a family holiday destination . It has two downstairs bedrooms, one with a separate door leading into the communal bathroom and the other with a queen bed. Upstairs is an open mezzanine loft which has a double bed in a curtained alcove. This can cosily sleep 2 but Is probably better for one, there is also a sofa/day bed which can sleep one.
A wood-burner warms the cottage during the winter months with a heat pump as back-up.
An outdoor table and chairs and outdoor sofas enable you to enjoy the sun at all times of the day, There is also an outdoor heater and a barbeque
Guests have 20 hectares of hills and orchard over which to roam while garden lovers can ramble in Lyddington Garden which holds one of the largest old-rose collections in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Ashley River runs below the property and offers hours of family fun with swimming holes and biking along the stop banks .
The cottage is a good base for a number of day-trips: Arthurs Pass and the Canterbury ski-fields, the hot pools in Hanmer Springs, the Waipara vineyards and days in the surf at Waikuku or Woodend beaches as well as hiking on Mt Thomas across the river.
Pets are welcome but the cottage is not fenced for dogs. As there are sheep in the adjacent paddocks and ducks and poultry in the garden dogs must be on a lead.
There are a number of ponds in the surrounding gardens and farmland which are not fenced and this should be noted if bringing small children.
Pets are welcome but guests are asked to keep them off the furniture. As there is no pet-fencing at the cottage and farm livestock all around, dogs must be secured in the cottage, supervised at all times and kept on a leash when walking on the property.
The cottage has its own driveway and is very private but If any assistance is needed the Lyddington homestead and the owners are only 200m away through the garden..
At only 25 km from Christchurch International Airport and 11 kms from Rangiora township it offers a wonderful country holiday destination.
The layout of the cosy sun-bathed cottage makes it ideal as either a couple’s retreat or a family holiday destination . It has two downstairs bedrooms, one with a separate door leading into the communal bathroom and the other with a queen bed. Upstairs is an open mezzanine loft which has a double bed in a curtained alcove. This can cosily sleep 2 but Is probably better for one, there is also a sofa/day bed which can sleep one.
A wood-burner warms the cottage during the winter months with a heat pump as back-up.
An outdoor table and chairs and outdoor sofas enable you to enjoy the sun at all times of the day, There is also an outdoor heater and a barbeque
Guests have 20 hectares of hills and orchard over which to roam while garden lovers can ramble in Lyddington Garden which holds one of the largest old-rose collections in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Ashley River runs below the property and offers hours of family fun with swimming holes and biking along the stop banks .
The cottage is a good base for a number of day-trips: Arthurs Pass and the Canterbury ski-fields, the hot pools in Hanmer Springs, the Waipara vineyards and days in the surf at Waikuku or Woodend beaches as well as hiking on Mt Thomas across the river.
Pets are welcome but the cottage is not fenced for dogs. As there are sheep in the adjacent paddocks and ducks and poultry in the garden dogs must be on a lead.
There are a number of ponds in the surrounding gardens and farmland which are not fenced and this should be noted if bringing small children.
Pets are welcome but guests are asked to keep them off the furniture. As there is no pet-fencing at the cottage and farm livestock all around, dogs must be secured in the cottage, supervised at all times and kept on a leash when walking on the property.
The cottage has its own driveway and is very private but If any assistance is needed the Lyddington homestead and the owners are only 200m away through the garden..
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Loburn Domain. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a fireplace in the cottage.
- Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
- 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Sequoia Reserve and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Oxford Gardens Esplanade
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Rangiora cottage is smoke free.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Spices
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Day bed
- Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite service
Outdoor areas
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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)
General
- Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
- This property does not allow children.
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.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Charming Mudbrick Country
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage Cottage
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage Rangiora
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage Cottage Rangiora
Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Stuart M.
9 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic, country charm
Three nights, in spring school holidays, at this unique, excellently-equipped cottage, effectively resets the mind into calm. It's only a short drive from Rangiora. You are spoiled with scenic views of incredible gardens, rolling paddocks dotted with sheep, and brooding mountains in the distance. There is total privacy, really comfortable beds, and a warming fire in the fireplace for the evenings. The owners are unintrusive, respectful and very obliging. Lyddington is a must-visit .... I was sad to leave.