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Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, books, music library
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch

Perched above Christchurch in the leafy hillside suburb of Cashmere, this architecturally designed retreat is bathed in all-day sunshine & showcases breathtaking views. Stylish, spacious & thoughtfully designed, it features multiple living areas and expansive decks for seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Just minutes from the city yet wonderfully private, this tranquil haven lets you unwind among the trees, soak in the views & enjoy the soothing sounds of native birdsong while you relax in style.

THE SPACE:
The property is a two-storey, architecturally-designed home set on a hillside above the city.

Light, bright and spacious with amazing views in leafy surroundings, the house provides plenty of space for even large groups to relax in comfort and style with 4 large bedrooms (1 x King, 3 x Queen, 1 x sofa bed). An upmarket, unique and comfortable home with plenty of space in beautiful surroundings.

⭐ Best of both worlds: Proximity to the city + privacy and space in tranquil surroundings.
🌴1000 sqm of gardens including water features and extensive native & subtropical plantings.
🌄Multiple decks, pergolas, balconies and sunny outdoor spaces to take in the stunning views.
🛜 Multiple living areas , high-speed wifi and dedicated workspaces: ideal for corporate groups.
🛋️Two separate lounges with Smart TVs (55’ and 50”) and Netflix included.
🍴Large kitchen with 90cm oven, convection cooktop and lots of appliances (Nespresso machine, blender, air-fryer, sandwich press...).
🎵 Sunny, spacious upstairs lounge includes soundbar, subwoofer and Bluetooth LP player
🛁Two bathrooms (1 bathtub), 2 separate toilets and laundry with big Bosch washer and super-efficient Panasonic heat pump dryer.
🐦Enjoy the sounds of native birdsong and the stream running through the property.
☀️Two large heatpumps, panel heaters, solar power, double-glazing & extensive insulation: cosy and comfortable in any weather!


Please note: due to safety hazards (open waterways, trip hazards, high walkways, etc) and easily damaged plantings, the property may not be a good fit for children. We do ask that children are always supervised by an adult in the gardens.

As parts of the property are steep and slippery, please note any “no entry” signs for your own safety and the protection of growing plants and nesting birds.

GUEST ACCESS:
Check-in is fast and easy using our smart lock.

You will have the entire property to yourself – there are no hosts onsite and no spaces shared with anyone other than the people in your group.

There is free off-street parking available for two cars on our parking deck. We recommended reversing onto the cardeck as this makes it much easier to get out.

Our street is steep and narrow, so generally not recommended for vans or large vehicles. If you have large vehicles or more than 2 cars, please contact us for parking advice.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Although this is a two-storey house, the upper floor is at street level so can be accessed without stairs.

We have a motion-activated security camera on each of the entrances and one on the parking area for our guests' peace of mind. There are also a few cameras in the gardens to monitor wildlife in the area. Cameras are not monitored but recordings can be retrieved if needed. There are no cameras inside the house.

Unfortunately, due to host allergies we are unable to accommodate any pets (including assistance animals).

As the house is set amongst a number of trees, there will often be a lot of leaves around the property. These build up very quickly so despite sweeping of driveways and decks between guests, you should always expect that there will be some leaves around.

Our rubbish bins are small and only collected once every two weeks. Feel free to use the bins for any rubbish accumulated during your stay but these cannot be used for rubbish brought from elsewhere as we just do not have enough space.

Property manager

Nikki and Chris

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Christchurch, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Wolfbrook Arena - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Cathedral Square - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 14 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Mosaic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Armadillo's Beckenham - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Emperor's New Clothes - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch located?

Located in Cashmere, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Anglican St. Augustine's, Christchurch Adventure Park, and Victoria Park. Clearwater Golf Resort and Port Hills are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Sunny Architecturally-Designed Retreat: Spectacular Views Across Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seb K.

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

Great stay

Cool house, great vieuws, close to the city an mtb park. We had a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christime M.

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

Fabulous Tree House Stay

Our family absolutely loved the property. Amazing views over the city. We had everything needed and appreciated the milk and other items left for us to use. Thanks Nikki and Chris.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Pleasant & Warm Property

The house is warm and comfortable. Although it is the owners' normal residence they had packed away most of their personal items which was thoughtful. There are two tanks of quite large tropical fish but that's fine if it is your 'thing'. We ate out but if we'd wanted to have guests for a meal this would have been challenging as the crockery items were tailored to the number in our family. Lots of outdoor living space and the garden is really interesting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022