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The old bakery

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle
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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 315 sq m

Popular amenities

  • 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.

The old bakery

The Old Baker's Cottage
Located near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, this cute cottage, built around 1918, makes for an excellent centrally located place to stay in Christchurch. With a double and a single bedroom it is a great place for a couple or three people
The property is fully fenced; sunny and warm with an enclosed backyard. If any fruits and vegetables are ready for harvesting, feel free to pick some and use them in your cooking.
The cottage has recently had a make-over. New carpet was laid in both bedrooms and living area with new thermo-coated curtains covering the windows. All walls were painted and a new shower cubicle and toilet were installed in the bathroom. All add to a fresh and clean environment where it is a pleasure to stay. The cottage is fully furnished, cosy, rustic, and TV-free. Wi-Fi has been connected though. The heat-pump warms the whole house. All linen is provided.
The inner city of Christchurch, the Botanical Garden, Museums and Art Galleries (3km away) can be reached easily. Busses depart only 50 m away from the front door, on Colombo Street, the main road which runs through the city centre. A supermarket, a number of fast food outlets and public parks (one with playground) can be found within easy walking distance of the cottage.
Christchurch calls itself the 'Garden City' and looks pretty at any time of the year. A walk along the close by Heathcote River is a delight at any time of the year.
Christchurch is renowned across the country for its stunning mountain bike trails. The cottage is located near the more extreme tracks on the Port Hills and in Victoria Park. These areas also boost many walking tracks. The Christchurch Adventure Park is only a few km away. There's outdoor adventure to suit every level.

Property manager

Ellen

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 161 square feet

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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

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sydenham, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪5th Street - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Armadillo's Beckenham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bikanervala - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The old bakery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The old bakery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The old bakery?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The old bakery located?

Located in Sydenham, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Crossing, The Terrace, and Bridge of Remembrance. Riverside Market and Cashel Street Shopping Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The old bakery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Wonderful stay

Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

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

Sweet Stay

Quaint and comfortable place for family of three. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Charming cottage

Lovely cottage very warm, good price, everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

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

very cool place

cool and cozy too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie B.

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

Nice stay

Loved the retro cottage. Nice and quite and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard B.

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

Christchurch

We had a lovely stay. Ellen was very accomodating and communicated very well with us. The cottage was perfect for our needs and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Thank you

What a lovely place to stay in! So comfortable and clean, and very close to many parts of Christchurch. Very reasonably priced and such a helpful host. Bless you Ellen.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ian M.

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

Convenient in Christchurch

Not too far from the city. Plenty of food nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rob H.

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

Pleasant stay in a handy location

Good, comfortable property handy to shops and eateries
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki H.

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

Peaceful, comfortable and cute

Wonderful stay. Very sweet place, and good location. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Liz G.

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

Summer in Sydenham

The property was just as expected and perfect for us on our 18 day holiday in Christchurch. The weather was terrible, but the cottage was warm and comfortable. There was plenty of room for our things and we were able to entertain friends and family. Even though the surrounding area isn't inspiring, we were amazed how quiet it was, and the closeness of public transport was good. The downside could be parking, but we never had to park more than 50mtrs away. Ellen was really helpful and brought us clean linen and towels half way through. Lovely quirky cottage.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill and Stuart H.

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

The old Bakery cottage

A delightfully comfortable and homely cottage with everything we needed. An easy place to stay with good parking. Our grandchildren came by and we loved playing "Fish". Centrally located with nearby supermarket and eateries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang N.

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

A place to come back to

We really enjoyed our stay, so much that we're aiming to be back next time we visit christchurch!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan E.

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

Very handy spot.

Enjoyed being in this property. So close to Countdown, cafes. Being the middle of winter could do with having a heater in the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Spacious place near the city

Great location near city centre. Lovely backyard with seasonal garden and spacious house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaz W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Property is in a great location, however it feels a little run down. No modern touches i.e. microwave, TV, working freezer or hair dryer. Quite a few spider webs, and lacked some thoughtful touches, like milk, or enough toiket paper for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

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

The Bakery

Great central location. Private with easy parking. Clean and comfortable! Great place to start our NZ adventure 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Nice stay!

Nice and cozy little house. Easy access to shops and cbd.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

rob m.

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

Classic chch stay. Just awesome.

Classic wee chch property, well located and with plenty of utilities close by. Comfy beds, great water and great comms with the host. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Helen C.

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

Mrs

Very tired old cottage. Kitchen needs attention (eg broken worktop tiles).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

Old Bakery

Absolutely loved this delightful cottage. Our second stay and as enjoyable as the first time. Very peaceful and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Etsuko M.

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

A lovely cottage

It was lovely staying at this cottage. Very relaxing, walking distance to the shops, cafes, and attractions. Handy car park at the front. Wish we could stay longer and enjoy more.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B., Narre Warren, Melbourne Metro

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

Good comfortable stay at a handy location for amenities

Clean and tidy. Quiet and cosy with very good communication from our host to help us with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent location

This property was well represented by the description. Good location close to city transit and grocery etc. very quiet and comfortable. Great garden and host was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillippa T.

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

Fabulous Hosts

Great little cottage with hosts that really go the extra mile for the guests. Warm and central - really great base for Christchurch. Close to town, shops, restaurants and transport.
Stayed 72 nights in Apr 2022