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Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views

Vacation home near Sumner Beach in Christchurch

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Clifton, Canterbury
  • Place, Sumner Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, New Brighton Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Clifton vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cave Rock and Shag Rock. Anglican St. Cuthbert's and Sumner Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • New Brighton Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Christchurch Gondola - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 33 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dotcom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Spur On Redcliffs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪metro cafe ferrymead - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views

A beautiful private hill-side sanctuary on the Port Hills overlooking Christchurch out to the southern alps. With less than a 5-minute drive or a 15-minute walk downhill, you will have access to Sumner Beach and Village. Alternatively, a short walk uphill to access mountain bike and walking tracks on the Port Hills.

The space:
A ecologically & sustainably designed home off a private lane surrounded by native bushland with arguably one of the best views in town. A beautiful well lit, naturally warm living space with 3 seperate bedrooms, 2 lounge rooms, indoor tub (with a view), large open kitchen and large garden. We are passionate about the environment offering our guests composting facilities, zero-waste organic natural products, home grown organic produce & native regenerative initiatives.

Guest access:
You will have access to the entire property, minus the indoor garage.
We live attached to the property and are happy to be available as needed. The house is completely independent & private although you may bump into us occasionally.

Other things to note:
Fresh laid eggs, seasonal organic fruit & vegetables, homemade preserves are available for purchase. The garden is scattered with fruit trees and stunning natives, we are very passionate about native forrest regeneration with a big focus on native planting on our 1/2 acre property.

Only a 15 minute walk down to Sumner beach or a make your way up the hill for an amazing panoramic view of Christchurch and Lyttelton harbour or take a stunning scenic drive along the port hills. Closest ski resort Mt Hutt 1.5hrs away.

Head down the hill to Sumner Beach & Village, with plenty of cafes, restaurant's and bars. 5-minute drive over the hill to Taylor's Mistake Surf beach and access to plenty of walks, or keep on going to Lyttelton for amazing views and a weekend farmers market.

24km from the airport, 14km from the city centre

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hill-side Sanctuary - Stunning Views Christchurch
Hill-side Sanctuary - Stunning Views Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.2 mi (58-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi (6-min drive) from Sumner Beach and 1.5 mi (20-min drive) from New Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Christchurch Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hill-side sanctuary - Stunning views to downtown Christchurch?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Christchurch.