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Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat

Family-friendly stay near Sumner Beach

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Canterbury
  • Place, Sumner Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, New Brighton Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Christchurch vacation home, you'll find Sumner Beach and Cave Rock. Shag Rock and Anglican St. Cuthbert's are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • New Brighton Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Christchurch Gondola - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 30 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dotcom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Spur On Redcliffs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Upshot Coffee - ‬12 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.

Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat

Our luxurious family-friendly home spans 160m2 and consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 office, 1 bathroom, 1 toilet, 1 laundry, 1 lounge, an open-plan kitchen/dining/living space, and 3 balconies located up on the hill above Sumner of Christchurch, featuring breathtaking ocean view and Sumner Beach.

Just a 4min drive from the beach, supermarket, restaurants & cafes of Sumner village, it's a perfect retreat for families who seek the perfect combination of the pleasures of the sea and varied outdoor activities!

You will be staying on the top floor of our house located in a quiet neighborhood. It can accommodate 7 adults and up to 3 infants comfortably.

- 1st/Green Bedroom: queen bed, plus a portable cot
- 2nd/White Bedroom: queen bed
- 3rd/Pink Bedroom: triple bunk bed (single)

We also provide:
+ For the little ones: Baby stroller, toilet, collapsible bath tub, step stool, high chair, tableware, toys, books. Plus, safety gate for the staircase

+ For beach relaxation: Beach towels, shelter, mat, seat, cooler basket

+ For family entertainment: BBQ, 65" TV (paid Netflix), games, books, unlimited high speed Fibre Broadband

+ For workout: Yoga mat and roller, kettlebell and dumbbells

+ Filtered tap water in kitchen which is safe to drink, plus instant hot/cold water tap

+ Fully equipped kitchen with cooking essentials, coffee machine, rice cooker, kettle, toaster

+ 1 heat pump in lounge, 1 heat pump in kitchen/dining/living space, a wall heater in each bedroom (also double glazed north facing house)

+ Washing machine, clothesline, portable clothes drying rack

+ 1 off-street parking in front of garage, plus adjacent on-street parking
Guest access

Please be aware that,
- The house is located up on the hill, approx. 4 min drive from the beach (car is recommended, although it is accessible by foot between 20-30 min depending on fitness).
- The house is located approx. 50m down a quiet narrow private lane.
- Garage is locked for storage purposes.
- Underneath we have a separate apartment (including the garden on ground floor) which is tenanted out to a lovely, quiet lady.

Please check our House Rules before booking your stay.

+ NO party or events!
+ We have set quiet hours from 10:00pm to 7:00am to be mindful of our tenant downstairs
+ NO smoking inside the house

Sumner is a coastal seaside suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, which is only 20 min away from the CBD and around 0.5 hr drive from the airport. It is famous for its beaches, natural beauty, and outdoor activities.

3 Beaches:
+ Sumner Beach: A popular beach for swimming, with fine sand and a gentle slope
+ Scarborough Beach: A popular beach for swimming and surfing, with a playground and paddling pool
+Taylors Mistake: A popular surfing beach

Outdoor activities:
+ Surfing (with learn to surf schools at Scarborough Beach)
+ Swimming
+ Paddleboarding
+ Kite-boarding
+ Sailing
+ Cliff top walks
+ Mountain bike trails

Sumner is also well equipped with a supermarket / health centre / pharmacy / library / playground with paddling pool / skate-park / restaurants / cafes / ice cream shops / boutique fashion / movies / art gallery, and so much more.

Other nearby attractions:
+ Ferrymead Heritage Park
+ Christchurch Gondola
+ Lyttelton (harbour, walking tracks, Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings, Corsair Bay and Cass Bay, day trip to Diamond Harbour or Quail Island)
+ New Brighton Beach, He Puna Taimoana (New Brighton Hot Pools)

Stay - Play - Shop - Eat!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • 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

  • Computer monitor
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

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

Rules

Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 7:00am.
NO party or events!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: up to 3 infants stay for free

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi (41-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat on Oct 30, 2025 start from $117.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Sumner Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from New Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Christchurch Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanview Luxury 3-Bedroom Family Retreat to downtown Christchurch?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi away from Christchurch.