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Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch

Vacation home near Lyttelton Harbour in Diamond Harbour

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Exterior
Interior
TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102691 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Diamond Harbour, Canterbury
  • Place, Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Gondola
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Sumner Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Diamond Harbour

In Diamond Harbour .Stay at this Diamond Harbour vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Church Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Quail Island. Ripapa Island is within 6 miles (10 km) and Port Hills is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lyttelton Harbour - 21 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Christchurch Gondola - 25 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Sumner Beach - 29 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • New Brighton Beach - 31 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 32 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 47 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Upshot Coffee - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Sign Of The Kiwi - ‬21 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.

Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch

Set down a private lane overlooking Diamond Harbour, Quail Island, our luxury holiday home is ideal for families, with local amenities, beaches, parks, walking tracks all within easy reach. Sit on the patio and enjoy a glass of wine or a Nespresso coffee on the house, whilst watching the sun glistening on the sea. TV, radio with surround sound, Netflix, Wifi, everything you ever dreamed of for a luxury retreat at affordable rate!

With all the flexibility of four bedrooms, master with walk in wardrobe and full ensuite, a 2nd bathroom, separate toilet and a substantial additional rooms, this home spans 250m2 (approx) of floor area, and is efficiently heated throughout by Honeywell central heating, HRV ventilation and solar panels to ensure a warm home all year round. Outside there's plenty of space for the kids to play, the pets to roam, and the adults to relax and unwind on your sunny balcony accessed off the main living. Laundry, entertainment unit lounge, extra living with sofa bed, plenty of parking space and much more...

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM

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 are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please contact host for Terms & Conditions

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 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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hidden Gem at the Backyard of Christchurch Diamond Harbour
Hidden Gem at the Backyard of Christchurch Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch to the airport?

This vacation home is 31 mi (56-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch to the beach?

This vacation home is 19.9 mi (48-min drive) from Sumner Beach.

Does Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Christchurch Casino (8.5 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch to downtown Diamond Harbour?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Diamond Harbour.

Reviews

Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely holiday home thank-you, with a lovely view, and nice and quiet. The home is warm and spacious. It was great having the master bedroom on the same floor as the open plan living, dining, kitchen area. We would definitely like to come and stay again sometime. The ferry trip over to Lyttelton for the Saturday market was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacki B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Diamond Bay

Lovely stay in Diamond Bay, unfortunately the weather didn’t let us enjoy the fabulous view as much as we would have like, but it was still a magic view sitting watching the world go by. It was a bit of a drive into Christchurch, but the house had everything we needed for us as a combined family. The house heating worked well and the kitchen was well equipped. It was a great experience showering with a view within the master ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor and Christine j.

Liked: Cleanliness

superb large home

Diamond Harbour a beautiful place to start our South Island adventure We were a party of four retires who like their home comforts we couldnt of asked for more .thanks the Jones family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tralee R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Spot

The most beautiful location, used as base to get ready the morning of my wedding... The house itself was outstanding, absolutely gorgeous and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Friends Weekend

Diamond Harbour “Hidden Gem” is definitely that. Spacious, spotless, and seriously spectacular views. Just perfect for our large group. Fresh fruit, bread, milk and the lovely bottle of wine added to the WOW factor. The host was easy to communicate with. Diamond Harbour is a lovely area to explore and just a ferry ride over to Lyttelton. Highly recommend this Hidden Gem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to stay for the family

We had a lovely holiday in this house, it had plenty of room and was well catered with extras that may be needed whilst staying there. Great views of the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem Discovered

Diamond Harbour Hidden Gem was an absolute delight to stay in. There was plenty of room for our family group and the facilities were all that we needed; a well setup kitchen and spotless bathrooms. I would recommend it to anyone wanting a luxurious stay. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo M., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous spot to stay, gorgeous beds and linen

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home & view

We all had a lovely time at Hidden Gem in Diamond Harbour. Great view, a clean & spacious home, comfortable beds. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for a retreat

Great location, great house, great break. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leonie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and views. Beds and home spotless. Treats a lovely surprise.

We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place to stay

Amazing house with spectacular view. Beds beautifully comfortable and so much space a luxury time away. The hosts provided so many extras nibbles, milk in frig coffee etc simply amazing would go back in a heart beat. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mario L.

Liked: Cleanliness

cozy, warm & stunning view

Very nice, large house with many amenities and lots of space, real heating throughout the whole house and a large terrace with a really good view, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025