The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury

Glentui accommodations with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fireplace, books, computer monitors

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Glentui, Canterbury
  • Place, Mount Thomas Forest Conservation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pearson Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, A and P Showgrounds
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Glentui

In Glentui .At this Glentui farm stay, you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Rangiora Racecourse and 25 miles (40 km) of Northbrook Wetlands. Waimakariri River and Lake Pukaki are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Mount Thomas Forest Conservation Area - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Pearson Park - 14 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Oxford Museum - 15 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • A and P Showgrounds - 15 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Loburn Domain - 16 min drive - 16.0 miles

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 23 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 78 min drive

About this property

The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury

Our charming house is ideal for your family getaway, reunion, or peaceful retreat!

The verandah offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape – great for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Explore the lush property with walks to the river and orchard. Bask in the sound of native birdsong.

Get off the farm and visit nearby:
Oxford Forest Conservation Area and Ashley Gorge for trails, waterfalls, and nature spots
Oxford town for local cafes, shops, and the Sunday farmer's market

Venture further away:
Castle Point - 1 hour drive
Local ski fields - 1.5 - 2 hour drive
Christchurch - 1 hour drive
Hanmer Springs - 1 hour 45 mins drive

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and unwind in this spacious and cozy house located on our peaceful farm. Located at the top of our 16 acre farm, the house has
a mixture of beautiful nature views and views over the paddocks with animals and chickens. With 4 comfortable bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and one half bath, and an office for any work or planning needs, this home is perfect for large or extended family trips.

Located within the Oxford Dark Sky Park with amazing views of the milky way and constellations like Orion's Belt and Matariki (seasonally)! Living space has a log burner to keep you warm on chilly nights and a heat pump for convenience.

We try our best to be environmentally conscious - food scraps go to chickens, we use non-toxic cleaning products, and separated recycling decreases resources sent to landfill.

We live on the property as well in a tiny house approximately 200m from the house. We respect your privacy and are out of view of the house. You will have your own private area with backyard and veggie garden.

Feel free to enjoy the property but be sure to close the gates behind you to keep the animals in.

Key Features:

4 spacious bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Office for work or quiet time
Expansive wraparound verandah
Scenic walking trails on the property
Ideal for large families or groups
Minutes from Oxford Forest Conservation Area and Ashley Gorge
Less than 15 minutes drive to Oxford
Hour drive from Christchurch and 25 minutes from Rangiora
Hour and a half drive from local ski fields

Come experience the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and relaxation at this beautiful farm retreat!

Please note, this property is also listed with a two bedroom option where two of the four bedrooms are not available to guests. The property will never be let to two parties at one time. To book the two bedroom option, please follow the link below:

https://www.vrbo.com/en-nz/holiday-accommodation/p20234864?dateless=true

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury to the airport?

This farm stay is 39.3 mi (78-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this farm stay.

Does The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury offer free breakfast?

This farm stay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury?

No, there is no casino at this farm stay.

What time is check-in at The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury?

Free parking is not available at this farm stay.

Does The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury have a pool?

This farm stay does not have a pool.

Does The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this farm stay.

How close is The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury to downtown Glentui?

This farm stay is 0.7 mi away from Glentui.

The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was extremely spacious.The hosts are great. They have some chickens and horses that the kids fed.The showers water pressure is a bit low and the rooms are a bit cold despite the wood burner and the heat pump.Highly recommended for large families with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025