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Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage

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TV
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Canterbury
  • Wolfbrook Arena
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tai Tapu

In Tai Tapu .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Port Hills and 9 miles (15 km) of Lincoln Event Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lincoln University and Canterbury Agricultural Park.

What's nearby

  • Wolfbrook Arena - 22 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Hagley Park - 23 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 26 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Christchurch Gondola - 32 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 36 min drive - 18.3 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 27 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bombay Butler - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Urban Seafoods - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sign Of The Kiwi - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Lincoln Fish Supply - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gebbies Garden Cafe - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage

Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage

This beautiful one bedroom hideaway is perfect for couples or small families who would like to holiday out of the city and experience more of beautiful Canterbury. Located in Tai Tapu in a lovely property called Wooldale which is just across from the iconic Otahuna Lodge, this delightful cottage is in an ideal spot for anyone who wants a holiday with a little bit more privacy.

It is a 30 minute drive from the Christchurch Airport, and a 25 minute drive back into the middle of Christchurch so it is the perfect getaway for people who would like a private holiday without straying too far from the city. The cottage has one spacious bedroom containing a queen bed, it has a comfy bench seat right next to the window, perfect for curling up with a book. There is also double doors leading out to a table and chairs for anyone who wants to sit out in the sun in the morning with a cup of coffee. The bathroom has a large shower, vanity and toilet. The kitchen is fully self-sufficient with an oven, stovetop, microwave and toaster, as well as a washing machine. The living room has a two-seater couch plus two chairs, a four-seater round table and a TV.

The land surrounding the hideaway is breath-taking. There are trees surrounding the large area and a great spot in the middle to set up chairs or picnic blankets to have some food or wine at lunchtime. There is a 5 minute walk down to a lovely area of native bush and pond to get a bit of exercise as well. Very close is the historical Otahuna Lodge and Gardens, a piece of New Zealand history. The restaurant in the lodge is also newly open to people who aren’t staying directly at the Lodge if it is booked in advance.

Otahuna Hideaway is a beautiful place to holiday and relax away from the city. There is plenty of space to park cars to do the 5 minute drive or 30 minute walk away to get to the delicious Raspberry Cafe which has some amazing food. The hideaway is also a 6 minute drive and a 50 minute walk into the centre of Tai Tapu which has a great restaurant and cake shop, as well as a library and a golf course.

*The cottage is on shared land with the owner’s home.

Bed Configuration
Master Suite: 1 x Queen Bed
Living Area: 1 x Double Sofa Bed (Made up on Request)

Amenities:
Air Conditioning
BBQ
Cook Top
Deck/Patio
Dining Area
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Fire Extinguisher
Fridge
Full Kitchen
Garden
Hair Dryer x 2
Heating
Ironing Board
Kettle
Laundry Facilities
Linen Provided
Lounge Room
Microwave
Outdoor Furniture
Pantry Items
Parking
Smoke Detector x 2
Sofa Bed
Stove
Toaster
TV
Washing Machine
Wireless Internet

Property manager

Christchurch Holiday Homes

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 fire extinguisher
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1 Bedroom Hideaway Tai Tapu
christchurch-holiday-homes-OTAHUNA-HIDEAWAY
1 Bedroom Hideaway Private vacation home
1 Bedroom Hideaway Private vacation home Tai Tapu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage to the airport?

This apartment is 15.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage to the beach?

This apartment is 18.1 mi (45-min drive) from New Brighton Beach.

Does Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Christchurch Casino (27-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage to downtown Tai Tapu?

This apartment is 1.8 mi away from Tai Tapu.

Otahuna Hideaway-Secluded and private 1 bedroom cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil rural property, a beautiful place with views across the plains to the Alps.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur and Helen

Great sleep in a really great bed. The location was suitable for the purpose. Older fit out is not our style. I would not use the same letting agent again as the full charges are not disclosed until the booking is completed. Charged extra for credit card payment. No other form of payment available.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend break

Quaint cottage in lovely garden surrounds. Quiet and peaceful rural area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine M.

Fair to middling

Positives - presents well for a first impression; warm. Advisory - suitable for short stays only. Recommendations - that the owner and property manager spend time in the house as a guest would in order to improve customer experience and upgrade internal amenity. A thorough deep clean would be a great start to get rid of grease marks up the wall behind the cooker, brown spots on the kitchen ceiling, black marks inside the washing machine, lift the tacky feeling from the dining table etc…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Philip

Very nice house in a very quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway in Tai Tapu

Tranquil location but still close to Chch. The friendly dog next door that came to visit was a bonus too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022