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Fireplace, books
Fireplace, books
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Castle Hill, Canterbury
  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Porters Ski Area
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Castle Hill

In Castle Hill .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Castle Hill vacation home, you'll find Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Porters Ski Area is within 12 miles (20 km) and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 13 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Porters Ski Area - 23 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 25 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 52 min drive - 39.0 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 75 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.

Spacious All-Day Sun!

This spacious and sun-filled Castle Hill retreat is perfect for families, friends, and solo travellers looking to escape the hustle and bustle and get away into the mountains. Located in a stunning alpine environment, this property is a beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings, or as a launching pad to the many adventures close by. The indoor fire keeps things cosy in the winter and the newly-installed heat pump is there to give things a little boost if needed! Castle Hill is a charming alpine village set in the heart of the South Island. Only an hour away from Christchurch with plenty of activities to do nearby including snow skiing, mountain biking, climbing, and hiking!

Open plan living and kitchen makes it the perfect space for kicking back and relaxing! The sun streams into the house all day, keeping the it lovely and warm during the cooler months, while the front sliding doors open all the way up to allow for amazing indoor-outdoor flow in the summer. Perfect for sitting out on the deck and soaking up the sun! In winter the log burner and newly-installed heat pump easily keep the house toasty warm.

The upper level has two bedrooms each containing queen beds with additional single roll-aways, and a landing area with a sofa and single bed. It's the perfect set up for families or groups of friends!

The main bathroom is located on the upper level with the bedrooms, with the stunningly spacious open-plan central level dedicated to kitchen and living space. A second full bathroom and laundry is located on the lower basement level. The house is fully insulated and double glazed.

Linen sets for each bed and towels are provided.

Please note the loft area is not for sleeping as the gap between the railing is too large. Please keep any kids from climbing up, as tempting as it may be!

Property manager

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Double-glazed windows

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious All-Day Sun! to the airport?

This vacation home is 59.7 mi (75-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious All-Day Sun! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious All-Day Sun! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious All-Day Sun!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spacious All-Day Sun!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious All-Day Sun!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious All-Day Sun! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious All-Day Sun! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious All-Day Sun! to downtown Castle Hill?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Castle Hill.

Spacious All-Day Sun! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous location

Modern house with everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

jens N.

Some discrepancies from the listing:

A dryer was advertised but was not available. With four children, having a dryer was an important criterion for us when choosing this house.•The house was listed as suitable for 8 people, but there was only a high counter with four barstools, and no table or seating arrangement appropriate for children.•The house was described as child-friendly, but the steep stairs had no safety measures, making it unsuitable for small children.•There were also very few toys or activities provided for children.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

TJ G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Things are not how they appear

I was not careful in checking the listing. There is no dining area. Only bar counter with stools. And only 4 at that in a house that can accommodate at least 7. I had 6 people and 2 of us had to eat standing. One of the bar stools rocks on its base and is therefore potentially dangerous. It makes you think you might fall off, you over correct and may actually fall off. It happened to 3 of us who used it and almost fell off. It is irresponsible to provide such unsafe furniture. There is no microwave oven. That is just incredulous. The house gives the impression that the owner tried to cut cost and save on basic amenities. There is construction material in the porch and on the deck and the side of the house. Over priced accommodation. Caveat emptor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely chalet

Great stay for families , nice sized lounge , 2 double bedrooms with single beds +loft + bedding area for kids , nice views and warm with fire place & heat pump. Well catered . Would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little slice of winter paradise

Awesome. We had a wonderful skiing holiday in what is the best kept secret of the Canterbury skifields. Would love to do it again Thanks very much Frank
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Lis B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in beautiful location

A week in castle hill with our family in winter. somehow the photos don't quite do it justice - the main living area is stylish (tho furniture not so much) and welcoming. the upstairs is good with overflow space in the loft for teenagers who want to spread out. wooden floors make it a bit noisy. the house warms and holds its heat well. the carport under the house keeps ice off the car windscreen. the kitchen is well appointed tho the oven confusing. one gotcha is no microwave for those used to one, and take some power boards if you have as many gadgets to charge as we have. there are only 4 bar stools around the kitchen bench and no dinner table. wifi worked well - essential for our kids. we'd definitely stay again - thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024