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Situated in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights - Kaikoura features a garden and views of the garden. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Very well appointed space, with everything we needed to be comfortable. The lounge chairs facing an incredible view were comfortable for winding down after a long day of travel. Place was very clean, newly renovated. Had a comfortable bed and great shower. We received information on self entry just prior to our arrival. Entry was very smooth. Would stay there again.

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9.5
Exceptional
128 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The homestay offers garden views and a picnic area. Great location and beautifully maintained gardens. The owners were lovely.

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9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews

Located in Twizel in the Canterbury region, The Cabin provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and garden views. Guests can make use of a garden.

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Very nice and cozy log house, would be good for solo traveller or couple without too much luggage. Clean, warm and comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

Featuring garden views, The Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 39 km from Mt. Lyford. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The most comfortable, relaxing, nice and kind host, beautiful scenery! worth every cent! Will always try to live here whenever I come to Christchurch. Lovely elderly couple! Wish them the best!

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9.6
Exceptional
138 reviews
Price from
US$66
per night

Featuring mountain views, Arthur's Pass Ecolodge provides accommodation with balcony, around 13 km from Arthur's Pass National Park. With river views, this accommodation features a patio. The homestay features family rooms. The view is as amazing as it appears in the advert, and the bed was super comfortable. Helen is an amazing hostess, she made us feel so welcome in her special home, cooked a delicious breakfast (bread straight from the oven!) and shared lots of great advice for our trip.

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9.3
Superb
142 reviews

Featuring garden views, Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite Only provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 24 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Among the facilities at this property are private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Orana Wildlife Park.

The homestay is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The homestay features a sun terrace and a barbecue. We liked the location which was perfect for our needs. The standard of cleanliness was exceptional, it was very comfortable, warm and quiet. I would certainly recommend Rolleston Paradise-Master Bedroom with Ensuite to friends and family.

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9.4
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Located in Sumner, Cave Rock Guest House offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Sumner Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden and barbecue facilities. This guest house provides free private parking and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Great hosts. Even allowed us to use their surf boards.

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9.2
Superb
254 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Lincoln Country Dream is situated in Lincoln, 27 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 27 km from Canterbury Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Christchurch Railway Station. Lovely peaceful setting and friendly, helpful owners.

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9.5
Exceptional
124 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Situated in Mitcham in the Canterbury region, Woodlands Green has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. James very friendly and helpful, nice and quite

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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

Located in Methven in the Canterbury region, Mountain Abode Studio features a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 13 km from Mount Hutt, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 26 km from Mt. Hutt. A brand new apartment with top quality appliances and fittings. Quiet location and private parking. No expense spared and all the nice little extras have been thought about.

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9.8
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

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