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Christchurch Retreat

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior
Perched on a hillside in Cass Bay, this studio offers serene harbour views and a tranquil atmosphere. Relax in the luxury bathroom with an incredible deep bath, unwind on the private courtyard with table and chairs, or enjoy light continental breakfasts during your stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Christchurch Retreat

Self contained studio in Cass Bay (Christchurch's best kept secret!) with amazing hill views (sea glimpses only from the studio), beautiful harbour views from the gate and 200m to the beach! Cosy king sized bed, luxury bathroom, incredible bath with hand-made bath bomb waiting for you & mini kitchenette. The perfect place to relax! Private & quiet. Access coastal walkways & the beach via a private track. 5 mins from Lyttelton & 20 mins from the center of town. Light breakfast included.
Relax, unwind & recharge whether you are a Christchurch local looking for a beach get away or from out of town. Perfect for summer or a cosy winter escape.

We require all guests to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please send us verification of this in your booking message.

Mini kitchenette includes- fridge, microwave, jug, large bench space, no sink. Large luxury bathroom includes- incredible deep bath, shower, vanity & toilet. Small private courtyard with hill views complete with table & chairs. A light continental breakfast is included for each morning of your stay. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate (& marshmallows of course), milk, cereals & fruit are provided. The studio is located on the ground floor of our home & is a totally separate quiet & private unit.

PLEASE NOTE There is a stone path way & 8 stairs to access the studio as we are on a hill site so our studio maybe not suitable for you if you have mobility challenges.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Suitable for babies & toddlers if bringing a bed

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
On-site 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 that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Studio
Christchurch Retreat Cass Bay
Christchurch Retreat Apartment
Christchurch Retreat Apartment Cass Bay

About the area

Map
Cass Bay, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Lyttelton Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Christchurch Gondola - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Sumner Beach - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • New Brighton Beach - 15 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Hagley Park - 19 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 32 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Habesha Eritrean And Ethiopian Cuisine Aka Pulse Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪In Situ - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪KO-1 Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Christchurch Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Christchurch Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Christchurch Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Christchurch Retreat located?

Located in Cass Bay, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Port Hills and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lyttelton Harbour. Christchurch Gondola and Ferrymead Heritage Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Christchurch Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

martin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay

We stayed one night here while in chch doing errands. It was clean, tidy, and warm. Lovely bath which was a real treat! This place was perfect for somewhere to crash. Lovely area with the pretty bay and boats.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cass Bay

Welcoming hosts, quick response to email enquiry via contact host service. Lovely bathroom. Short distance from the shore and a short walk to some lovely swimming beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise N., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem of a place

A gorgeous place to stay. Warm, clean, modern, and stylishly decorated. Lovely breakfast provided too. Very handy to Lyttleton and an easy drive into Christchurch city. Will definitely stay again next time we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely wee hideaway.

Clean and compact, close to Lyttleton. Would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We wanted somewhere quiet and peaceful away from the stress of the city but not to far away,

I would go back, amazing bath, everything you could possibly want for a relaxing weekend, only fault was no TV, I didn't mind but my partner did lol.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and suited our requirements

Very accommodating
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

CECILIA R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay.

Clean, modern and well presented, with lots of special touches and extras. Great bathroom. Thank you. (Maybe a toaster would have been good :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Marta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Lovely Spot

The location is great - the walks from the retreat were lovely. Overall the place was clean but no pillow protectors were used which is not hygienic, there was no cover over the mattress base, and the sheets were thin and didn't quite cover the mattress - I think they are just too small. We were a bit surprised to find this as the photos looked great. The tiny fan heater was the only heating supplied, so the room stayed quite cold. We didn't receive any instructions for check in so we sent the owner a few messages throughout the day with our updated arrival time- on text and through bookabach, but didn't get a response. We arrived at night and nobody was home - everything was locked up and we had no keys. We sent another message through the app then finally got in touch with the owner and were given the lock box code.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Very modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Alice E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice property

Very clean & well stocked/ appointed. Oranges & granola cereal with milk was provided.

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