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The old bakery

Cottage with kitchen, near Hagley Park

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property grounds
TV, books
Near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, The Old Baker's Cottage offers a charming retreat. With a sunny and warm backyard where you can pick your own fruits and vegetables, this cozy cottage is perfect for couples or small groups of friends. Enjoy the fresh environment with new carpet, thermo-coated curtains, and modern bathroom amenities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 315 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

The old bakery

The Old Baker's Cottage
Located near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, this cute cottage, built around 1918, makes for an excellent centrally located place to stay in Christchurch. With a double and a single bedroom it is a great place for a couple or three people
The property is fully fenced; sunny and warm with an enclosed backyard. If any fruits and vegetables are ready for harvesting, feel free to pick some and use them in your cooking.
The cottage has recently had a make-over. New carpet was laid in both bedrooms and living area with new thermo-coated curtains covering the windows. All walls were painted and a new shower cubicle and toilet were installed in the bathroom. All add to a fresh and clean environment where it is a pleasure to stay. The cottage is fully furnished, cosy, rustic, and TV-free. Wi-Fi has been connected though. The heat-pump warms the whole house. All linen is provided.
The inner city of Christchurch, the Botanical Garden, Museums and Art Galleries (3km away) can be reached easily. Busses depart only 50 m away from the front door, on Colombo Street, the main road which runs through the city centre. A supermarket, a number of fast food outlets and public parks (one with playground) can be found within easy walking distance of the cottage.
Christchurch calls itself the 'Garden City' and looks pretty at any time of the year. A walk along the close by Heathcote River is a delight at any time of the year.
Christchurch is renowned across the country for its stunning mountain bike trails. The cottage is located near the more extreme tracks on the Port Hills and in Victoria Park. These areas also boost many walking tracks. The Christchurch Adventure Park is only a few km away. There's outdoor adventure to suit every level.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 161 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Sydenham, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪5th Street - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪POT STICKER Dumpling Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Armadillo's - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The old bakery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The old bakery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The old bakery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The old bakery located?

Located in Sydenham, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Crossing, Bridge of Remembrance and Riverside Market. Cashel Street Shopping Area and High Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The old bakery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Wonderful stay

Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rob H.

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

Pleasant stay in a handy location

Good, comfortable property handy to shops and eateries
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Richard B.

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

Christchurch

We had a lovely stay. Ellen was very accomodating and communicated very well with us. The cottage was perfect for our needs and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

jandl s.

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

The old bakery..

Comfortable. cosy. little property. cloe to the centre of Christchurch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alan P.

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

Clean and comfortable

Very clean and comfortable and close to supermarket and coffee shops and takeaways. Walking distance from town. Sometimes a little noise from commercial unit next door but not unacceptable
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob m.

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

Classic chch stay. Just awesome.

Classic wee chch property, well located and with plenty of utilities close by. Comfy beds, great water and great comms with the host. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent location

This property was well represented by the description. Good location close to city transit and grocery etc. very quiet and comfortable. Great garden and host was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Fantastic stay

Very tidy. Cute little cottage. Very good location. Perfect accomodation for a few nights. Really enjoyed my stay, would definitely recommend to others and come back. The only thing is the heating is not that great, heat pump doesn’t work very well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nance S.

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

Sydenham

Basic but comfortable had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

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

Excellent value for money

Great wee place. No laundry facilities but no worries for a voiple of nights and there's a laundromat not far away. Liked the wee backyard. Peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Susie T.

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

Christchurch Old Bakers Cottage

Lovely little cottage. Easy walk to Christchurch CBD - great position. Very close to supermarket and lots of take away food outlets if you need. Good heating. No washing machine, TV or microwave just so people realise . Close to 'The Colombo' - great little trendy shopping centre.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

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

Rustic charm

We enjoyed being a bus ride out from the city centre, getting to share a bit of the day with locals. We bought a wonderful knitted jacket for a grandchild from the Purple Patch shop just round the corner from the cottage. We found a berry or two to enjoy in the back garden. We arrived after midnight and had difficulty opening the key box. We would have appreciated some milk in the fridge for a cup of tea, but the cupboard was bare. We were comfortable and happy with the welcoming charms of the cottage which is in a quiet area with a supermarket/bottle shop just around the corner. Thank you Ellen. Your artistic touches are delightful. Ian and Lesley
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah C.

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

Perfect Location for our conference

Beautiful home, really comfortable and warm with heat pump. We always had a carpark outside of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

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

Perfectly Cozy

We visited Christchurch to spend time with family living nearby so the location was perfect for us with the added bonus of a supermarket and park nearby. The small but perfectly formed cottage had all we needed. We loved it and will absolutely make this place our go to.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little old cottage - a remnant of pre-earthquake Christchurch. A microwave would have been a useful amenity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

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

Quaint Stay

Very quaint and rustic. Convenient location. Bed very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Fran S.

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

Sadly lacking

We had high hopes for this historic facility and enjoy antiques and unique properties. This location and facility have many things going for it: great water pressure in the shower, fun shabby sheek property, and a nice sitting area. But various things are lacking which made it one of our least enjoyable stays of our month in NZ. These little changes could make a big difference: needs less scratchy towels, more than just two sets of dishes, fresh soap in the bathroom vs half used old bar soap, tidied back garden, microwave, and the special extras little coffee in the coffee jar and more than a spoonful of sugar in the sugar jar. We specifically seek out Premier Host locations and though the host may be a lovely person, the aspects of being a premier host facility were lacking. I am sure this place will improve, as the host has put in new carpet and fresh paint. A few more practical changes will make this place great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Liz G.

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

Summer in Sydenham

The property was just as expected and perfect for us on our 18 day holiday in Christchurch. The weather was terrible, but the cottage was warm and comfortable. There was plenty of room for our things and we were able to entertain friends and family. Even though the surrounding area isn't inspiring, we were amazed how quiet it was, and the closeness of public transport was good. The downside could be parking, but we never had to park more than 50mtrs away. Ellen was really helpful and brought us clean linen and towels half way through. Lovely quirky cottage.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Thank you

What a lovely place to stay in! So comfortable and clean, and very close to many parts of Christchurch. Very reasonably priced and such a helpful host. Bless you Ellen.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Charming cottage

Lovely cottage very warm, good price, everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

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

Sweet Stay

Quaint and comfortable place for family of three. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Helen C.

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

Mrs

Very tired old cottage. Kitchen needs attention (eg broken worktop tiles).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

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

very cool place

cool and cozy too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaz W.

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

Great Location

Property is in a great location, however it feels a little run down. No modern touches i.e. microwave, TV, working freezer or hair dryer. Quite a few spider webs, and lacked some thoughtful touches, like milk, or enough toiket paper for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ian M.

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

Convenient in Christchurch

Not too far from the city. Plenty of food nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024