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Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch

Holiday home in Diamond Harbour with kitchen and balcony

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Perched overlooking Diamond Harbour, this luxury holiday home offers the perfect retreat with four spacious bedrooms, a sunny balcony, and ample parking space. Sit back on the patio with a glass of wine or Nespresso coffee and enjoy Netflix on TV with surround sound.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.

Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch

Set down a private lane overlooking Diamond Harbour, Quail Island, our luxury holiday home is ideal for families, with local amenities, beaches, parks, walking tracks all within easy reach. Sit on the patio and enjoy a glass of wine or a Nespresso coffee on the house, whilst watching the sun glistening on the sea. TV, radio with surround sound, Netflix, Wifi, everything you ever dreamed of for a luxury retreat at affordable rate!

With all the flexibility of four bedrooms, master with walk in wardrobe and full ensuite, a 2nd bathroom, separate toilet and a substantial additional rooms, this home spans 250m2 (approx) of floor area, and is efficiently heated throughout by Honeywell central heating, HRV ventilation and solar panels to ensure a warm home all year round. Outside there's plenty of space for the kids to play, the pets to roam, and the adults to relax and unwind on your sunny balcony accessed off the main living. Laundry, entertainment unit lounge, extra living with sofa bed, plenty of parking space and much more...

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact host for Terms & Conditions

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Hidden Gem at the Backyard of Christchurch Diamond Harbour
Hidden Gem at the Backyard of Christchurch Private vacation home

About the area

Diamond Harbour is home to this holiday home. Lyttelton Harbour and Port Hills are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Christchurch Adventure Park and High Street. Margaret Mahy Playground and Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub are also worth visiting. With power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Diamond Harbour travel guide
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Map
Diamond Harbour, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour
    Lyttelton Harbour
    20 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Sumner Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
    Sumner Beach
    26 min drive - 12.4 km
  • New Brighton Beach
    New Brighton Beach
    28 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Church Bay
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Quail Island
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station
    47 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lyttelton Sea Foods
    31 min drive
  • Coffee Culture
    31 min drive
  • Dotcom
    40 min drive
  • Valley Inn Tavern
    34 min drive
  • Nom Nom Restuarant
    29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch located?

Situated in Diamond Harbour, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Church Bay and Quail Island. Port Hills is 11.8 mi (18.9 km) away.

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Hidden Gem at the backyard of Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tralee R.

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

Incredible Spot

The most beautiful location, used as base to get ready the morning of my wedding... The house itself was outstanding, absolutely gorgeous and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Fantastic Friends Weekend

Diamond Harbour “Hidden Gem” is definitely that. Spacious, spotless, and seriously spectacular views. Just perfect for our large group. Fresh fruit, bread, milk and the lovely bottle of wine added to the WOW factor. The host was easy to communicate with. Diamond Harbour is a lovely area to explore and just a ferry ride over to Lyttelton. Highly recommend this Hidden Gem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea W.

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

A great place to stay for the family

We had a lovely holiday in this house, it had plenty of room and was well catered with extras that may be needed whilst staying there. Great views of the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario L.

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

cozy, warm & stunning view

Very nice, large house with many amenities and lots of space, real heating throughout the whole house and a large terrace with a really good view, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely holiday home thank-you, with a lovely view, and nice and quiet. The home is warm and spacious. It was great having the master bedroom on the same floor as the open plan living, dining, kitchen area. We would definitely like to come and stay again sometime. The ferry trip over to Lyttelton for the Saturday market was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor and Christine j.

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

superb large home

Diamond Harbour a beautiful place to start our South Island adventure We were a party of four retires who like their home comforts we couldnt of asked for more .thanks the Jones family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob s.

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

Fantastic place to stay

Amazing house with spectacular view. Beds beautifully comfortable and so much space a luxury time away. The hosts provided so many extras nibbles, milk in frig coffee etc simply amazing would go back in a heart beat. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacki B.

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

Diamond Bay

Lovely stay in Diamond Bay, unfortunately the weather didn’t let us enjoy the fabulous view as much as we would have like, but it was still a magic view sitting watching the world go by. It was a bit of a drive into Christchurch, but the house had everything we needed for us as a combined family. The house heating worked well and the kitchen was well equipped. It was a great experience showering with a view within the master ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Gem Discovered

Diamond Harbour Hidden Gem was an absolute delight to stay in. There was plenty of room for our family group and the facilities were all that we needed; a well setup kitchen and spotless bathrooms. I would recommend it to anyone wanting a luxurious stay. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo M., Christchurch, New Zealand

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

Fabulous spot to stay, gorgeous beds and linen

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

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

Lovely home & view

We all had a lovely time at Hidden Gem in Diamond Harbour. Great view, a clean & spacious home, comfortable beds. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Perfect house for a retreat

Great location, great house, great break. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leonie M.

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

Beautiful home and views. Beds and home spotless. Treats a lovely surprise.

We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025