A charming villa near Christchurch

Discover a lovely 100-year-old villa near Christchurch. Experience generous hospitality and spacious rooms with stylish decor, antiques, and fresh flowers. Stroll to cafes, restaurants, shopping and cinemas. If driving, you will have easy access to the main routes to the South Island’s most popular tourist destinations.


Just a few kilometres away from Christchurch, this charming 100-year-old villa offers generous hospitality and spacious rooms with stylish decor and antiques. You can stroll to cafes, restaurants, shopping and the cinema, or take a short drive to the South Island’s most popular tourist destinations. After a day of sightseeing, enjoy some downtime on the veranda or the lovely guest lounge, which features a gas fireplace, a large-screen television, and a small book library. On the grounds, you can relax in the hot tub set in a delightful gazebo which overlooks the garden.

You will stay in the beautifully furnished room, which has its own unique personality and charm. On the lower level of the house, french doors open to the veranda and a lovely rose garden. Relax here in a comfortable outdoor seating area overlooking the gazebo, lawn, and garden beds. The room features a private bathroom in the hallway with a walk-in shower and floor heating. There is also a mini-fridge and a flat-screen television. Free WiFi is available.

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