House in Canterbury
11 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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About this house rental
This 3 bedroomed house is ideally situated for a wonderful family holiday or getaway. It is only an hour and a half drive from Christchurch and a perfect stop over on your way to the mountains and lakes. Geraldine offers a wide range of cafes, wine bars and restaurants and even has it's own cinema and upgraded heated outdoor swimming pool. There is a children's playground and skate park only 2 minutes away and there is also a golf course, tennis courts and some beautiful bush walks.
From the main street it is a mere five-minute stroll into Talbot Forest - a native forest with its breathtaking views over plains and mountains. Geraldine is an ideal spot to base yourself for day trips to Peel Forest, Te Moana gorge, Mt. Cook or fishing on the local rivers. The Rangitata River (home of world class white-water rafting and salmon fishing) is not far away. Here you can see some of the most spectacular alpine and high country scenery in New Zealand. It’s not difficult to see why Lord of the Rings producer Peter Jackson chose this superb valley as an important location in his films.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
From the main street it is a mere five-minute stroll into Talbot Forest - a native forest with its breathtaking views over plains and mountains. Geraldine is an ideal spot to base yourself for day trips to Peel Forest, Te Moana gorge, Mt. Cook or fishing on the local rivers. The Rangitata River (home of world class white-water rafting and salmon fishing) is not far away. Here you can see some of the most spectacular alpine and high country scenery in New Zealand. It’s not difficult to see why Lord of the Rings producer Peter Jackson chose this superb valley as an important location in his films.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Canterbury
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
It was a great place. Walk into town accurate once you found the pathway ( clearer instructions here would've been helpful). Place was lovely and clean. Communicating with host easy and quick. I didn't give it 5 stars for 2 main reasons. Car parking inaccurate. It is only a 1 car driveway NOT 2 (We needed 2). I was told all basic everyday items were there. Huge list of prohibited shower body soap yet didn't supply any NO SHOWER SOAP. If you're soo particular about this, supply it please. Also, NOT ENOUGH HANDSOAP so we had to buy. This may be petty but disappointing, as we did ask if all supplied, we booked for 6 people .... please don't be so cheap.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Lovely house with plenty of room and close to main street and shops etc. great communication with the owner, both before our stay and after when we thought we’d left some glasses behind. Heat pumps throughout kept the house warm and cosy. Would happily come back when the garden and vines are in bloom
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Everything was perfect for our group. We’ll b back for sure. Thanku
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
House handy to town and warmed up with the neat pumps. Shower had great pressure and plenty of hot water. We did have trouble sorting the tv channels, perhaps written instructions would cover this problem. But would certainly recommend this house to others
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9.4Outstanding
(261 Ratings)
"Lovely house with plenty of room and close to main street and shops etc. great communication with the owner, both before our stay and after when we thought we’d left some glasses behind. Heat pumps ..."
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