Cottage holiday rentals in Canterbury

Stargazing + Hot Tub - Explore Mt Cook & Tekapo!

For nature lovers & romantics, our boutique country retreat is a perfect escape near Mt Cook & Tekapo. The stylish cottage is set on a secluded 10-acre property with sweeping mountain views and big skies. Just 17km from the town of Twizel, it offers both privacy and modern comforts. Spend your day exploring Tekapo or Mt Cook, then relax in a private wood-fired hot tub beneath the stars of the dark sky reserve. A peaceful spot to recharge, just 50 mins to Mt Cook/Tekapo, 2.5 hrs to Queenstown.

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat

For those who fancy a luxury escape; Stargaze the Milky Way from your own luxury outdoor bath, then come inside to a toasty warm fire. Enjoy the comfort of a king size bed with luxury linen, looking directly through to the lake and mountains beyond. In the bathroom, relax in our freestanding bath or enjoy a rain shower for two. Take in unobstructed views of the lake and mountains from your lounge room by day, and cosy up on the couch or wool beanbag for a movie at night. This is paradise.

The Herb Farm Cottage - An Idyllic Rustic Retreat

The Herb Farm Cottage is a world of it's own in rural Grehan Valley. Here in the country garden stream side setting of the former Herb Farm (New Zealand's first opened in 1976) you will find the original cottage with the ground floor studio/bed sitting room and adjoining parlour. Relax and enjoy the special setting of flowers, wishing well, native bird life, frogs, friendly free range chooks, ducks on the pond and a great night sky. All just a 15 minute stroll to the village and seaside.

Cosy cottage in Goat Paradise.

Just 6 km from Oxford, 18 mins from SH 73 and 50 mins from ChCh Airport, this cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Oxford and a brilliant night-time starscape. Nestled on a large, private farm near the foothills, you can unwind in peace and enjoy the company of some adorable animal visitors. Relax on the verandah or by the cosy log burner, and take a stroll in the paddock to meet our friendly goats. We look forward to welcoming you to this piece of paradise.

Place for 2 with a sea view 1 Bedroom / W/ Hot Tub

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Spectacular elevated views will greet you on arrival, inviting you into our piece of paradise. This one-bedroom luxury getaway is a private, warm, and relaxing place to unwind. Surrounded by native bush and oceanic views over the Tasman, it's a perfect getaway to absorb the beauty of the West Coast and everything it has to offer. The stunning coast road is right at your doorstep and is regarded as one of the top 10 drives in the world.

Wander Lodge - Cosy cottage in the forest.

Cosy cottage set in two hectares of forest. Log burner, outdoor pizza oven, well equipped kitchen, beautiful surroundings. Build huts, lay in the hammock or relax under the stars in the outdoor bath. Fully fenced so safe for kids to play & explore. Great for the snow in winter and lakes in summer. 30min to Dobson ski area, 45min to Fox Peak, 50 min to Roundhill. Lake Opuha 10 min. Take a day trip to Lake Tekapo (25min) to enjoy Tekapo Springs and Mt John Observatory.

Garden Cottage near airport

The Cottage is a separate, clean, self-contained, one bedroom dwelling. It is located in a pretty cottage garden on our residential section and has gated secure off street parking. The cottage has all the facilities you might need including a washing machine, a well equipped kitchen with tea and coffee facilities, and free fast unlimited fibre wi-fi. Location is five minutes drive from the airport and on a convenient bus route to the city centre.

The Daughter's Anchorage | Historic Cottage

You will love staying at this upscale historical port cottage with gorgeous harbour views. Unwind in style and enjoy the always changing vista of the picturesque port, harbour, and banks peninsula hills - perfect for a luxe Christchurch escape. As featured in the 'Find the Perfect Place' YouTube series, May 2024. To see our latest updates & promos, search @the_daughters_anchorage. Feel free to tag us in any beautiful photos from your stay.

Akaroa Retreat Gatekeepers Cottage

A delightful very private modern arts and crafts style cottage set in a rural area. It is only a 10 minute walk from Akaroa's main street 1.5 km away. Peace and quiet is assured here, except for the noisy dawn chorus. The cottage is fully self contained with ensuite bathroom, adjoining kitchenette area and a separate downstairs living room. A french inspired private courtyard has quality outdoor furniture with a water feature fish pond.