Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Canterbury Region

Castle Hill Studio

Castle Hill Studio has everything you need after a day exploring the nearby Ski fields, Craigieburn trails, Cave Stream, and Kura Tawhiti Rocks from your doorstep. Spacious, fully serviced, basement studio with its own private entry, with secure bike or ski storage by arrangement. A Black Diamond Mondo boulderign mat is available for our Bouldering guests to hire. While the studio is spacious, it is best suited to 2 people/ 1 couple. Young children can be accommodated by prior arrangement.

Relax & Escape | Incredible Views & Outdoor Bath

We invite you to relax and recharge in our well appointed, tiny home (12m2)- a cosy escape! Nestled in Cass Bay, expansive views of Lyttelton Harbour, outdoor bath with gas hot water to star gaze, luxury bed & linens, full ensuite, deck with outdoor bar. With easy access to coastal walking tracks, 500m walk to the beach, 5 mins from Lyttelton & 20 mins to Christchurch central this space is the perfect getaway spot. We have created the holiday space we always search for, come and enjoy it!

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.

Mariners Cabin: Your seaside escape

Mariners Cabin is a modern and minimalist retreat situated in picturesque Cass Bay, perfect for solo travellers or couples looking for a serene escape. This cabin (13 square meters in size) is suspended in the trees, offers the best proximity to beach views, an outdoor bath, barbecue, and a romantic outdoor dining area. It also features an authentic wood burner, ensuring warmth and coziness during chilly nights, while the comfortable double bed provides a restful night's sleep.

Washpen Falls The Chalet

Close To Nature One hour from Christchurch, this charming rustic accommodation makes for an easy nature filled escape. Quality bedding and linen ensure a restful nights sleep, relax in the open plan kitchen , dining , living or curl up with a book in the cosy sunroom. The Chalet is sunny and warm with a feature stone fireplace - fully self contained including a deep and luxurious hot tub nestled in garden - the perfect spot to wile away the hours under the starry skies.

The Nest at Hurunui Jacks (outdoor bath & firepit)

So much more than a place to sleep - toast marshmallows around a private fire, take a bike on the West Coast Wilderness trail, kayak on our little lake! The Nest is a stand alone self contained unit with outdoor bath/shower, close to but separate from the main house. Set on 15 acres of private land, Hurunui Jacks has the Nest and a glamping tent nestled in beautiful West Coast native bush. A small private lake, historic water race & the Kaniere River are on your doorstep.

Private oasis with stunning views to native bush

Quiet and private oasis overlooking native bush on our farm in Banks Peninsula. A unique, off the grid experience in our comfy, brand new caravan, 25 minutes to Akaroa and many bays or visit the amazing Little River gallery, store, cafe (pets can join you outside in the cafe courtyard) and the very cool The One Next Door restaurant 5 minutes from our site. Fully fenced 1/2 acre section so that your pet (if bringing) can roam freely.

Lake Cottage , "Coniston" Ashburton

Lake Cottage is a small cottage which has a double bed is fully self contained set in 6.5 acres of woodland and formal gardens at "Coniston" Ashburton. In a quiet farm setting only 3 km from the centre of Ashburton and S.H. 1 to Christchurch, Dunedin or Queenstown. Continental breakfast provisions provided, selection of cereals, porridge, fruit, bread, milk, butter and selection of spreads. Selection of teas and coffees.

Luxury Wilderness Cabin on Private Lake

Luxury off-grid cabin in absolute wilderness nestled on the edge of a small lake fed by a pristine mountain stream a 3-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier village. Sensational views of snow-capped mountains, the lake, glacier, Fritz Falls & rainforest. Super King bed, sunsets, outdoor stone bath, cedar barrel sauna with panoramic window & nature's swimming pool on your doorstep. Experience luxury amidst nature.