Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.

4.8

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

House in Christchurch

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this house rental

The perfect base for your Christchurch Stay, located truly in the heart of the city. A sleek contemporary townhouse with the added bonus of a courtyard garden. Leave the car at home and simply step out the door - a vast array of eateries, shops and other amenities is just a short stroll away. Wander to the Avon river and follow the riverside walking trail to Te Pae, Oxford Terrace or further to the Botanic Gardens or the burgeoning Arts Precinct.

The north facing open-plan living is cleverly designed to bring the outdoors in. Large bifold doors can be pushed back to connect the securely fenced wraparound courtyard garden extending the living area and creating a superb sense of space. A gas fire lends ambience to the sitting area and overlooking the dining area is a beautiful high spec kitchen with a gas cooktop and stainless steel counter.

Upstairs, arranged along a light-filled gallery, are three double bedrooms, including a spacious master with WIR and tiled en suite plus a family bathroom with separate bath.

Off street parking is either inside the internal access garage (small cars only) or in front of the garage.

NB The open staircase makes this home unsuitable for babies, toddlers and the less mobile.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Canterbury Museum

1.3 mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

7.8 mi

Akaroa Dolphins

40.8 mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

7.9 mi

Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.

4.8

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

House in Christchurch

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Canterbury Museum

1.3 mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

7.8 mi

Akaroa Dolphins

40.8 mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

7.9 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

4.8

May 2024

Awesome house and location. Fantastic little touches made the stay special

4.8

Apr 2024

The property was conveniently located and perfect for our group of 5 adults. Communication with the owners was excellent, and they were responsive and provided helpful advice on things to do/places to eat etc. We had no trouble parking our van in the garage - which was very convenient. There is some street noise, but this did not bother us. The fridge is small - but that wasn’t an issue for us. The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms/ showers were clean with plenty of hot water. It would be helpful to have a “cheat sheet” highlighting the closest local supermarket, coffee shop, and recommended restaurants and activities. Overall a very pleasant stay and highly recommended.

4.8

Apr 2024

My family of four had a wonderful stay here in April. . It was open, inviting, clean, and well located. It was an easy walk to the Avon, Margaret Mary Playground, and to the CBD beyond. It was well furnished and had everything we could ask for. Check-In was a breeze and everything was communicated clearly. This was probably the nicest home we've ever visited using VRBO

4.8

Apr 2024

High quality property in excellent location.

4.8

Mar 2024

The apartment was clean, airy and had a very homely feel. The Hosts were extremely generous in leaving a very "Welcoming" gift. It was the best that we had stayed in on our holiday. Every need was thought of from the bathroom to the kitchen. With just a short, enjoyable walk to the city centre and eateries/bars, we felt that we were in a great location. I would highly recommend staying in this apartment.

4.8

Mar 2024

The townhouse has a great open floor plan with lots of light/windows. The gas fireplace in the lounge area was a very nice cozy feature. The kitchen was well equipped, and having a laundry room was a big plus. The walk to downtown was picturesque, easy and took just a few minutes. Ken, the property manager (owner) responded quickly to messages, was very friendly and helpful. This is a great VRBO for a visit to Christchurch! I would definitely stay there again and will recommend it to my family for their next trip to NZ.

4.8

Mar 2024

great property

4.8

Mar 2024

Modern, stylish, sunny townhouse on two levels, living areas on lower level. Well appointed modern appliances we were able to be self sufficient or dine out as town house a short walk to restaurants. Highly recommended central city accommodation.

4.8

Feb 2024

Very comfortable beds. It was like sleeping on a cloud. The house looks at it does in the pictures. It is central but a bit of a walk to the market right in downtown. Lucky lime scooters are everywhere! Plenty of space for 6 adults. The bean bag was popular! Would be nice to have had a little milk in the house for morning coffee as there was not an open convenience store nearby. No TV but we weren't there for that. The gas fire was lovely and a nice surprise. Thank you for the gift on arrival Ken and Jenny!

4.8

Feb 2024

Great house , no tv but no big deal, enjoyed our stay

4.8

Feb 2024

A quality establishment

4.8

Feb 2024

Great location, could have used a few more amenities…shampoo, body wash, extra blankets, spatula. I could not find the check out process. We did what we thought would work. Overall very nice house. Would recommend.

4.8

Feb 2024

Beautiful place and great location. Unfortunately neither of the fireplaces worked (which were the featured items in the listing) and there were things like no Kleenex, no coffee maker and most importantly no instructions for anything. It would have been so extremely helpful to have instructions for many of the different heating etc in the home.

4.8

Feb 2024

This property exceeded the property description. Owner is very responsive. Easy 10 minute walk to the city center. Unit is in pristine condition and very comfortable.

4.8

Jan 2024

We had a perfect stay in this centrally-located stylish townhouse. The light-filled great room and totally modern kitchen were our headquarters by day and the cozy bedrooms with luxury baths (loved the water pressure) provided a welcome refuge at night. We were able to walk everywhere in central Christchurch. A top VRBO!

4.8

Jan 2024

We had a Lovely stay in this unit, close to the city, great location. Clean and lovely modern decor. We appreciated the lovely welcome note and complimentary bottle of wine from Ken and Jenny. We would recommend adding to the property listing information about there being no TV.

4.8

Jan 2024

Beautiful modern house with quality appliances, great features, personal touches and everything we needed for our family stay in Christchurch, easy walk into town and great hospitality and communication from Ken and Jenny

4.8

Dec 2023

Close to city center and a nice place to come back to after seeing the sites and shopping. Great communication with the hosts, clean, like a home away from home.

4.8

Dec 2023

Communication with the owner was so great that it’s difficult for me to give this a less than a perfect review. It is very light. VERY. There are no shades in the living areas and hallway which means that you have to keep moving around as the sun comes up/goes down to keep the glare out of your eyes. Also makes you question the privacy a bit. It was swelteringly hot and the lack of shade just kept intensifying it. This is where Ken gets an A+ for communication and effort. I let him know that it was pretty uncomfortable and he had some fans delivered which we put together. I give this a less than 5 star not for the heat because he worked to resolve that, but because you can’t darken areas except the bedrooms, there are no tvs, nightstands or bedroom lamps. Also, it was noisy, the neighbors across the way especially.

4.8

Dec 2023

Lovely spacious townhouse with generous bedrooms and lots of gorgeous natural light. Would highly recommend.

4.8

Dec 2023

Lovely light filled house, close to town and Hadley Park. A nice touch finding a bottle of wine waiting for us. Bedrooms were a good size and the beds were comfortable. There were a few comforts missing such as bedside tables and lamps but nothing we couldn’t do without. The inside fire was great and easy to use, unfortunately the outside fire was not working. Thanks Ken for a lovely stay

4.8

Dec 2023

Amazing property close to everything. Beautiful house with everything you could possibly want. We we're catching up with friends and the house provided great areas to socialise in and do this. Will certainly be back in future if available. Couldn't have asked for better.

4.8

Dec 2023

The property is in a great location, close to the heart of Chch. Well presented, very clean, with a modern kitchen. Really did miss not having a T.V.

4.8

Nov 2023

This is a great house for visiting ChristChurch. It is walking distance from the heart of town, so easy to walk to restaurants, the botanical gardens or stores. The house is very zen -- super clean, uncluttered and yet very comfortable. Kitchen is well equipped. We appreciated having a garage -- made packing and unpacking easy. Very nice place.

4.8

Nov 2023

This is a stunning house, perfect for a city getaway to celebrate our mother-in-law’s birthday. It is located only a short walk to the city centre and is on a quiet street. Having a garage/parking was a bonus for us. There are plenty of restaurants nearby. Communication from Ken was excellent. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

4.8

Oct 2023

Our apartment was as advertised and perfect for our purposes. We walked everywhere and it was close to Te Pae for our conference. Clean, modern and spacious. We had a great stay. Thanks.

4.8

Oct 2023

Lovely space. Close to town.

4.8

Apr 2023

Beautiful condo near downtown. We were abe to walk to most of the places we visited. Condo was spacious/modern. Attached garage, living room, kitchen, outdoor fireplace, Rooftop Patio, washer/dryer 3 nice bedrooms and 2.5 Bathroom Lot's of room. Everything we needed for 6 people to enjoy some time in Christchurch. Lot's of restaurants,... all within walking distance

4.8

Apr 2023

Great location, plenty of space/light, modern fixtures & fittings. We chose this place to stay for our daughters graduation, and because of this we arrived to a bottle of bubbles from Ken & Jenny, very thoughtful!!!

4.8

Mar 2023

Well designed home incorporating a sleek interior, expansive glass and privacy as well. Comfortable beds with quality linens. Parking in the garage with a small/mid SUV wasn't a problem. Two bedrooms with ensuite and a half bath on the lower level was perfect for two couples.

4.8

Mar 2023

Modern apartment. Great place to stay and close to Christchurch city centre. Host Kevin and his wife responded quickly to enquiries via messenger facility. Will book again if available…

4.8

Mar 2023

Our stay at this property was fantastic. Even though we were in town for work (wifi was great by the way), we were able to enjoy this central city location that is an easy walk to just about anywhere. The home itself is stunning and the beds are super comfortable. The hosts are excellent communicators and were super responsive to any questions that we had. I give them 6 stars (on a 5-star scale)! ******

4.8

Mar 2023

Perfect spot next to the city center. Tidy and modern. Friendly service Easy to deal with. Highly recommend. Thank you

4.8

Mar 2023

Very comfortable and easy access to the city.

4.8

Mar 2023

Really nice place to stay, great location close to everything in centre city, great off street parking too. House has every we needed.

4.8

Feb 2023

This is a gorgeous house in a great, central location. Despite being so close to everything, you don’t feel like it’s really noisy or busy. Two walls on the main level are glass doors that open up to let in all of the fresh air and sunlight. They were my favorite parts of the house. Everything is comfortable and well-appointed and the garage was a fantastic bonus for us. Ken was also great to work with and very communicative - easy check-in and check-out, and there was a yummy bottle of wine waiting for us when we arrived. Because the main staircase is circular and open, families with very small children will need to be careful, but it’s not impossible. Add a couple of throw blankets and shower soap/shampoo and it would be absolutely perfect. As it is, I’d happily stay here again and I highly recommend it. It’s one of the nicest places I’ve ever stayed. Thanks for a great experience!

4.8

Feb 2023

This property is an excellent place to stay. Great location, loads of room and all the extras in a home away from home. Hosts had great communication and easy directions on arrival. Would highly recommend this.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Christchurch?

The average price for a rental in Christchurch is $147 per night. This rental is $263 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.

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Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Christchurch

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Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.

House in Christchurch

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Christchurch

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Christchurch?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Light filled townhouse. Stroll to river, Te Pae and central city.?

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