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Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views.

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A modern house with a covered patio, a view of a lake, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with two black bar stools, a stainless steel oven, and a large window providing natural light.
A view through a door of a lake with trees in the background.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a small garden with purple flowers, and a view of a lake through a glass door.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and a mirror.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Hood
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Ashburton, Ashburton
  • Place, Lake Hood
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashburton Domain
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views.

Lake Hood is only 10 minutes drive from Ashburton where you will find a range of shops, cafe, weekend farmers market (Sat 9am-12pm), supermarkets and local restaurants. The Lake House Restaurant, only 5 minutes walk around the canals, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The house is only 1 hour away from Christchurch Airport.
Activities at Lake Hood include swimming, walking and biking the river track, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, board-sailing, sailing, fishing, water-skiing, chip and putt golf, international rowing course, tennis and paintball. There are free gas BBQ spots on the lake edge. There are kayaks and bikes available for use.
The house is single story with off street parking.

Special conditions:
Health and Safety: Deep cleaning procedures follow the data from the Centre for Disease Conrol and NZ Ministry of Health Guidelines - clean and sanitise/disinfect.
Plus accommodation is vacant for at least 2 days between bookings.
Antibacterial handwashes and cleaners available. Extra tissues and toilet paper.

No Pets allowed.

Property not fenced between lake and house, therefore I don't accept toddlers or children to stay.

Extras: Linen (included);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house, put out rubbish and do the dishes before you leave.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please leave the house clean and tidy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20036708ha
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Huntingdon

Located in Huntingdon, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Hood and Ashburton Domain reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum and Salmon World. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Ashburton, Ashburton

What's nearby

  • Lake Hood - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Trott's Garden - 28 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 48 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 56 min drive - 55.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Triangle Espresso - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Fine Lion - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Somerset Grocer - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Lake House Resturant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views.?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views. on Dec 31, 2026 start from $231, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Warm and peaceful with unobstructed lake views. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Lake Hood, and within 9 mi (15 km) of The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum and Ashburton Domain. Historic Art Gallery and Museum and Trott's Garden are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in a beautiful home

Very nice home with all the mod cons. A beautiful view, right on the lake. Had great fun using the kayaks to paddle the canals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
My cleaner tells me that Julian's group left the house very clean and tidy. I was most impressed that they had set first two loads of washing going. Therefore I would welcome them back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kylie S.

Lovely waterfront home, very relaxing and peaceful, only negative is storage -...

Lovely waterfront home, very relaxing and peaceful, only negative is storage - we stayed 8 nights and arrived to a nearly full pantry/fridge freezer and bedroom drawers/bathroom so we struggled with storage a fair bit. Would recommend Bev buy a garage fridge and store her personal items when people are staying a week plus, but other than this would recommend.
Verified review

8/10 Good

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Property with nice lake view

The property is on a pleasant housing estate, clean and well presented, most amenities available. Host lives in the property (when not let), which does create a slightly bizarre scenario of host possessions around the property plus host food in the fridge and kitchen. I have never experienced this before, it would have been better if the fridge had been cleared, but we "worked around" the "quirky" set up and enjoyed our stay there. Better garden furniture would have been nice. better quirky than dirty......and good nights sleep was had....
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Well set-up property, with everything we needed. A really enjoyable experience.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2021
I didnt get to meet Regan's group. According to cleaner the house was left tidy although several safety checks not completed. First group to get our recycling system correct.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

most relaxing

Very clean large and easy to find. Good communication from the owner. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 22, 2021
Simon is a lovely, friendly, chatty person. They keep the house clean and tidy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Hood

Lovely home. Great water access. Enjoyed our stay
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 12, 2021
Lovely family. Respected my home. Left the place very clean and tidy. Many thats. Welcome again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, very relaxing

Beautiful spot, great space and easy to deal with..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter haven for oldies

Wonderfully warm and quiet for a winter stay while attending family function in Ashburton. Beautiful view and enjoyable walk around the lake to Lake House for coffee. Plenty of recreational options available (Kayaking, golf, tennis, snow sports) if we had stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2020
Alison communicated well and left the house clean and tidy. I appreciated that they put the dirty linen out into the laundry.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Easy check-in and clean and tidy property in beautiful location. Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2020
I was disappointed to find Chris's group had left house messy. Empty boxes, paper, coathangers, all around living area, heated towel rail still on, no attempt to vacuum. Someone had slept in living area and not returned bedding. This is not how you leave an entire house booking - meant to leave it clean and tidy as you found it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shaun p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

It was so nice would like to go back
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
I did not get to meet Shaun's group. They left the house clean and tidy. I would be happy to have Shaun's group again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

stunning

stunning home in a stunning location
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Tracey's group were friendly and chatty and appreciative of the house and the aspect. They left the house clean and tidy. They even stripped the beds and put the first load of washing on. I would be pleased to welcome them back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jin r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

A+ the atmosphere here was off the hook

Absolutely stunning place lovely and clean the surroundings were an a++ only downfall was no room to put your groceries in that was it! otherwise excellent !! Would most definately book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Did you have only 4 persons using the facilities? You had 3/4 of the fridge in kitchen and I see you used the small fridge in the garage. For 4 people this should have been plenty! I was concerned about the excessive use of linen from the cupboard. Also white towel with brown stains [maybe spraytan] that Janola will not take out. I suggest that person carry their own towel in future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Was a great place to base ourselves for a few days of business meetings
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

Great location

Great location. Property in good condition.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

The Lake House is extremely sunny, comfortable and well-appointed.

The Lake House is extremely sunny, comfortable and well-appointed. The views out over, and proximity to, Lake Hood are excellent.

About the host

Hosted by BevN5944

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What makes this property unique

Open plan living with indoor/ outdoor flow.
On the edge of the main lake. Uninterrupted Lake Views.

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