Riverside Retreat

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An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a covered area with a door leading to a room.
A cozy wooden interior with a dining table and chairs, a fireplace, and shelves with various items.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining table, four chairs, a small wooden table, a blue armchair, and a kitchen area with shelves and a stove.
A small, single-story building with a door and windows, surrounded by a fenced area with grass and wildflowers.
A rustic kitchen with a wood stove, shelves with jars and bottles, and a sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly
  • Garage parking available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Waimakariri District, Loburn
  • Place, Loburn Domain
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Northbrook Wetlands
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, Riverside Retreat allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Riverside Retreat ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this farm stay is 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from Rangiora Racecourse and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Northbrook Wetlands. Kaiapoi Food Forest and Aqualand New Zealand are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Riverside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful that we could take our dog with us. We enjoyed it that he could spend most of the time outside in the fenced off area. We would love to go back in summer or autumn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, loved the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for an off grid experience this stay is for you.It was very comfortable and had everything you need for a get away from technology and city lifePrivate and peaceful with just the sound of a stream to lull you to sleep
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great p lace overall
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant Farm Stay - Just What We Needed

Great location, great atmosphere really enjoyed our time there. The place has character
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful retreat

Absolutely wonderful loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach that was available last minute. Very peaceful location that had easy instructions to find. House had everything we needed to relax. River was a bit further away than we expected but it was a nice walk down there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Lovely quite area, very peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

End of Week Stay

The Bach is a lovely quiet Kiwi Farmstay experience. We would love to come back in Summer and swim in the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect river retreat

Fantastic getaway. The shack transports you away from daily life to a simpler time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Love the shack!! Was great getting back to basics and chilling out with my family. Our host Corina was a pleasure to communicate with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was great experience and we lived getting away from technology and just chilling together

The cows were fun to watch and it just a great place to be to get away from technology, I would 100% go thee again for a third time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just fabulous

We continue to return every year for an Autumn break. Rustic, beautiful and cosy, quiet and safe for kids, dogs and horses!! Very affordable and so welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

"THE SHACK" Stay with the hounds

"The Shack" is located in a quiet, rural setting. Plenty of room for hounds to stretch their legs after a long drive......or boring day in town. "The Shack" is a back to basics stay, but is well equipped with everything you need to be comfortable and warm. We did enjoy our stay and Corina is a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautifully back to basics

An absolute amazing beautiful shack that takes you back to basics and to enjoy the nature environment around you, family and friends. We went over with kiddies, horses, pony, and dog. Corina is absolutely amazing and really accomodating. We absolutely loved our stay. Thank you so much Corina, girls can not wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax

Very low key as wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country get away

Property was easy enough to find was as described was clean and tidy had board games ect which were fun to play with teenagers and kept them amused and of technology was very pleased, Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil and private retreat

I and my group of friends loved staying in this private and peaceful place in the country. We were able to travel easily to nearby Rangiora and Ashley Gorge, but spent most of the time sitting outside in the sunshine and relaxing. Having a fenced area around the house was great as it meant the dogs were able to run freely. Being off grid was good for us even though it took a little getting used to - internet break is good for all of us! Good descriptions and instructions. We had a bit of a hard time finding the water hole but that might have been us! Thank you for the experience, as we all enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Good getaway

Loved we could go off grid so close to Christchurch. Well equipped little house - bit low on matches and cleaning cloths. Also pretty obvious that it needed a deep clean - I moved the bedside dresser to find a large collection of mouse poo - and then pretty much find that to be the case under all the furniture - it was even under the mattress. Cleaned up what we could before we left but it definitely took a shine off the weekend. I took photos
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Off-the-Grid Bliss: Finding Serenity at The Shack

The Shack is a dream retreat for those looking to break free from the chaos of everyday life. This off-the-grid haven offers an unparalleled sense of peace, completely free from mobile coverage and the internet. You're enveloped by nature, and the only 'notifications' you'll get are the sounds of chirping birds. Despite its rustic surroundings, The Shack offers a surprisingly comfortable bed and armchairs. The Shack operates on a minimalist solar panel system, designed to meet essential power needs like basic lighting and USB charging. It's worth noting that you won't find power points here- aligning with the property's off-the-grid ethos. So while it's convenient for minimal electrical use, you'll need to plan ahead if you require more. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate that bushwalks begin right at your doorstep. Cooking options are versatile with a great BBQ setup and an indoor 2-ring gas burner. The wood-fired stove is also available for cooking. While the stove provides enough warmth in late October, it may not be sufficient for the colder winter months. The setting is quite favourable for star photography. Book lovers, however, can prepare to turn pages until dawn in this serene setting. If you're seeking a rejuvenating escape, look no further than The Shack. Pack wisely and get ready for an experience that will restore your peace and offer memorable moments.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very good

Very good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Off The Grid

Lovely Relaxing Family Time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for family and pets to stay

Found the property well looked after brought back some lovely memories of the cold range and lots of games were play at night was fun for our family we will come and stay again good to have no technology
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing retreat

Loved the off grid feel, perfect for a relaxing stay. Loved the coal range. Playing cards, relaxing reading a book, and walking to the river! Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bliss

We were looking for somewhere quiet to chill and recharge our batteries, also to bring along our dog Mr Shelby. What a beautiful place to stay off the grid a little 😉 we had the most chilled out time. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022