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The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home

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A wooden deck with a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape with hills and a lake.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white appliances, a dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, and a cozy seating area with leather chairs and a fur throw.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a hanging pendant light, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden dining table, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Self-parking included
  • Refrigerator
  • Garden
  • Living area
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Canterbury
  • Place, Wainui Banks Peninsula
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Wainui Banks Peninsula
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Akaroa Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

French Farm

Wainui is home to this cottage. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds and Akaroa Lighthouse. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Akaroa, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Wainui Banks Peninsula - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • beach near Wainui Banks Peninsula - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Duvauchelle Showgrounds - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Akaroa Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve - 16 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vangioni's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Grandstand - French Farm Holiday Home located?

Situated in Wainui, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Wainui Banks Peninsula and within 6 miles (10 km) of Duvauchelle Showgrounds and Akaroa Golf Club. Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Banks Peninsula are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place and the location was good for us as we explored the peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2026
Hi there, Thank you for your review. It’s great to hear the place worked well for your visit and that the location made it easy to explore the peninsula. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and would be happy to host you again. Kind regards, Ricky Bachcare Support Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous views

This was a fabulously, peaceful place to stay. Wonderful views, not too far to drive to Akaroa and equipped with all we needed for out short stay. The birdsong in the evening was amazing as we sat out on the deck. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you for staying with Bachcare and for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to know you had a great stay and enjoyed your time away. It's always wonderful to hear when guests have a positive experience. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even better, please don't hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A view to die for

Beautiful location, amazing views and the most incredible dawn chorus . We loved our stay. Some cupboards or storage space in the bedrooms would be useful, though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are pleased you chose Bachcare for your stay. Guest feedback plays an important role in helping us improve the experience we provide, and we always welcome suggestions on how we can make future stays even better. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful kiwi bach

A very well designed and equipped kiwi bach Stunning views Cozy fire Awesome night sky
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. Guest feedback is always valued, and if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
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