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Home Sweet Home

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A two-story brick house with a covered porch, a small garden, and a metal fence.
A red brick building with a large cherry blossom tree in front.
Property grounds
A neatly made bed with a striped comforter and two black pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with a 'Love and Joy' sign.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, a window with curtains, and a red abstract painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Timaru, Canterbury
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Timaru

West End, a neighbourhood in Timaru, is home to this holiday home. South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timaru Lighthouse and Richard Pearse Memorial. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway.
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Map
Timaru, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Aigantighe Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ashbury Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 8 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 5 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black & Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Sweet Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home Sweet Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Sweet Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home Sweet Home located?

This family-friendly Timaru holiday home is located in West End, within 1 mi (2 km) of Aigantighe Art Gallery, Ashbury Park and South Canterbury Museum. Sacred Heart Basilica and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km). Timaru Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to access, ideal location,Super comfy beds, warm and inviting home. Loved our stay . Lots to keep the 9 year old with us occupied . Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a good location in Timaru. Plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great for families

Lots of added extras for families . Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic House and Host

Nicely presented and perfect for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious property

It is a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Timaru Stay

Warm house and the host had thoughtfully gotten the fire going for us. The beds, bedding and pillows were amazing - so comfortable. Great after a full day of travelling.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and quiet

Lovely property that was clean and quiet. It had everything we needed plus a bonus with the bikes for our boys - thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

We arrived to a warm house. We had evetything we needed for our stay. Thank you so much Corey and Andrea.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2024
Thank you for that lovely review and for leaving the house so clean and tidy. Welcome back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you need

Fantastic place with lots of space and everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful home away from home

Offers everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. A perfect family home which caters extremely well for young children, offering a variety of fun things to keep them well entertained. Lovely comfy beds too and contains all the amenities you need. Hosts extremely helpful and considerate. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anon

It was lovely to get in late at night and the log fire was lit and house was lovely and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2024
Thank you for your lovely comments, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cosy and Comfortable

My family and I stayed at Corey and Andrea's property for the weekend, whilst visiting Timaru. We couldnt have hoped for a nicer home to call our own. The beds were super comfy, beautiful soft bedding and the shower water pressure was great. We had cooler weather but that meant we were able to make use of their log burner which kept the entire house super cosy. Our kids loved the games room and their selection of DVDs meant we were able to enjoy a family movie night when the rain kept us indoors. Location was fantastic, walking distance to the Lough Park which the kids loved! Thank you again Corey and Andrea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent, Spacious, Homely

This property is situated in a residential area but is a short drive to the town centre and Caroline Bay. It is a large home and is comfortable and cosy. The hosts had the fire set for us with plenty of firewood which had been brought inside for us. The kitchen is well equipped and there were a number of essential supplies available to use. The hosts had kindly left us biscuits and offered we use any herbs or vegetables from the garden. The kitchen has a little wear and tear but this is not an issue. There is a lovely patio where you can sit and enjoy the gardens. Parking is available in close proximity to unload bags. Our stay was very enjoyable and I recommend this property to those who are looking for a home to stay in. So much more than a motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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