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Peel Forest Slice of Paradise

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Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, a stainless steel trash can, and a built-in stove.
Exterior
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A living room with wicker furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Peel Forest, Canterbury
  • Place, Peel Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashburton Domain
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Art Gallery and Museum
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Peel Forest

Peel Forest is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve and Peel Forest Park, while Roger Mahan Heritage Centre and Geraldine Military Museum are cultural highlights. Geraldine Observatory and Pleasant Valley Daffodils are also worth visiting.
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Peel Forest, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Peel Forest Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 28 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Pleasant Valley Daffodils - 43 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Ashburton Domain - 56 min drive - 82.6 km
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 56 min drive - 82.6 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guga's Pork Car - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Green Man at Peel Forest - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peel Forest Slice of Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peel Forest Slice of Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peel Forest Slice of Paradise?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peel Forest Slice of Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Peel Forest Slice of Paradise located?

Situated in Peel Forest, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Roger Mahan Heritage Centre, Peel Forest Park and Geraldine Observatory. Geraldine Military Museum and McAtamney Gallery and Design Store are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, well set up for families and children. Great base to explore the walks and area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2026
Thanks for leaving clean and tidy and so pleased you had a wonderful stay with your friends in our piece of paradise 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and lovely host, very welcoming. Well suited for ourselves and extended family. Lovely location, nice and clean and homely. Thank you very much again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2026
So pleased you enjoyed your stay 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious house with all amenities was appreciated. Beautiful location with plenty of walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Pleased you enjoyed your stay 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay. All contact, access instructions and other information was clear. A great place to base for a holiday and explore the area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thanks for your review Graeme - pleased you enjoyed your stay 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A well-kept, well-loved bach. Plenty of space, not far for walks and rivers, easy to keep warm. Host replies quickly too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and thanks for leaving the place very clean and tidy ..much appreciated 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a getaway in the forest - has everything you need and with a beautiful deck to boot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thanks for your review Muz - the deck sure is a great place to hang out - pleased you enjoyed your stay 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peel Forest

Great stay. Well equipped holiday home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2025
Thanks Paul - pleased you enjoyed and would certainly welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic

Beautiful home, wonderful location for relaxing and close to walkways. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there and highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Wonderful guests - the place was left immaculately and would be happy to have them back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is truly something special. The warm welcome, complete with fresh flowers and sweets, is already impressive. The interior is tasteful, high-quality, and very clean. From the large veranda, you have a wonderful panoramic view of the adjacent forest, which makes it a great spot for birdwatching
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2026
So pleased you enjoyed your stay … I hope the weather allowed for some great bird watching.. thankyou for leaving it spotless this was much appreciated 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very private

The home was very comfortable and the bath amazing. A bit of a drive to get supplies, got excellent steaks at Geraldine butcher thought.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thanks Julie pleased you enjoyed the bath … it is very relaxing. Thanks for the feedback about distance to supplies maybe something I need to add to my description and yes Geraldine butcher always has exceptional meat 👍
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An idyllic spot to stay. It was a home away from home, but in the beautiful bush. It was quiet, private, and filled with native birdsong. The house was very clean and the beds comfortable. The situation is ideal for trampers, with many walks into Peel Forest.Trudy was easy to communicate with and responsive to messages.We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2026
Thanks Jennie I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we would certainly welcome you back again 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional holiday home in the Lovely Peel forest

This house provides a very comfortable stay with beautiful rooms and a lovely outlook from the large deck. We were not familiar with the area before we stayed and greatly enjoyed the walks we did in the native forest. We would gladly stay again if we revisit the area. Host also helpful and quick to respond. Only slight thing would be if there was a shelf in kitchen/laundry for food storage. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thanks for your feedback Kate … something I need to consider … so pleased you enjoyed your stay and house was left immaculate 🤗
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