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Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Front view from the entrance
Side view - French doors and patio
Summer blossoms on the patio
Back entrance and deck
Sunny breakfast area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 111722.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
  • Place, Geraldine Observatory
  • Place, Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat

This 3 bedroomed house is ideally situated for a wonderful family holiday or getaway. It is only an hour and a half drive from Christchurch and a perfect stop over on your way to the mountains and lakes. Geraldine offers a wide range of cafes, wine bars and restaurants and even has it's own cinema and upgraded heated outdoor swimming pool. There is a children's playground and skate park only 2 minutes away and there is also a golf course, tennis courts and some beautiful bush walks.
From the main street it is a mere five-minute stroll into Talbot Forest - a native forest with its breathtaking views over plains and mountains. Geraldine is an ideal spot to base yourself for day trips to Peel Forest, Te Moana gorge, Mt. Cook or fishing on the local rivers. The Rangitata River (home of world class white-water rafting and salmon fishing) is not far away. Here you can see some of the most spectacular alpine and high country scenery in New Zealand. It’s not difficult to see why Lord of the Rings producer Peter Jackson chose this superb valley as an important location in his films.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
Bookings of more than 7 nights receive 10% discount; please ask when booking

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Please do not park on the grass in front of the house. It can get wet and muddy especially in winter.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Geraldine

Located in Geraldine, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Geraldine Historical Society Museum and Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Geraldine Observatory and Pleasant Valley Daffodils. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Geraldine, South Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Geraldine Observatory - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 37 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Verdé Cafe Deli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barker's Foodstore & Eatery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Geraldine Fish Supply - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mes Amis - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat located?

This family-friendly Geraldine holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Geraldine Historical Society Museum, Geraldine Observatory and Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve. Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum and Vintage Car & Machinery Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by chriey346

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Meg is originally from Geraldine and was keen to have a house in her home town.
Family still live in and around Geraldine so the house comes in handy for all our family gatherings.

What makes this property unique

Very handy 5 minute walk across the pedestrian bridge to the town centre.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests