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Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 11 1722.2 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- 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);
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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.

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
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
About the host
Hosted by chriey346

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.
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
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