Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK
Welcome to Dunnabridge at Rakaia Huts. The only rental accommodation at the Huts on the North side of the river. Close to the townships of Southbridge & Leeston if you are attending events in the area. A family bach with all the facilities you will need for a family weekend away for a bit of fishing or some peace and quiet. Plenty of places to sit in the sun to enjoy a book. Walks in any direction. If fishing is your thing then you have easy access to the Rakaia River. Try for a Salmon, Trout or Whitebait (in season) Not into fishing. No problem. Enjoy peace and quiet to do your own thing, walk, read, sit in the sun.
Bring the kids as plenty of entertainment. Great selection of board games, jigsaws, DVD's or playstation. No option of getting bored. Fully fenced.
Would recommend sturdy walking shoes for trips along the beach. It can be a long walk to the river mouth so easiest access option is four wheel motorbike.
Dogs OK (outside) as long as you tidy up!
Boat ramp is public facility at lagoon. 500 mts away
Very limited connectivity for internet and phone. There is as long as you stand in the right spot. Special conditions:
Plenty of blankets for extra warmth if required. Plenty of firewood supplied for fire. Kitchen consumables supplied (Tea, coffee, sugar), some basic pantry items plus cleaning products.
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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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southbridge
Located in Southbridge, this holiday home is on a river. Local points of interest include Lake Ellesmere and Salmon World. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Christchurch Public Hospital - 52 min drive - 70.3 km
Restaurants
Southbridge Takeaways - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?
As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK on 18 Apr, 2026 start from S$121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK located?
This family-friendly Southbridge holiday home is located by the sea, 11.8 mi (19 km) from Lake Ellesmere, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Salmon World and Lincoln University. Crown Research Centre and Foster Dog Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great wee Bach, warm, tidy, full of character. Good size property for kids to ride their bikes. Shame the nor’wester turned the river to chocolate milk. Awesome property, will stay again. 👍
An absolutely wonderful place to relax in! It more than met all our expectations with all the amenities on offer including a comfortable bed and a good shower! Unfortunately unexpected rain hampered our attempts to really explore the place and for my husband to do some fishing, but we did manage to visit the nearby beach and look at all the birdlife there. I would highly recommend this lovely bach.
What an awesome few days!
Arrived and parked the car and didn't start it up again till we left.
Fabulous spot. Fantastic crib.
Lots of walking. Fresh air. Great laughs, food and beverages! Terrific sleeps!
Thank you so much to our hosts for sharing this gem with us 😊
Ross M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2023
Thank you for such a lovely review. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we got the oven working!!!
Very comfortable family bach with a great sense of the fishing history in a peaceful setting. Had everything you need and was a wonderful nostalgia trip for my old time fisherman dad (93 years old). We had a lovely time. Thanks for letting us bring the dogs. Great walks everywhere.
Everything you could need for a quiet stay away! The fire was so cosy and the bed was comfortable!
Very homely feel to this batch which has everything you need to relax. It was so quiet which was perfect. Was lovely with the fire going. Everything was cruisy and there at hands reach. The owner was very communicative with instructions. My only confusion was whether I was meant to turn the main power off when I left but didn't want the freezer to defrost!! Hopefully it was all okay. Stayed one night and having a late checkout was perfect to help get organised in the morning! Thank you, would love to come back.
This was a fabulous place to stay, very comfy dwelling and very clean and tidy. Lots of entertainment for children and well fenced and good sized area for the dog who had a wonderful time.
Catherine P.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
About the host
Hosted by Stephen Caunter
Our family bach has created many memories for our family and it can do the same for you for your time on holiday. I manage the property remotely as I live in Nelson. We still get to use it and it is a great base for a few projects that are on the go.
Why they chose this property
This is a family Bach we can now share with you. Nothing pretentious or over the top. Perfect for family getaway. Fully fenced so suitable all ages
What makes this property unique
Be fishing on the river in next to no time. Trout, salmon, whitebait or just enjoy the nature.