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Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK

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A garden with white and purple flowers in front of a wooden deck and a covered patio area.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and a clock on the wall.
A building with a 'Welcome' sign above a window, a blue pot with sticks, and purple flowers.
A compact laundry room with a front-loading washing machine, a sink, and a window.
A small white building with a sloped roof, a window, and a door. There is a garden with purple and white flowers in front of the building.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Selwyn District, Southbridge
  • Place, Lake Ellesmere
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln Event Centre
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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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 hiking and mountain biking.
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Selwyn District, Southbridge

What's nearby

  • Lake Ellesmere - 27 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Lincoln University - 45 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Lincoln Event Centre - 51 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Larcomb Vineyard - 54 min drive - 60.4 km
  • Canterbury Agricultural Park - 60 min drive - 70.2 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 23 Oct, 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 22 Feb, 2027 start from S$339, 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, 12.1 mi (19.5 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay in an excellent quiet location. Amenities were great
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cozy place

Lovely cozy accommodation in an awesome location. Lots of walks and nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful rugged coastline and an awesome village community

It was a lovely peaceful location… a fishing cabin with relaxing and comfortable accommodation. We loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet location. Family friendly. Clean and tidy. Beautiful grass area and garden.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely quiet setting

Great place to stay. Well equipped and comfortable. Amazing forest restoration project nearby with an interesting trail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Year get away

Property was exactly what we needed. Just a short stroll to the water and other great walks. Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Neat, Warm and comfortable Stay.

My wife and I spent 1 night here. Was great. Comfortable bed, warm fire, entertainment centre was great. Would definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A brief interlude

We stayed for the third time at Rakaia Huts and loved it once again. Clean, welcoming and oh so quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great wee holiday house. Perfect for our family. We will be back again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2023
thank you and would be delighted to host again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous silence

So easy to find. House was lovely and clean. So quiet. Really nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

A wonderful short break in the middle of a long drive. Peaceful and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Getaway

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. 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway.

Thank you to Stephen and family for sharing your family bach. I was so comfortable and cozy. Such a friendly neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful & Comfortable Place!

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2021
Thanks Rosa. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

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 😊
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!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay great little batch everything you need, clean and tidy, would definatley recommend.

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

good weekend

suited our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Batch

Lovely and very homey batch with everything needed for a fantastic family getaway. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Family Fishing Bach, Beautifully Kept

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Felt like home, will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway.

Every thing was as described and process was simple. I needed a break and this worked brilliantly. Would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Our review

It was a great relaxing time just what we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Respite

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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