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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 compact laundry room with a front-loading washing machine, a sink, and a window.
A building with a 'Welcome' sign above a window, a blue pot with sticks, and purple flowers.
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
Accommodating 5 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers access to mountain biking, hiking, and surfing activities. Enjoy outdoor areas including a porch, patio, and deck while having fun with games and video games. Located near the sea and riverfront, this family-friendly space promotes adventure.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Selwyn District, Southbridge
  • Place, Lincoln University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln Event Centre
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Larcomb Vineyard
    ‪54 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

About this property

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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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20031480
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Selwyn District, Southbridge

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Fowler Reserve - 59 min drive - 73.6 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 8 Sept, 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 13 Sept, 2026 start from S$330, 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).

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Caunter

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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.

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English
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