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Ocean View tiny house

Cabin with kitchen, near Sumner Beach

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Kohanga sits at the bottom of the garden with Banks Peninsula in the background
Terrace/patio
Kohanga with outdoor table and chairs
Skylight view out to Boulders Bay
View from sleeping loft

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2107.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Not Applicable
  • Place, Sumner Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Taylor's Mistake Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cave Rock
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Loft

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Ocean View tiny house

A self contained tiny house set in tranquil woodland setting with views of the Pacific Ocean. Main living area contains comfortable seating and dining table. Kitchen has fridge and cooking hob. A ladder leads to the sleeping loft so guests should have a reasonable level of agility. There is a super comfortable mattress, quality linen and a view out to Banks Peninsula via an opening skylight. Tiled bathroom contains toilet and shower. French doors open to decking , outdoor furniture and barbeque area.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Sea view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, this cabin is by the sea. Lyttelton Harbour and Caddyshack City are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lyttelton Farmers Market and The Tannery. High Street and Margaret Mahy Playground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
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Christchurch, Not Applicable

What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Shag Rock - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cobb Cottage - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cave Rock - 7 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 42 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dotcom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nom Nom Restuarant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View tiny house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean View tiny house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View tiny house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View tiny house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View tiny house located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Taylor's Mistake Beach and Sumner Beach. Cave Rock and Shag Rock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 205 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 205 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hamish has great communication and also a lovely small home with amazing views. Lovely host and place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Y.

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

Great little stay near the coast

Overall a great stay, good location, cute property, fast WiFi, comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact with everything well set out, great spot for walks or strolls.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Great place to stay

Stunning view over the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

L L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ocean view tiny house was just a described! It was organized and tidy which is perfect for a Tiny House. It has character, a beautiful garden, peaceful and quiet while looking out to the ocean. Our hosts were so friendly and helpful with the house and suggestions for places to go for a walk and experience the beach and city. It was a wonderful place to stay! We loved Christchurch. We did the Christchurch Sightseeing Pass. Totally worth it. Hop-on hop-off tram, punting on the Avon and gondola ride with a magnificent view! If there's two of you visiting Christchurch, stay at the tiny house and enjoy everything around the area!
Tiny house
Ocean view from kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Irena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is beautiful I highly tecommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay N.

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

Great little space

Fantastic little tiny home, a quiet space close to coastal walks with fantastic views.Loved that it was out of the hustle and bustle of the mainncity but easy access to Sumner Beach cafes and east drive iver the hill to Littleton.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great Place

Exactly as listed, Hamish was very friendly and our stay at the tiny house was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Great stay! Thanks!

Great example of a tiny house. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Lovely views!

My son and I had a great weekend away, thank you. The tiny house was warm and charming, and the view was stunning. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi H.

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

Fantastic tiny house!

My daughter and I had a wonderful stay here, very cute spot, and a great base to explore Sumner from.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mamta p., Dunedin

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

Beautiful tiny home

Amazing place to stay, great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay , beautiful area and lots of things close by to do. Great hosts excellent communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Great little place

Rental was as described, truly enjoyed our night here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great cozy tiny home with amazing view from bed!

I had a great stay and was very well accommodated; great hosts and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

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

Lovely get-away with an awesome view!

such a lovely place to stay. super warm and cozy and the view was un-real!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

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

stay at the Little House

great placenice walk the 400' down to town and back upsteep stairs to loft - might be difficult for unstable adultsexcellent host
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AKIKO I.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Small cottage, great stay

Nice location with great views. Cosy cottage with everything I need. Like the place very much
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

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

Great short stay

Perfect location for a short getaway in a beautiful location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely location overlooking the volcano

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Enjoyed our Stay

We loved our stay in the little house. Even though compact, the house was well equipped for a short stay, the bed in the loft very comfortable, and the shower was lovely and hot. Hamish is a kind and accommodating host, responsive to any need. We enjoyed our walk along the cliffs, too, and visit to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah G.

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

Wonderful Place!

Hamish really has a neat tiny home. Our favorite part was the big window in the bedroom loft which opened onto the ocean!Thanks for the stay, it was great to meet you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely tiny home

We loved the quaint little home and it’s prime location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Great tiny house in lovely location

perfect little tiny house to spend a night while traveling - could easily stay a few days with loads of hiking in the Port Hills and Taylors and Sumner beaches just moments away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

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

Stay at the tiny house

Amazing tiny house with beautiful views. Location is convenient and the hosts were lovely and very good with communication.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hamish Kelland

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We are a semi retired couple who have travelled extensively and now enjoy sharing our unique property with others

What makes this property unique

Our cliff top location allows extensive views of the ocean and walking tracks to 3 beautiful swimming beaches. Kohanga tiny house is nestled at the bottom of our extensive organic garden.
Access if via a side gate. It is only a 20 minute walk to Sumner village where there are numerous cafes, eateries, shops, bars, supermarket, library and movie theatre.
The Purple Bus runs (every 15mins during peak hours) to Christchurch city and the airport.

Languages:

English

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