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Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A single-story house with a front porch, a small front yard, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
A kitchen with a wooden island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with wooden chairs.
A living room with a wooden bench, a white sofa, and a large window with curtains.
A bedroom with a large window, a wooden bookshelf, and a bench with a pillow and a plant.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ohoka, Canterbury
  • Place, Waimakariri River
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodford Glen Speedway
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, The Groynes
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King

1 King Bed

King single

1 Single Bed

King single

1 Single Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet

Our place is close to Kaiapoi. You’ll love our place because it has plenty of room, good heating / cooling, well-equipped kitchen, gas hot water with great pressure, three luxury mattresses for a perfect sleep and rural views out the back. It is good for couples and families (with kids). It's on a 10-acre established section with lots of space to explore.

The Den has a 55 inch smart TV with Sky satellite TV, DVD player and Netflix if you have an account. It has super-fast Fibre Internet and WiFi.

Note that there is an external floodlight/security camera facing the driveway. If you would like that disabled for your stay, please let me know.

** 100% refund if cancelled by the day before check-in. VRBO does not have this option but I can approve the refund if your plans change. Please let me know ASAP though, so someone else gets a chance to rent it **

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note cleaning products and pills in the cupboards
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9627711
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 first aid kit
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

Ohoka

Located in Ohoka, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bridge of Remembrance and Canterbury Earthquake Memorial are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Northlands Shopping Centre and Papanui Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Woodford Glen Speedway or One New Zealand Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Ohoka, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Waimakariri River - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Darjon Vineyard - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Woodford Glen Speedway - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • The Groynes - 15 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Papanui Road - 20 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 16 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mandeville Village Fish & Chips - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Ya - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Family-friendly, well-equipped, spacious country house,garden and Fibre Internet located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Darjon Vineyard, Woodford Glen Speedway and Northbrook Wetlands. Rangiora Museum and Sequoia Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favorite stays of all time! Gorgeous spot and a stunning home that was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
That's great to hear, Rose!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay. Very well equipped and a lot of attention to details, like phone chargers in the bedrooms. Comfortable beds. Feels like a home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the farmhouse appeal and the quiet atmosphere. Very cozy and warm
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great kitchen, good space and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to stay. Peaceful countryside. Quality linen, amazingly comfortable beds. Nice kitchen. A definite home away from home.
A country home away from home.
Above expectations
Our favourite room
Garden views
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Lovely place to stay

Loved staying here, the tranquility was just amazing! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your comments, Angela. Great to hear! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay here and it was outstanding. The home is spacious, clean and tidy, nicely furnished, in a lovely setting, etc. A perfect rural getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shailesh P.

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

Its a very quiet location and tidy place to stay

kids enjoyed their stay , very spacious, clean and neat place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2022
Thank you Shailesh, I'm pleased the kids enjoyed it! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regina m.

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

Fabulous stay

The house and property were gorgeous and was a very comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tai P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Simon's place (3 adult women). It had everything we needed - warmth, comfy beds, well stocked, fresh air, sunshine and quiet. Everything is as described, and much better. It's a really comfy stay, and well worth it. We hope to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Great to hear it, thank you Tai! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Beautiful Relaxation space

This house was a serene place in a beautiful area. We loved the cosy feel inside in such a quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2025
Thank you Josh, that's great to hear! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was thoughtfully provided. Excellent all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov, 2025
Thank you Dana, pleased you enjoyed it! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyn G.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful home with everything we needed. Plenty of space outside for the children to play and kick balls around. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
Thank you Lyn, so pleased you enjoyed it! - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Spacious country retreat

This property was an excellent family destination. It has spacious living areas to relax and very large bedrooms for the whole family. A fantastic place to stay and definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

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

Excellent

A lovely place to stay for our holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan, 2022
Thank you Zoe, very pleased you enjoyed it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

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

Amazing place to stay. Was very clean and tidy and comfy beds. Will definitely stay again if we area

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2022
Thank you for your review, Alison. I'm pleased you enjoyed it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Quiet and convenient

Easy to access and short drive into Christchurch. Had everything we needed. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Magnificent home on beautiful land. Perfect for a visit with family. Can’t speak more highly of the owners and how accommodating they were for my family and I.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Our family gathering

We had an wonderful stay. I would like to thank the owners for their amazing help and thoughtfulness thoughout our stay. I would love to stay again, hopefully without the rest of the family🙂 Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nuala T.

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

Great, calm place

Stayed here for a month while getting set up on new area. It was nice and quiet. A perfect retreat.
Stayed 31 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny R.

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

Plenty of room, well equipped, great hosts

Property has plenty of room and is well equipped. Hosts were really helpful and understanding.
Stayed 55 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayde D.

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

Great Quiet Spot

This was a great place for a bit of a quiet retreat, well appointed, spacious and tidy, not too far from Christchurch North. Everything we needed for a relaxed break away, without getting too complicated, great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2022
Thanks for the review, Wayde! I'm pleased you found it relaxing, as do we when we are there. - Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mona Anne L.

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

lovely house

The house and neighbourhood are simply beautiful and peaceful. My family and in particular my hubby really loves the place.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was spacious, very warm and comfortable. It had everything you need for a holiday. We really loved waking up and looking out into the field. It was a very relaxing time and the local area is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Simon Glass

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I am a Christchurch native now living overseas. This is our home when we are in New Zealand.

Why they chose this property

It has everything you need to be comfortable and is very peaceful. It is a short driver to shops and 10-15 minutes to nearby towns and the beach.

What makes this property unique

10 acres of outdoor space to explore

Languages:

English

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