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Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!

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Avis

8,8 sur 10 – 
Excellent
3 chambres2 salles de bain8 personnes

Commodités populaires

  • Sur la plage
  • Stationnement sur place disponible
  • Chiens acceptés
  • Cuisine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcon

Chambres et lits

3 chambres (8 personnes)

Chambre 1

1 lit double et 2 lits 1 place

Chambre 2

1 lit double et 2 lits 1 place

Chambre 3

1 grand lit

2 salles de bain

Salle de bain 1

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Salle de bain 2

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Espaces supplémentaires

Terrasse en bois ou patio
Cuisine
Balcon
Jardin
Salle à manger

À propos de cet hébergement

Moananui Lodge front de mer 15 secondes à pied de la plage!

A 45 minutes en voiture de Christchurch et du tunnel de Lyttelton Harbour, via Dyers Pass ou Gebbies Pass ou un tunnel, vous amène au centre de Purau Bay où cette maison spacieuse et moderne de 3 chambres à coucher et 2 étages est construite sur un grand coin paysager entièrement clôturé section sur le front de mer de la baie de Purau, à 2 km de Diamond Harbour.
Décoré avec goût et doté d'une vaste terrasse avec barbecue à capuchon, il dispose d'espaces de vie spacieux avec cheminée et chauffage électrique, télévision à écran plat avec chaînes Freeview, dvd et cd et table de billard, tout l'équipement est fourni! Une cuisine bien équipée, une salle à manger, 2 salles de bain, de vastes terrasses ensoleillées avec mobilier de jardin. Vues de la baie et des collines environnantes depuis chaque fenêtre. Bols français, set de cricket, bols à gazon, jeux d'intérieur fournis.
Profitez de la couleur changeante et de l'ambiance de la mer et des collines escarpées du petit matin au crépuscule et à un ciel nocturne étonnant, sans lumières de la ville et de la rue.
Détendez-vous vraiment avec votre dernier livre, votre compagnon préféré, vos amis et votre famille avec un vin croustillant, une bière fraîche ou une tasse de thé. Dînez dehors avec des brekkies. Déjeuners et dîners sur la terrasse.
Des ferries fréquents au départ de Diamond Harbour vous mèneront à des cafés, des visites touristiques ou un repas dans la ville historique de Port Lyttelton.
Bus pour les centres commerciaux et les lieux d’intérêt.
Prenez une croisière dans le port, observez / nagez avec les dauphins, explorez l’île historique et pittoresque de Quail. Rafraîchissez-vous dans la mer sur une variété de plages de nombreuses promenades ou balades à vélo.
Purau est une large baie protégée et sûre, appréciée des yachts et de toutes sortes de sports nautiques. Allez plus loin et explorez les plages de Camp Bay, de l'île Ripapa et de Port Levy, ou visitez Diamond Harbour et d'autres baies via une piste au sommet d'une falaise. À 10 minutes en voiture de Charteris Bay, vous trouverez un superbe parcours de golf avec une vue magnifique. Vous pourrez faire de l’équitation et vous promener à Orton Bradley Park.
Rendez-vous à Pt Levy et dirigez-vous vers le point culminant de la péninsule de Banks [Herbert Peak] avec ses vues panoramiques à 360 degrés, puis revenez au lodge pour vous détendre et profiter de sa tranquillité.
Conditions spéciales:
Séjour minimum de deux nuits le week-end. Les tarifs varient selon la période de l'année, la durée du séjour et le nombre d'invités.
Longs week-ends 3 nuits min séjour de Pâques est 4 nuits

Utilisation prudente de l'eau, en particulier pendant les mois d'été, car elle repose sur un réservoir alimenté par la pluie
Un animal accepté sous certaines conditions
Découvrez mes autres maisons de vacances à Akaroa et sur la côte de Kaikoura ... téléphone cellulaire pour une brochure en couleur 0212223706
Avoir accès aux voitures de location les moins chères en chch

NOTE: Dans la tradition kiwi bach, vous devez: nettoyer la maison et faire la vaisselle avant de partir; Apportez vos propres draps (serviettes / draps / torchons);

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Règles de l’hébergement

Arrivée après 14 h 00
Départ avant 12 h 00
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Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 0 à 17 ans
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Événements

Événements non autorisés
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Animaux de compagnie

Animaux de compagnie autorisés : chiens de moins de 25 kg chacun (maximum 2 animaux au total)
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Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

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À savoir

Nº de l’hébergement : 20006266
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
Possibilité de location à long terme
L'hôte n'a pas indiqué si l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable lors de votre séjour
L'hôte n'a pas indiqué si l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée

À propos du quartier

Purau

Cette maison de vacances vous donne rendez-vous à Purau, plus précisément dans le centre-ville, sur la plage. Besoin de vous dégourdir les jambes ? Mettez vite le cap sur les célèbres Lyttelton Port et Chaîne de collines Port Hills. Vous êtes plutôt mordu de shopping ? Faites-vous plaisir au détour des non moins emblématiques Lyttelton Farmers Market et Centre commercial The Colombo. Les agréables Parc aventure Christchurch Adventure Park et Caddyshack City méritent aussi une visite. Découvrez le kayak et le snorkeling sur les points d'eau des environs ou faites le plein d'aventures en plein air en vous adonnant à différentes activités telles que les promenades à cheval et la randonnée à pied ou à vélo.
Carte
Diamond Harbour, Purau

À proximité

  • Church Bay - 4 min en voiture - 4.3 km
  • Ohinetahi Garden - 17 min en voiture - 19.4 km
  • Lyttelton Port - 21 min en voiture - 6.6 km
  • Chaîne de collines Port Hills - 21 min en voiture - 22.2 km
  • Plage de Sumner - 27 min en voiture - 13.1 km

Transport

  • Gare ferroviaire de Christchurch - 62 min en voiture
  • Aéroport international de Christchurch (CHC) - 65 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • ‪Lyttelton Sea Foods - ‬36 min en voiture
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬36 min en voiture
  • ‪Brigittes Sumner - ‬46 min en voiture
  • ‪Dotcom - ‬45 min en voiture
  • ‪Nom Nom Restuarant - ‬35 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll! accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?

Oui, cet hébergement accepte les chiens (limite de 2 par chambre) d’un poids maximal de 55 lb par animal de compagnie. Certaines restrictions peuvent s’appliquer, veuillez communiquer avec l’hébergement pour obtenir plus de détails.

Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner à Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!?

En date du 13 mai 2026, les prix trouvés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes à l’hébergement Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll! le 23 mai 2026 commencent à 162 $ CA, taxes et frais en sus. Ce prix est fondé sur le plus bas prix par nuit des 24 dernières heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont sujets à changement. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix précis.

Combien coûte le stationnement à Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!?

L’hébergement dispose d’un stationnement sur place.

À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!?

L’arrivée est possible à partir de 14 h.

À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!?

Le départ est à 12 h.

Où se situe Renovation complete ,view frm every Window Spacious sunny. Beach 15 sec stroll!?

Purau - propriété de vacances de bord de plage se trouve au centre-ville, à 1,2 mi (2 km) de Ripapa Island, et à 3,1 mi (5,1 km) de Church Bay. Les sites suivants se trouvent également à moins de 25 km : Chaîne de collines Port Hills et Victoria Park.

Avis

8,8

Excellent

Les avis sont présentés en ordre chronologique, soumis à un processus de modération et vérifiés, à moins d’indication contraire.
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Note de 10 – Excellent, d’après 28 avis sur 51.
Note de 8 – Bien, d’après 19 avis sur 51.
Note de 6 – Acceptable, d’après 2 avis sur 51.
Note de 4 – Médiocre, d’après 0 avis sur 51.
Note de 2 – Terrible, d’après 2 avis sur 51.

8,6/10

Propreté

9,2/10

Arrivée

9,4/10

Communication

9,8/10

Emplacement

8,8/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

Avis

Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Enjoyed Purau, Moanahui Lodge was relaxed and comfortable. Great comms. Thank you
Séjour de 8 nuits en janvier 2026
VrboOwner a répondu le 22 janv. 2026
You left a clean and tidy home so are welcomed back an ytime or to try my la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa for a change. Ciao Robin 0wner
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

karen k.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Was a great home with wonderful view x
Séjour de 2 nuits en septembre 2025
VrboOwner a répondu le 13 sept. 2025
Thanks Karen it was a pleasure dealing with you and you left the lodge as required lean tidy an all in order ,it was immaculate, a joy to walk into. You ae most welcome to book again or try my la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa , regards Robin owner
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Tim C.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

What a view

Great location - amazing views. Comfortable, well appointed. We had a great stay
Séjour de 5 nuits en novembre 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 3 déc. 2024
Thankyou Tim, I really rapt that you enjoyed my holiday home & dealing with you was easy and you left the place place immaculate as Requested thankyou . You are welcomed back anytime to my Banks Peninsula holiday homes. Robin owner
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Josh B.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

A

Stay was fine. Property was as described.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2025
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Monica g.

Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

Great location

Fantastic location for a fun filled sunny holiday with tons of beautiful beaches and walks to explore.
Séjour de 7 nuits en janvier 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 30 août 2023
Thanks Monica you were great to deal with and left the home lovely so are more than welcome to return again or to try my Moananui lodge Purau Bay waterfront holiday home as well. Cheers Robin Ferris chch[owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Sarah W.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Relaxing Stay

Great views across the bay and a great way to relax and unwind.
Séjour de 3 nuits en décembre 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 7 janv. 2024
Thankyou Sarah, I was most impressed with the clean tidy and ordered way you left the holiday home, as you enjoyed on your arrival,. You are most welcome to book again at Moananui lodge Purau Bay waterfront or to try my romantic Akaroa la vie en rose cottage also fully interior renovated. Regards Robin
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Diana B.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

It was an amazing stay.

It was an amazing stay. Thanks 😊
Séjour de 2 nuits en novembre 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed my newly renovated Moananui lodge Purau Bay waterfront. You left a clean tidy and ordered home the same as you enjoyed on your arrival. . So are most welcome to return there or to stay at my la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa .Cheers Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Rebecca S.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely place to stay

Nice property in a lovely location. Some awkwardness with the booking due to issues with the app etc but worth it in the end.
Séjour de 3 nuits en décembre 2019
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Samantha M.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Stunning location.

Property is only a short distance to the ferry that crosses to Lyttleton. Was a perfect spot for a short break.
Séjour de 3 nuits en mars 2023
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Judy B.

Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

Family break in Purau

A great family place, plenty of bedding, wood burner with plenty of wood available. Loved the location for 3 small boys and chose it because it allowed our small dog to accompany us.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juillet 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 1 sept. 2023
Thankyou .you struck a cooler wetter few days time but you would as you said have been snug warm and dry. You left the home clean tidy and ordered as you enjoyed on your arrival so are most welcome to stay again or to try my other holiday home ,la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa that has also been beautifully interior redecorated. regards Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

James G.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Purau Bay

Great location and perfect set up Thanks Robin
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
Thanks so much. and pleased you obviously enjoyed your stay. You left the home neat and tidy so are welcome back anytime or to my other holiday home in Akaroa to enjoy another relaxing get away. . Cheers Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

shirleen p.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Robins accommodation

We had such an amazing time here. The property was just across the road from the harbor so we can great views, the best part was that the property is pet friendly which was a huge bonus. Definitely a must stay and we will be back for sure! Thanks robin for your hospitality :)
Séjour de 2 nuits en août 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 4 sept. 2023
Thankyou .I'm very pleased you enjoyed your stay. You left the home lovely as found on arrival .so are are more than welcome to return or try my Akaroa holiday home la vie en rose cottage, Cheers robin
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Jane A.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Purau Bay mini stay

Great location opposite the bay and lots of beds and space to cater for our family group of 8 plus being able to take the doggo was a real bonus. We can all learn from the water saving tips from Robin!
Séjour de 2 nuits en janvier 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 10 janv. 2024
Thankyou Jane .I really appreciate your going to the effort of leaving such a lovely positive review. You are most welcome to book again there at Moananui lodge Purau Bay waterfront holiday home or to try my French cottage themed romantic la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa. cheers Robin
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Mark C.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Clean, spacious & peaceful

A fantastic kiwi batch. Very clean and peaceful. Plenty of space and everything one needs to relax and enjoy a getaway. The property manager was great to deal with too
Séjour de 2 nuits en février 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
Thanks Mark. it was a pleasure hosting you. We hope you will return another time or try Moananui lodge at Purau in Lyttelton Harbour. Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Joy J.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Purau Bay Air B&B

Our party of 4 retired women attending a Teddington Easter weekend event enjoyed staying at a comfortable, three-bedroom house with plenty of beds and kitchen/dining room/lounge facilities for four guests. The view across the harbour to Lyttelton was a real plus. Generous outdoor furniture offered aided our options to eat and read outdoors during sunny weather.
Séjour de 3 nuits en mars 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 4 avr. 2024
Thanks Joy .So pleased you enjoyed your time there. You left the lodge immaculate & are welcome back anytime or try my la vie en rose cottage in Akaroa which is also an awesome cottage and location. Cheers Robin Ferris[owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Kerilea Q.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

R&R Getaway

Was great just to get away and have a break. Lovely house to do this in. Was inspiring and uplifting to look through the albums for the history and the journey owners endured. Thank you for sharing. Loved your text communication.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
Thankyou, for such positive feedback. please stay again there or my other holiday home[you have the brochure.. you will be most welcome, tell your friends of your experience! Thanks Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Alison M.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Relaxing holiday spot within a short drive of Christchurch

Moananui is a special holiday spot. Within 3/4-hour drive of Christchurch you can feel a world away. The house is very well presented with all that you need for a short or longer stay and plenty of room to find a quiet spot to read a book or have a quiet snooze. The fully fenced section, immediately across the road from the beach is a real asset and meant a relaxed stay with our furry friend. Diamond Harbour is a short drive away if you need supplies from the excellent 4 Square supermarket or choose to avoid cooking and have fish and chips for tea from Salt - they were delicious. We highly recommend this holiday home and hope to return soon.
Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 26 oct. 2023
Thankyou for yr comments .my h appreciated . You are more than welcome to revisit there again or try my other also fully renovated holiday home in Akaroa . La vie en 🌹 cottage. Regards Robin ( owner)
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Emma K.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Great Christmas stay with our dogs

Great spot, with lovely views and surrounds. Lots of garden/beach games, which was good for a Christmas/summer stay. The house was perfect for us and our two dogs - photos don’t do it justice! Scenic drive to Christchurch - if you fancy it too. We just had to make sure we were well equipped with water etc but that was explained and we managed to fill bottles up in Diamond Harbour. Mostly quiet, and peaceful although we had a bit of noise late on the Friday evening/early morning - to be expected at this time of yeah perhaps! All in all a great place :)
Séjour de 4 nuits en décembre 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 6 janv. 2025
Thanks for your lovely full review , much appreciate you making the time to do so.. You left a lovely clean and tidy home as you found on your arrival ,thankyou ,,,\.. You are most welcome back anytime or try my other hol home at la vie en rose cottage Akaroa. robin cottage owner and director of holiday homes south nz ltd
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Holly G.

Points forts : Propreté, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

Lovely getaway

My husband and I and our dogs stayed for 3 nights and it was a lovely home and securely fenced for peace of mind. My only small point of improvement would be earlier communication about a bond being required versus an automated message at 1.30am the day of booking. That said, the refund process we straight-forward on return and the host was friendly and prompt with communication around it. High tide swimming was lovely, the views were idyllic, it's easy to find and the perfect spot if you need to disconnect and relax for a few days. Would definitely recommend this host and property to others and really appreciate the stay
Séjour de 3 nuits en décembre 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
Thankyou for your positive review much appreciated. Usually guests are contacted a little earlier re booklet house bond rules etc. As it was an extremely busy time ,your details were somehow overlooked and therefore were prompty sent once that was discovered! It all worked out fine in the end. You left the home as lovely as you enjoyed finding on your arrival and are most welcome to book again or try my other la vie en rose cottage holiday home at Akaroa. Cheers Robin [owner]
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Georgina F.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

New Year's Stay with Partner & Friends

Myself, my partner and some of our friends stayed here over the New Year's period. We enjoyed our stay here as the property was across from the beach, there was a BBQ, and plenty of areas to sit and relax. The property has lots of lawn/garden space for games e.g frisbee. It was also relatively clean on arrival but there were some cobwebs on the ceiling upstairs, although I can imagine they would be hard to get. Also, initially when I had booked, I had booked to stay on different days and had already paid for our stay there with those dates. Later on, I was contacted that we had been double booked with another group..which was disappointing to hear (esp since we'd paid and confirmed it with our group). However, we did still have a really good time at the Bach and managed to enjoy ourselves. We loved how close it was to the beach and we also had good fish n chips nearby. Thanks for letting us stay.
Séjour de 2 nuits en décembre 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 26 janv. 2024
Thanks for your positive and full review, Much appreciated. And... you left a clean and tidy home the same as you enjoyed on your arrival. You are most welcome to stay another time there at my Moananui lodge Purau Bay waterfront or to try my La vie en rose cottage Akaroa holiday home. I look forward to your next enquiry. On a very rare occasion,with enquiries and confirmed bookings coming in from various sources especially at the most sought after time of the calendar, no matter how much checking and crosschecking is undertaken & believe me, I do this...sometimes a vacating date and an entry date for new guests might be at odds or confusing, or the booking sites get the dates wrong or haven't updated them correctly. Human error occurs in every facet of life in private and inbusiness ventures! The alternative, when new guests arrive and the 'in house guests aren't due to leave til the following day,' is a situation I would not want to ever happen or worse, a double booking would be horrendous, so constant cross checking is the way forward and much contact by owner and guest by all media means is frequent and vital. In the situation above, a final cross check showed up a discrepancy and so immediately, both the 'in house guests' booked to staying before the next incoming guests are due are contacted. As well the new incoming guest group is contacted to work out a resolution or compromise. This was done satisfactorily in plenty of time on this rare situation that arose. Temporary alternative accommodation arranged by the owner for one night,, might prove to be a last resort if necessary . It would still ensure that guests get their holiday time. In other situations, alternative dates could be agreed upon or a night held in credit for another time could also be a option. There's always a way! Whatever the situation, the owner would ensure his top priority is that guests are suitably catered for and looked after at all times! After nearly forty years in this business, the record is nothing short of excellent in regard to host hospitality and efficiency at not one, but several holiday accommodation venues owned and managed by the owner!
Avis vérifié

2/10 – Terrible

Jo C.

Points faibles : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

This property was double booked

Didnt end up staying as owner had privately outside of bookabach extended previous occupiers stay to overlap with ours he didnt inform us till 30 mins prior to us taking up the property and we had already arrived. He arranged other cabin accomodation without our permission in a local campground that couldnt take our dog and suggested we travel back home to leave our dog elsewhere or allow him to find a neighbour near the property to take our dog . very un satisfactory as we chose his property because it allowed dogs. He now refuses to refund our money. Also requires you to bring everything with you including water toilet paper sheets towels everything. You dont discover all this including him wanting a further bond until after your no refund date has expired. Stay away from this property
Séjour de 4 nuits en janvier 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 31 août 2023
It would be good if any of the above was fact.! A very rare overlap caused by a discrepancy between available dates in regard to vrbo calendar bookings & owners was discovered & Immediately, the guests were phd & suitable alternative arrangements were put in place [a near impossible task at that high peak date 2 Jan] & these were made for just the 1st night of a 4 night stay by the guests. The other 3 nights were still booked at the Lodge starting from 12 noon on 3 Jan for the remainder of the guests booking. The other accommodation that the lodge owner swiftly & diplomatically managed to arrange at high noon time! were not one, but 2 fully self contained 2 bedroom units situated on a working farm in what used to be a fully operational motor camp. Only because the owner knew the owners well , was this able to become a reality. The units were immediately cleaned & equipped ready with all linen towels provided. These are situated about two minutes easy stroll from the Lodge & are also close to the beach front & to make it even easier, the owner arranged for all linen to b provided for that night[sheets pillowslips, towels, tea towels] where at the Lodge, it works on a Guests BYO linen basis . By having the first night fully set up like this, meant that the guests did not to provide & make beds up for their 1st nights stay so that they could use their own linen at the lodge for the next 3 nights . Being a working farm as well as a place of private only accommodation ,the guests dog was not included for that one night there. But wait! Above & beyond the call of duty, the owner arranged for a known dog carer & good friend/ neighbour across the road from the Lodge to take special care for the guest's dog for that 1 only evening in a caring & secure setting...the dog would have no doubt been spoiled & taken for a walk or swim along the beach that evening and likely the next morning as well! The guests could have easily strolled the 2 mins round after 10. 30 am next day & collected their dog & enjoyed him until they were able to book into the Lodge by about 11.30/ 12 noon for the duration of the 4 night stay at Purau. Due to Unreasonableness, non flexibility & a total lack of any appreciation by the guests in this very rare situation & despite the fact that the owner offered alternative dates at the venue & a full refund of 1 nights stay, the guests decided to cancel their 4 night stay. 4 nights were provided ..owner had fulfilled the booking.
Avis vérifié

6/10 – Acceptable

Voyageur vérifié

Points forts : Arrivée, communication et emplacement.

Mixed emotions

The communication with the owner was excellent, and started a few weeks out. Responsive and informative about the area. He met us also at a recommended grocery store with a welcome gift; nice touch. Upon arrival at the property the immediate impression was of a rustic property with first impression kind of unkempt. Lots of blankets on furniture which looked kind of old and maybe needed a good dry cleaning. Kitchen was clean. As a non Kiwi, we had to pay for sheets/towels/kitchen towels. I didn't realize we're also responsible for soaps of all kinds, toilet and kitchen paper. In fairness it was explained in the booklet with one of his emails which I DIDN'T read closely enough. This an important consideration if you're flying in from somewhere. We couldn't immediately figure out which sheets were clean as there were various already on the beds. seems like you also need to make your own bed. water conservation stressed before and during the stay. Fair enough although buckets in the showers were at first a bit intimidating. And then the home closing work assignments about vacuuming etc. was a bit over the top. I think maybe cleanliness impression is up to performance of the previous guest. So, awesome location! Super communicative and friendly owner. Comfortable beds and kudos for the environmental responsibility.
Séjour de 3 nuits en avril 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 13 avr. 2024
Regarding guests comments In essence, its essential that ALL guests especially those from out of NZ in this case,, U.S, take time to read thru the comprehensive & concise house rules & all important information set out so clearly in the 4 page booklet & attachments they receive by email well in advance of their stay & the many [as they referred to,] communications by ph & messages geared to assist in every possible way to ensure their stay is completely trouble free,all queries are answered & above all, that their stay is a comfortable & enjoyable one. This is time consuming for the owner ,but as can be seen .in the U.S guests stay, very necessary! Even with all that effort, when guests fail to take heed or understand how the vast majority of NZ private holiday homes are organised & run & what is perfectly familiar to NZ & Aussie guests, they might find to be different & foreign to their experience, they are liable to find things are not quite what they were expecting. The old adage..U can take a horse to water but you can't make him drink! rings true her The owner is also 24 /7 available to speak[no queue waiting ,electronic replies, or answer phone message...all Live!!! by phonetext /email to offer any help, advice & to answer any query guests may have. 99% of the queries received by the owner of many years in this business have already been discussed with guests prior & answered or are laid out clearly in the booklet & attachments all Guests receive in advance PS The 'blankets' referred to on couches etc are actually new & expensive furniture 'throws' designed for that purpose to enhance the comfortable homely, unique or quaint look of the living areas . [Obviously these are not part of the U.S decor scene!] It is purposefully made to look as the guests described.. Rustic.. as the lodge is situated on the waterfront of a very rural country-like, historic bay, no street lights etc Making own beds up on arrival with own or hired linen is very common at many nz holiday homes & once again is fully explained on the Booking sites where properties are advertised & also in the 4 page booklet checklists of what to take & what to do arrival & before guests vacate.. & by phone, so really there is no excuse for not knowing this information. Disappointing after so much effort & time & advice by owner, even meeting the guests in person in chch beforehand & presenting them with a welcoming bottle of wine! Holiday in your own country you guys!!
Avis vérifié

6/10 – Acceptable

Candice B.

Points forts : Arrivée, emplacement

short stays reccomend

The home is situated in a lovely bay. the home is big enough to accommodate 6 people. We choose this home as it allows dogs, is close enough to chch for us to drive into work, and we can kayak and paddle board on the bay. The home was surface cleaned when we arrived. I deep cleaned when we left. The bunk beds are not comfy, the mattresses are thin and old, the bunks are very wobbly and squeak when ever someone moves, the single bed in that room is comfy. the master room bed is very comfy. the upstairs double bed is comfy enough. the home is pretty well fenced enough to keep a large dog in, we did have too block up part of the fence when the neighbors arrived with small dogs who could get through. the kitchen is equipped well. The lack of water caught us off guard, having to not flush if its yellow, reminded us of EQ times. No washing machine was a pain as we stayed for such a long time. The owner did call me multiple times while we were there but as I had no reception I didnt realize until the end of our stay and listened to his long voicemails then recieved long texts as he had accidentally double booked the home for just one night. I felt very sorry for the couple who had booked from the 2nd as we weren't out until the 3rd. They were a lovely couple and told the owner they would like a refund, the owner wasnt calm or reasonable. We stayed until the 3rd, the owner did ask us to vacate on the 2nd then asked us to vacate at 10am on the 3rd but the vacate time is 12, I politely declined as we had plans and to pack and clean. the home may sleep 6 but I had to pay an extra $35 per night for the 6th person. The owner will call and text alot but this didnt bother me to much until he randomly walked in through the gate on our second to last day at the home. I would only book your stay through book a Bach. I booked the 1st week through book a Bach then emailed saying I wanted a 2nd week, I ended up emailing the owner, he told me it was cheaper to go through him. he made the process very confusing as he would call often and ask if I still wanted the 2nd week, I would say email me the invoice. I never received the invoice just an email in mid December right before our stay, with all these figures, it was very frustrating especially when the price went up. I will not be staying there again. Overall this home is adequate for short stays.
Séjour de 6 nuits en décembre 2022
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Chris K.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Very nice location, as stated

Everything was great, great facilities and unbeatable location. There is a bond to pay beforehand which wasn't immediately clear from listing, but understandable. Thanks again!
Séjour de 2 nuits en décembre 2022
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Aggi S.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

First holiday ever with our dog

This was a great place to test out if holiday-ing with our dog would be possible. Secured property to keep Luna safe and the beach across the road where she could have her first taste of salt water (not appreciated) 😄. The bach had all we needed and was easy to keep warm during a cold weekend. Diamond Harbour is close-by and has a supermarket, restaurant and take-away so you don't need to go too far to stock up.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2022

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Hôte : robbo14th

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Home was co designed,built, decorated and landscaped by the owner from 1996 & continues to be well maintained both inside and the established grounds by the owner.
Newly redecorated throughout with carpet and vinyl planking, curtaining, furniture and new framed themed [birdlife & baches nz artists] was completed by Dec 2021

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Why Not!!! It's got it all for a great relaxing holiday.
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Voici ce qui rend cet hébergement unique

This waterfront two storey home right at the centre point of Purau Bay three double bedrooms includes a comfortable king bed & which have been just double glazed, 2 bathrooms, new curtains & blinds, new framed wall pictures & new vinyl planking & carpet throughout.
This lovely property has extensive deckings with hooded gas bbq & inside, a cosy logfire, & electric heating. Set in established gardens & lawn areas, there are wide views of the sea, Purau & other beaches, peninsulas, craggy steep mountains and bush from every window & new double glazing in bedrooms.
There's a lounge library wardrobe with choice of indoor & outdoor games plus a large tv & dvd player.
Fully equipped kitchen with all appliances including new air fryer, fridge freezer & microwave oven !
Its only 45 minutes from Christchurch city and an 8 minute ferry ride from Diamond Harbour to Lyttelton Town, the port of Christchurch. Catch the popular Farmers market every Saturday from 10 to 1.00pm
It's a superb base to explore Lyttelton Harbour bays and the wider Banks Peninsula bays & attractions . Akaroa is only an hours scenic easy drive away.
Numerous opportunities for recreational pursuits.....Walking tracks,cycling, golf, water sports, photography, art , night sky watching or simply relaxing!
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