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Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot TubHot Tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Christchurch, Canterbury
  • Popular LocationChristchurch Gondola18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLyttelton Harbour6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSumner Beach7 min drive
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)36 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation

Phenomenal architecture, intelligent design, and a bespoke finish coalesce perfectly to create this magical award-winning accommodation that provides an expansive haven.
Large glass windows embrace the open plan kitchen, living, and dining area and draw the natural light and sweeping valley views into the home.
Stunning in-ground salt water heated pool with a covered louvre area provides an exceptional outdoor area. The large built-in outdoor dining area leads you further down the garden.
The property features a sunken lounge that is sheltered by a timber-cast concrete wall and draws texture from the surrounding greenery, creating a space to relax and hunker down in front of the gas fire all year round.
The master suite is a retreat with bespoke joinery in the elegant walk-in-wardrobe, rimu timber batten cladding on the ceiling and end wall creating a connection with nature, and a stunning ensuite.
The designer kitchen itself is a chef's paradise with two ovens, a coffee machine and expansive bench space. It has a separate butlers pantry with two fridges and a second dishwasher.
The master suite is a retreat with bespoke joinery in the elegant walk-in-wardrobe, rimu timber batten cladding on the ceiling and end wall creating a connection with nature, and a stunning ensuite.
A private spa is located directly outside the master suite.Three bedrooms boast built-in storage, glorious garden views, and share a family bathroom.
Property Features

In-ground salt water heated pool (heated November-March)
Outdoor dining and covered entertainment area
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms with showers, vanity and toilets
Open plan kitchen, dining and living spaces
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Sunken lounge with gas fire
Heatpump - provides heating plus cooling
Private Spa pool
Washing machine and Dryer in garage
Security gate access to the property


Sleeping and BathroomsQuality hotel bed linen and comfortable bedding to ensure a great nights sleep in 2 x Super King, 2 x King beds and 2 x Single beds.2 bathrooms have a shower, toilet, vanity, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.
Family bathroom has shower, plus bath and separate toilet.
ParkingDouble garage plus 3 off-street car parks
PetsUnfortunately this property is not pet-friendly.
LocationTucked away in Heathcote Valley, its only a 3 minute drive to the Ferrymead shopping area with cafes, shopping and bars. 3 minutes to the Gondola experience with views to Banks Peninsular and over the Christchurch city. Sumner beach is an 8 minute drive and in the other direction Lyttelton is just 5 minutes away.With Christchurch city center only a 20 minute drive away the property has all the privacy and seclusion for the perfect getaway while still being close to the city.
The popular Heathcote Riding School is just across the road with a small cafe.

Please Note: This property is not recommended for 0-3 year olds because of the drop down to the sunken lounge.
There are security cameras with audio operating externally around this property, this is for your safety and ours.

Property manager

Christchurch Holiday Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table tennis

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Security system

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

AP-2430-listing-152

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

This vacation home is located in Heathcote Valley, a neighborhood in Christchurch. While the natural beauty of Sumner Beach and Hagley Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lyttelton Harbour. Margaret Mahy Playground and High Street are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Ferrymead Heritage Park - 11 min walk
  • Christchurch Gondola - 18 min walk
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 6 min drive
  • Sumner Beach - 7 min drive
  • New Brighton Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eruption Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tannery Boutique Shopping, Dining & Arts Emporium - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Evil Genius Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Civil & Naval - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ten27 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation located?

Located in Heathcote Valley, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ferrymead Heritage Park and Christchurch Gondola. Heathcote Domain and Avon Heathcote Estuary are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Bridle Path Retreat - Magical award-winning accommodation Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home that was a welcome landing pad after a long travel day.
This home is beautiful and very accessible to the town of Christchurch and surrounding attractions. My children loved the pool and the kitchen was very user friendly and spacious. The only complaint was that there were not many hangers in each room and limited towels. The showers leaked on the floor and we needed to use the towels to dry the floors and ensure they would be safe given that they were concrete and slippery when wet. I would definitely recommend this home for a family (which we were) or a few couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lives It!
Enjoyed every minute! Had everything we needed! Comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family by the pool
The place was just perfect swimming pool excellent all-round a great stay highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023