Special for Family and Friends
A special place to gather, accommodation for up to ten guests in the most idyllic setting. Beautifully landscaped grounds with stunning views, and sun. Paradise!
Fully self-contained for small groups, special celebrations or conferences. A short stroll to to the wharf for harbour dolphin cruises, restaurants, cafes, shops, the museum, and art galleries.
Built in 1883 and fully restored and renovated in 2004, this beautiful heritage home is situated in peaceful private grounds. Soak in the sun and views over the village and sea from all the rooms, or the large verandah wrapping around three sides of the house.
Accommodation for up to 10 Guests
Five individually decorated guest bedrooms with four fully tiled bathrooms. The original Master king bedroom has a luxurious French Tub en suite, opening to a private deck overlooking the garden. The Queen bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and a shower ensuite. A further three bedrooms share two more bathrooms.
Everything you Need, in One Place
Linen and toiletries are provided for all guests, and the house can be serviced daily while you stay. There's a full laundry with inside and outside airers to keep the clothes up to date, and a tumble drier, if needed. Stay warm in winter with seven heatpumps.
In the lounge there are plenty of different seating options, along with a television, DVD and video player. A few DVDs and tapes are in the Kauri cupboard.
Great in all seasons. Stay warm in winter with seven heat pumps and underfloor heating. In summer the verandahs help to keep the house cool.
Dine in Style
A spacious kitchen offers a large gas hob and oven, microwave, fridge, all crockery, cutlery and glassware. Open plan to the dining room with large extendable dining table. Enjoy eating at home, or we can recommend restaurants or caterers for a special occasion. A barbeque on the verandah is great for summertime cooking, along with large outdoor tables.
The lounge offers large sofas to sink into, with television, DVD and stereo. French doors open from both sides of the house, allowing great indoor-outdoor entertaining. There is also a fully equipped laundry.
A Beautiful House and Garden
Set amongst peaceful landscaped grounds, the majestic property of Akaroa House has been a landmark of the area for over 100 years, with a huge Norfolk Pine in the garden, visible from much of the village. Built in 1883 for the then mayor of Akaroa, this gracious “old lady” was fully restored and renovated in 2003.
Professionally landscaped gardens surround the house, including a couple of old protected trees, and a selection of fruit trees. Recent plantings of roses and camellias offer colour in different seasons.