Title: Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Vacation home in Akaroa with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home ![TV - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/d3207cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/2e9fd58a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/ef5d02a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/bc681928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/4cb3f69c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Treetop Retreat, a luxury getaway in Takamatua, boasts panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour and offers ample space for living, dining and resting. Unwind in the comfortable living room or cook up a storm in the spacious kitchen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Welcome to treetop retreat a luxury and romantic getaway, based in Takamatua and boasting beautiful and iconic panoramic views of the Akaroa Harbour. Spend your days exploring the surrounding bays in the stunning Banks Peninsula of the Canterbury region experiencing the beautiful blend of French and British architecture. At the end of the day, retreat back home, put your feet up in the comfortable living room and enjoy some downtime. Treetop Retreat provides ample room for living, dining and resting, including all the comforts and amenities that you would require from your holiday home! The spacious kitchen has all you would need to prepare your meals and the bedrooms feature large Queen and single-sized bunk beds that will help you relax at the end of the day. Takamatua situated just a short 8-minute drive from Akaroa- a village that has all the conveniences you will need. The Canterbury area is known for its remarkable scenery and landscapes! As well as the beautiful natural attractions, the home is situated just 80 kilometres from Christchurch- one of New Zealand’s biggest cities with a domestic and international airport. What are you waiting for? Treetop Retreat holiday home awaits you! Note that this is a semi-detached property with the owner's property next door (shown in the main photo in the foreground). This property includes a shared driveaway and staircase with the other property.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/dadb4b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Takamatua Holiday Home Christchurch - 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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 Vrbo Property Treetop Retreat Takamatua Home Treetop Retreat Takamatua Holiday Home Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Takamatua Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Private vacation home 596224 ## About the area Akaroa is home to this vacation home. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Dylans Country Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dylans-Country-Cottages.h19449755.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel 115 Christchurch](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Hotel-115-Christchurch.h6664497.Hotel-Information) > > [Alpine Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Alpine-Hotel.h35296109.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blue Pub](https://www.expedia.ca/Methven-Hotels-The-Blue-Pub.h9628177.Hotel-Information) > > [The Observatory Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information) > > [Ribbonwood Country House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheviot-Hotels-Ribbonwood-Country-House.h15876059.Hotel-Information) > > [The Parque](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Parque.h56238358.Hotel-Information) > > [Addington Stadium Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Addington-Stadium-Motel.h9624744.Hotel-Information) > > [Bay Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bay-Cottages.h15684947.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > > [Discovery Countrytime Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Omarama-Hotels-Discovery-Countrytime-Hotel.h1145773.Hotel-Information) > > [Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Quest-Cathedral-Junction-Serviced-Apartments.h6458994.Hotel-Information) > > [The Reservation B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Gore-Hotels-The-Reservation.h9679423.Hotel-Information) > > [Kumiko's Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Waipara-Hotels-Kumikos-Guest-House.h98505532.Hotel-Information) > > [Kaikoura Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeview Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lakeview-Cottage.h37916190.Hotel-Information) > > [Daffodil Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Daffodil-Motel.h100145961.Hotel-Information) > > [Kakatu Retreat](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kakatu-Retreat.h16882101.Hotel-Information) > > [Dusky Lodge - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information) > > [Coastal Ridge Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information) > > [Duvauchelle Seaside Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Duvauchelle-Hotels-Duvauchelle-Seaside-Motel.h20930343.Hotel-Information) > > [ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information) > > [Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information) > > [Akaroa on the Beach Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-On-The-Beach-Apartments.h9626017.Hotel-Information) > > [Abbey Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Abbey-Motor-Lodge.h2533722.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Aqua Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Aqua-Lodge.h51669090.Hotel-Information) > > [Amross Court Motor Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Amross-Court-Motor-Lodge.h4977214.Hotel-Information) > > [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information)