Title: Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37991194&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value Vacation home in Christchurch with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value ![TV, fireplace - Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991200/37991194/f4df7c14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991200/37991194/c50bd821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991200/37991194/56ea59ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991200/37991194/54f7d402.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991200/37991194/95863c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Riccarton Racecourse, this 5 Bedroom townhouse offers a spacious retreat with a huge living area and sunroom perfect for relaxation. Enjoy the BBQ on the deck/patio, or unwind in front of the fireplace after exploring family-friendly activities nearby. The home features full kitchen facilities, wireless internet, and laundry facilities for convenience. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 161507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace ## 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. ### Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value Blending elegant modern design with beautiful heritage features, including original wood panelling, a grand stairwell, and a gorgeous clawfoot bath, this home offers a welcoming atmosphere with plenty of space for families, large groups, on-site conferences, and retreats. The layout has been thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, with five generously sized bedrooms — two featuring private ensuites — and three bathrooms plus an additional separate toilet. Whether you're relaxing after a day out or spending time with loved ones, the open-plan living and dining areas provide an ideal setting. Guests have commented that the "spacious living areas and large lounge meant we had plenty of space to enjoy our stay," and particularly appreciated extras like the pool table in the garage. The fully equipped kitchen (including a rice cooker) makes preparing meals easy, and complimentary toiletries are provided for your convenience. On-site parking and secure 24/7 access ensure a hassle-free stay. As one guest shared, the "comfortable beds, large bedrooms, and fantastic amenities" made their experience truly memorable. Location-wise, you’ll find everything you need close by — from takeaways, bakeries, and cafés within a short walk, to easy access to Riccarton, the University of Canterbury, and the central city. Many guests have loved the convenience, with one noting the house is "conveniently located right next door to takeaways, a bottle shop and bakery." \- 5 good sized bedrooms (including 2 ensuite bedrooms) \- 3 bathrooms \- 1 Separate toilet \- Bathtub \- Spacious living/dining areas that are perfect for large groups \- Complimentary toiletries \- Rice cooker \- On site parking - parking for 4 vehicles \- Ideal for couples, business travellers, families and big groups. We look forward to welcoming you and helping make your Christchurch visit a truly memorable experience! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - 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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 Racecourse Villa Stunningly Renovated Home Racecourse Villa - Stunningly Renovated Home Christchurch christchurch-holiday-homes-RACECOURSE-VILLA ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.529694,172.55675&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:n_thGune%7C_%40%3FS%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40W%40U%40SBU%40U%40QBUBSBUBUBSDUBQDUDUBQDSDSFSDQFSFSDQFQFSFQFQHQFQHSFQHMHQHOHQHOHMJOJOHMJOHOJMLMHMJKLKJOJKLKJKLKLILKJGLMLGLILGNILGLILENILCLGNGLENCNELENALGNANCNALCNANCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBN%40NBL%40NFL%40NDNDLBNDLFNFLBLHNDLHLFLHNFJHLFLLLFLJJHLJLJJJLJJLJLJJJLJLJLJNJNHLJNHNHLHNJPHNHPFLHPFRHPFPFPHPFRFPDPFRDRFPDRDRDRDPDTBTDPBTDR%40TBTBRBTBP%40T%40T%40RBT%3FV%40T%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAR%3FTATAT%3FVCRATATARCPCTCTCRATETCTEPCRETEPETEPETGPEPGTEPGPGPIPGPGRIPGPIPGNIPINKPILININKLINKLKNKNKJKLKLKLKJMJKLMJMJKFMJMHMJMHKFOHMFMHMFOFMFMDODMHODM%40ODOFM%40ODMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOAMGOEOAMEOIMEMEOGMGMGMIOGMIMGMIMKKIMKMGMKKKMMKKKMMKKMIMMKKOIOKMIOKMKOIOIMIQIOIQIOGQIQGQISGQGQGQGQEQGUGQEQGUEQEUCQEUESCQEUCUCUCSCUCUAQASCUAUASAWAU%3FUAU%3FS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j_uNXwWLXQLvPFCK0xqrzaqOrRc=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Riccarton Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Riccarton Road \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km - University of Canterbury \- 3 min drive \- 1.5 km - Bush Inn Centre \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪186 Cafe - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant - ‬20 min walk - ‪Joe's Garage - ‬2 min drive - ‪Beers by Bacon Brothers - ‬3 min drive - ‪Yummy Chinese Cuisine - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value? ### What time is check-out at Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value? ### Where is Charming Large Home | Perfect for Families, Groups & Business Stays, great value located? ## Have a question? 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