Title: The Keep - Waimairi Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # The Keep - Waimairi Beach Vacation home with kitchen, near New Brighton Beach ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/e491f8d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/630ea439.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/27ef2436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/f183b7c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/e8131ef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a peaceful retreat at this 2-storey beachside property, where you can unwind in the bright living area with spectacular views of Waimairi Beach. Enjoy direct access to walking tracks and the beach through your front yard gate, or relax in the sun-drenched outdoor area with dining space and sun loungers. This charming home also features fast WiFi throughout, a fully equipped kitchen for meal prep, comfy lounge furniture for movie nights on the 50-inch smart TV with Netflix. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Keep - Waimairi Beach Experience comfort and convenience in this charming 2-storey property with a gate opening onto Waimairi Beach. With 2 bedrooms accommodating up to 3 guests, it’s perfect for a relaxing getaway. The bright, airy living area offers stunning views, while the well-equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy. Enjoy beachside strolls, bike rides, and nearby hot pools. Perfect for couples or small families, this property offers a peaceful escape with easy access to sandy shores and local attractions. Experience contemporary comfort in this newly built 2-storey property. This home has many amazing features: 2 stylish bedrooms \- Ground floor master bedroom with Queen-sized bed and huge wardrobe. \- Second room with dedicated work station and a Queen-sized bed \- Fully equipped kitchen with all cooking essentials \- Dining table to seat 4. \- Super comfy lounge furniture with spectacular views over the sand dunes. \- Enjoy your favourite shows or movies on the 50-inch smart TV with Netflix. \-Stay connected with fast, reliable WiFi throughout the house. \- Direct access from your front yard gate to walking tracks and the beach. \- 2 private off street car parks available. \- Full laundry facilities. \- Sun drenched outdoor area with dining area and sun loungers. \- All essential consumables supplied including: Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, washing powder and kitchen items such as salt, pepper, oil, paper towels, cleaning products etc. \- Exclusive use of the property. \- All bed and towelling linen provided. Carebnb offers a contactless check-in process. Before your arrival, we\`ll provide comprehensive instructions for entering the property, including door codes and WiFi passwords. The property has an electronic door code for easy access, removing the hassle of keys. Carebnb provides a contactless check-in process. Prior to your arrival, we will send detailed instructions on how to enter the property, including door codes and wifi passwords. We are local and available to assist with any issues that may arise. Carebnb is committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Upon check-out, you can leave the property on your own. Upper floors are accessible via stairs only. There are 2 allocated parking spaces with this property Please note we can facilitate early check-ins/late check outs. there is an extra cost of $10 per hour with maximum of 2 hours. extra cost is to cover express cleaning. Subject to availability. We have strict rules in place to ensure a peaceful stay for all guests and neighbours. Please refrain from making loud noise outside between the hours of 10pm and 7am. If you are unable to comply with this rule, we kindly ask that you do not book with us. Additionally parties or gatherings are not allowed, any unauthorised gatherings will result in immediate cancellation with no refund. Check out time is 10am and late checkouts must be requested 24hours in advance. Smoking is prohibited inside the property and any damages or extra cleaning caused by smoking or pets will result in a $200 fee. We expect the house to be left in a reasonable condition and any additional cleaning required will be charged at $60 per hour. Any damages, spills or stains must be reported and may result in a charge for replacement or cleaning. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### 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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Please refrain from making loud noise outside between the hours ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 315572 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.47878%2C172.72020&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uX3yMKxqf3cwqLTsA8OdFK-60GQ=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - New Brighton Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Burwood Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Christchurch Casino - 14 min drive - 10.9 km - Hagley Park - 15 min drive - 11.6 km - Sumner Beach - 19 min drive - 15.9 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 26 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive - ‪Woolworths - ‬5 min drive - ‪Samairaz - ‬9 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Keep - Waimairi Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Keep - Waimairi Beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Keep - Waimairi Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Keep - Waimairi Beach located? > Located in Waimairi Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bottle Lake Forest Park and New Brighton Beach. New Brighton Skatepark and Taiora QEII Recreation and Sports Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Keep - Waimairi Beach Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig N. Mar 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful beach place Loved the location. Very clean. Comfortable and nice kitchen. Would love to stay here again. ##### Craig N. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Keep Great place to stay, clean, bright and modern. Quiet and private with lovely views out towards the sand dunes. Thank you. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui A. Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short but sweet Although only there for a night we wished we could stay longer! beautiful spot on the beach and lovely place. comfortable with all the mod cons. Amazing view and access directly to the beachfront. ##### Jacqui A. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 4, 2025 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025