[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest Vacation home in Okuku ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/b50e6124.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/264d6dc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/d3bb8a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/ea437924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/996a6dbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a peaceful retreat on the edge of Mt Thomas Forest Reserve, where expansive views and modern comforts blend. Snuggle up with a book from the loaded bookcase or light the fire for warmth, then step outside onto the patio for BBQs and fresh air. The newly renovated home features comfortable beds, built-in wardrobes, and all you need to unwind in nature. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Air conditioning ## 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 Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest Escape from the noise and bustle of life to a cosy house on the edge of the Mt Thomas Forest Reserve. Spend your days exploring the forest via numerous, well maintained tracks through the bush or swimming at nearby Ashley Gorge. Experience space (this is a large property) and expansive views in every direction! Snuggle up on the large sofas with a book (there is a bookcase loaded with books in the house) or light the fire and enjoy the warmth. Open the french doors that lead to an outdoor patio with a table and BBQ available. If you are looking for an outing, take a drive to Oxford for lunch or the market on the weekend. Relax and enjoy being part of nature. This property is newly renovated and has all the modern appliances you would need alongside space and freedom to unwind in a quiet and restful space. The bedrooms all have brand new, comfortable beds and built in wardrobes. This property is ideal for anyone, singles, couple, families or groups who are looking for space and quiet in a rural setting. If you like the outdoors, there is the Wharfdale Track for mountain biking nearby and plenty of inspiration for painting or photography. Bird watch or sit in the sunshine - this is a place for both rest and recreation. Pop to the nearby town of Oxford for lunch via a scenic drive. If you need a pizza, want to go the movies, get sushi or a magazine, then Rangiora is a short drive away. The views and rural setting and outdoor space offer a chance for guest do all the things from their childhoods, outdoor cricket, bingo with the tennis racket, spotlight after dark and have a BBQ. Enjoy birdsong in the morning against a mountain backdrop. Escape the world for a while! ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38002000/38001940/12c96d7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Retreat Waimakariri District - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=38001940&PinnedHotelID=38001940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54250000/54244000/54244000/7e64eec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Mudbrick Country Cottage Fernside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=54244000&PinnedHotelID=54244000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116750000/116742000/116741989/0b380423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Blackwood - Your Private Forest Retreat Glentui - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=116741989&PinnedHotelID=116741989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626742/fecc66c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oxford Village Motels Oxford - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 127 reviews CA $120 CA $138 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=9626742&PinnedHotelID=9626742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114920000/114912000/114911974/90a8f22f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Wee Glen - Peaceful Country Retreat in Glentui, Canterbury Glentui - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Toys/games [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=114911974&PinnedHotelID=114911974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112885900/112885818/fa233f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loburn Retreat 2 by Tiny Away Loburn - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 7.0 Good 2 reviews CA $97 CA $146 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=112885818&PinnedHotelID=112885818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118020000/118012500/118012478/8135232f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Saffrondreams Farmstay by Tiny Away West Eyreton - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave CA $97 CA $146 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=118012478&PinnedHotelID=118012478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 ### 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Okuku is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of A and P Showgrounds and Sequoia Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Darjon Vineyard. [Visit our Okuku travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Okuku.dx692484306662428672) [View more Vacation homes in Okuku](https://www.expedia.ca/Okuku-Private-Vacation-Homes.d692484306662428672-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.196976,172.34074&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7E_sfGsh%7Bz_%40%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%3FS%40U%40U%40SBU%40UBUBSBU%40UBQDSBUDUBQDUDQDSDSDSFQDSFSDQFSFQFQHQFSFOHSHMFQHOHQHOHMJSHMJOHMJOJKJOJMHMLKJMJKLMJKLKJKLGLKLILKJILGNILGLILINELGLENELENELGNELENANELCNANCNANCLCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLFNDLDNDLDNFLDLHLHLFNHLFJHLJLHLJLFJJLJJJLLJJJLLJHLJLJNJJJNHLJNHLJRHLHNHPHNFPHLHRFNFRHPFPFPFRDPFRDRFPDRDRDRDPDTBPDTBTDRBPBT%40TBRBT%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTARAT%3FTARATATCRATCTCRATCTCPETCRETCPETEPETEPETGPEPGTEPGPGPGPIPGPGRIPILGRILIPININKPILKNINKLKJKNKNIJMJKLKLMHKLMJKJMHMJMFMJKHMHOFMHMFMHMDOFMDOFMDODMBOFMDO%40ODMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOAMCOEOAMEOGMCOEMEOGMEMGOEMIMGMIOGMIKIMKMGMKMIKKMKKMMIKMKMMKIKKOKOKKKMIOKOIMKQIOIOIQIMGSIMIQGSGQIQGQGQGQEQGUEQGQEUEQEUEQEUCQEUCSEUCQAUCUCSCUAUCSAUAUAS%3FUAU%3FSAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Giu5gmcMDoe84gjtrUyhHUrxvZ8=) Okuku, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Christchurch Casino - 59 min drive - 66.7 km - Hagley Park - 59 min drive - 66.8 km - Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 60 min drive - 67.1 km - University of Canterbury - 60 min drive - 67.8 km - Christchurch Public Hospital - 62 min drive - 67.1 km ### Getting around - Rangiora Station - 21 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 76 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest located? > Situated in Okuku, this vacation home is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from A and P Showgrounds and within 25 mi (40 km) of Sequoia Reserve and Kaiapoi Food Forest. Darjon Vineyard and Lake Pukaki are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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