Title: Anama School House Country Retreat - 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 # Anama School House Country Retreat Vacation home in Surrey Hills with a fitness center and an outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Anama School House Country Retreat ![Exterior - Anama School House Country Retreat (Surrey Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/ea28106c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Anama School House Country Retreat (Surrey Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/4c270232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Anama School House Country Retreat (Surrey Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/b47d083c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Anama School House Country Retreat (Surrey Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/fd45851c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Anama School House Country Retreat (Surrey Hills)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/69dabbf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Golfing on site, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Anama School House Country Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a gym. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Anama School House Country Retreat Come and unwind at the Anama School House – a beautifully restored slice of history nestled in the heart of Mid Canterbury. Originally built in the early 1900s, this former school has been lovingly converted into a warm and welcoming country getaway. Surrounded by rolling farmland, the Anama School House is perfect for a peaceful retreat or a base to explore the region. Inside, you’ll find cozy, character-filled rooms with vintage touches, a fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of space to relax. If you want a country get away - this is the perfect spot! With a swimming pool and tennis court to enjoy, you'll have more than just the country air to keep you entertained. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Golf - Gym - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94731300/94731201/2e787472.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chalet 7 (3 Bed) Pudding Hill Methven - Air conditioning - Laundry - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $174 CA $174 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=94731201&PinnedHotelID=94731201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38077200/38077124/1b203c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt Methven (Mt Hutt) - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $175 CA $226 total includes taxes & fees Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=38077124&PinnedHotelID=38077124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997300/37997294/a810aadc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brinkley Resort Mountain or Forest Views Methven (Mt Hutt) - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $307 CA $588 total includes taxes & fees Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=37997294&PinnedHotelID=37997294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103140000/103134800/103134792/fbc3d7c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Our Bach. 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Turn off all heaters, heat pumps and lights. Lock the key pad on your way out by pressing the 'lock' symbol on the door. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Note from host: We have a dog on the other side of the property. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties I may allow more events, please request in advance ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: I may allow more events, please request in advance 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.774223,171.38846&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xwcjG%7Bhau_%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40SBU%40U%40UBSBUBUBQBSDUBUDUDQBUDODUFQDUFQFUDQFQFQFQFSHQFQHQFQHOHQHOHQHMHOJOJMHOJMHOJOLMHMJKLMJMJILMJKLKLKLGJKLILKLILGNILILELGNELILENELENENELENCLANENANCLCNAN%3FNCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%3FN%40NBLBN%40NDN%40LBNDNDLDNDLDNDLHLDNFLDLHLHNFJHLJLHLJLFJJLJLJJLLHJLJJJLJLJLJNJNJLHJJPHNHNHLJPHNHPFNHPFPHPFPFRHPFPFPDPFTDPFTDPDTDNDTDPBTDTBTBRBPBTBTBRBT%40T%40T%40RBT%3FT%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FTAR%3FTAVAT%3FRCTATATARCTCTCRCTCPCTCRETCTEPETEPERERGREPGTEPGPGRIPGPGPIPGPIRGLIPINKPILININKPIJKNKNKLKNKJKNKJKJMJKJMJMJKJMHMJMFMLKFOHMFMHMDOHMDMFODMFOBMDODODMBOBODO%40M%40OBOBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAO%3FOCMCOAOAOEMCOCMEOEOEMCOGMEMGOEMIMEMIOGMIMGMMMGKKMIMKMKKKMKKKKKMOKKIKMOKMIOKOIMKOKOIOIMIQIOIQIMGSIQGQIQGQGQGSGQEQGUGQESGSESEQCUEQEUCUESCUCQCUCSCUAUASCUAUAUASAU%3FWAU%3FS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ru-BtSuVlx64fuwnb1JUJlevS88=) Surrey Hills, Canterbury Region #### What's nearby - Staveley Historical and Geological Centre \- 18 min drive \- 21.7 km - Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa \- 35 min drive \- 46.6 km - Rakaia Gorge \- 35 min drive \- 48.9 km - Ashburton Domain \- 37 min drive \- 45.2 km - Mount Hutt Skifield \- 60 min drive \- 56.4 km #### Restaurants - ‪Stronechrubie - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mount Somers Tavern - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Udder Dairy - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cafe Mayfield - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stronechrubie Country Restaurant & Chalets - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Anama School House Country Retreat have a pool? ### Is Anama School House Country Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Anama School House Country Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Anama School House Country Retreat? ### Where is Anama School House Country Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Anama School House Country Retreat 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mason N. Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Getaway Loved the Anama School stay! Lovely and cosy and warm. Had a great Matariki weekend with friends, lots of room for the kids to run around and close to Mayfield, Methven, Mt Somers and Staveley. Great location! Already planning a return trip! ##### Mason N. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicky C. Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic base for 3 couples for the long weekend.Loved the house & the grounds.Gorgeous part of the country! ##### Nicky C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa S. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July trip We loved our stay at Anama School House! The place was warm and full of character. The grounds are beautiful. The beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed the family-friendly games and books. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Vanessa S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025