[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home Vacation home in Birdlings Flat with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119496800/119496757/2cc4d319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119496800/119496757/ac3be8ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119496800/119496757/bd3e6355.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119496800/119496757/f2be1a08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119496800/119496757/3be7d9a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home Just steps from the iconic pebble beach, this charming retreat offers the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature. Birdlings Flat is one of New Zealand’s most ruggedly beautiful places and a wee treasure not many really know about. Step inside and enjoy a cosy, relaxed setting with everything you need for a laid-back getaway. The open-plan living area is bright and airy, featuring comfortable furnishings, a fireplace, and heaters for year-round comfort, along with easy access to outdoor living. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee or a sunset glass of wine, the sound of the ocean and the crisp sea breeze create a truly tranquil backdrop. The home is well-equipped for couples, solo travellers, or a small family, with two bedrooms and a tidy bathroom. The kitchen allows for relaxed evenings in, or you can explore the local eateries just a short drive away. Located just 45 minutes from Christchurch, Pebble Shore Haven offers a rare opportunity to stay in one of New Zealand’s most rugged and picturesque coastal settings. The area is known for gemstone hunting, fishing, birdwatching, and stunning walks. Nearby Lake Forsyth and Lake Ellesmere provide even more natural beauty, while Akaroa is within easy reach for a day trip. Whether you seek peaceful seclusion or outdoor adventure, Pebble Shore Haven delivers the best of both worlds - a true haven by the shore. 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.Please note during summer months lake flies can appear around the property. They are harmless and only live briefly, but may come inside if doors or windows are left open ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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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 659839 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.82761,172.7068&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nenjGoxb%7D_%40%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FU%40W%40U%40U%40S%40U%40UBU%40SBSBUBUBUBQBSDUDUBQDUDSDSFSDQDSFSFQDSHOFSFQFQHQFQHSHMHQFOJQHOHMHSJMJOHMJMJMJOJKJOJKLKJKLOJGLKJKLKLILKLILGLILILGNILELGLENELINENALENGLANENCNALCNANCNAN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40NBLDN%40NFLDN%40LDNHLDNDLFLDLHNFLHLHLFLHLJLHLJJJLJJFLLJLJJLJJNJJJNJLJLHLJNHLJNHPHNHPHNHPHLFRHPHPFPFPFRFNFRFPDRFRDPFRDRDRDTBPDTDTBRBPBTBTBTBR%40R%40TBT%40T%40R%40T%40T%40V%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAXARATATARCTATATCRCTCTCRCPCTETERCRERETEPGTEPGPETGPGPGPGRGPGPIPIPGPINIPINIPILIPKNILKNINKJKNKLKJKNMJKJKNMJKHMJKJMJMHMHMHMHMFMHOFMHMDMHODMDOFMFO%40MDODOBMDO%40OBM%40OBOBO%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOCOCMAOCOAOEMCOEMEOAOGMGOEMEMIMEOIMGMIMGMIMIMIMIMKKKMKKIMMKMMKKKKOKKKMKOKKIOKOKMIQIOIMKQGOIQIOIQGQIQGQGQGSIQEQGQGUEQEQGUEQEUESCSESEUCUCQCSCUCUCSAUCUAUASAUAUASAY%3FS%3FU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YAGvFm7u5OgQWPvBXtU3j6p2Ytw=) Banks Peninsula, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Hagley Park - 47 min drive - 53.1 km - Akaroa Wharf - 47 min drive - 47.0 km - Lyttelton Harbour - 50 min drive - 49.1 km - Sumner Beach - 59 min drive - 56.0 km - New Brighton Beach - 60 min drive - 58.4 km #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The One Next Door - ‬10 min drive - ‪Little River Café - ‬10 min drive - ‪Little River Hotel - ‬9 min drive - Little River Diner - ‪Junction Coffee & Eats - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Lake Ellesmere and within 20 mi (32 km) of Banks Peninsula and Wainui Banks Peninsula. Port Hills and Lincoln Event Centre are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pebble Shore Haven - Little River Holiday Home Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.