[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Royale on Cheese Vacation home in Castle Hill with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/4870d5fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/6cf2a1e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/98adab70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/31be7eb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/ae9012f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquil majesty of New Zealand's mountains at this luxurious double-decker chalet. Enjoy breathtaking views of Craigieburn & Torlesse Mountain Ranges and immerse yourself in a remote paradise with walking tracks through native beech forest, lakes, caves, and skifields just around the corner. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81830 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Royale on Cheese Welcome to a luxurious double-decker chalet in the heart of NZ's cutest village. With room for the whole family, you have views of the majestic Craigieburn & Torlesse Mountain Ranges and the giants' molars boulder formations featured in the Lord of the Rings and Narnia films. Immerse yourself in a remote mountain paradise just over an hour's drive form Christchurch, with tranquil walking tracks through native beech forest just at your back door, and a short drive to lakes, caves and skifields. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,830 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115082000/115081977/d0fcf805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy modern house close to tracks and ski fields Castle Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=115081977&PinnedHotelID=115081977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/e7b27d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home Castle Hill - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=113876199&PinnedHotelID=113876199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91040000/91039913/969d0552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Holiday home in Castle Hill Village Castle Hill - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=91039913&PinnedHotelID=91039913&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105140000/105136400/105136308/55fb75a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new beautiful home in Castle Hill. 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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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.211845,171.71614&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7C%7CufG%7Bhaw_%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%40S%3FU%40U%40U%40SBU%40UBSBU%40UBSBQDUBUDSBSDSDQDUDQDUFQDQFUDQFQFQFQHSFQFQHQHOFQHOHQHMHOJQHOJMHOJOJKJOJMHKLOJKJKLKJKLKJKLILKLKLIJGLINILGLILGNGLGLENELINELANELENCNELANCNANCNALCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FP%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBN%40NBL%40NDNBLDNDL%40NDLHNDLDLFNFLFLHLFNHLHJFLHLJLJLHJJLJJJLJJJJJLNHJJLJNJJJNHNJLHNJPHNHLHPHNFPHNHPFPFPHRFPFPFPDPFPDTFPDTDPDTDPDRBRDRBTDTBPBR%40TBTBR%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%3FT%40R%3FT%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAT%3FTAT%3FRARATATCTARCTCTARCTCPETCTERCPETEPETEPETGPETGPEPGPGPGPIRGPGPIPINGPILIRILINKPINKLINKNKJKLKNIJMNKJKJMJKJMJKLMFMJMJMFKHMHOFMHMHMFODMHMDODMFOFM%40ODMDOBODM%40OBO%40OBOBM%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FQ%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOCOCOAOCMAOEOCMEOEMAOGMGOEMEMIOEMGMIMIOGMIKIMGMKMKMGKMMKKKMKKKKKMOIKKOKMKKKOIOKMIOKQIOIMISIMGQIOIQGQGQISGQGQGQEQGUEQGQEUEQEUEQEUCQESCUEUCQCUASCUCUASCUAUAUAS%3FSAUAU%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6kF45E_3tEFqv-5iw_yrWMRNInk=) Castle Hill, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.3 km - Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 13 min drive - 3.7 km - Porters Ski Area - 22 min drive - 17.7 km - Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 24 min drive - 36.0 km - Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 52 min drive - 63.2 km #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 74 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Porters Cafe - ‬18 min drive - Flock Hill Lodge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Royale on Cheese pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Royale on Cheese? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Royale on Cheese? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Royale on Cheese located? > Situated in Castle Hill, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve and Porters Ski Area. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Rakaia Gorge 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 ## Royale on Cheese Reviews 9.4 ### 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Georgie M. Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot We loved our time at this Bach. Great location and the house is very spacious for a family stay ##### Georgie M. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary R. Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home from home Everything about this home was perfect, from the delicious jacuzzi it he homely lounge and dining area to the well kitted out kitchen. And it’s located in one of the most gorgeous landscapes on the world ##### Gary R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne-Mieke S. Jan 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Well equiped, we enjoyed the spa. The place is defenitly a ski resort, a bit strange in summer. Far from shop or restaurant. ##### Anne-Mieke S. 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