Title: Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103533309&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 Vacation home in Christchurch with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 ![Interior - Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533309/63def40a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533309/ade0c0e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533309/14564aef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games - Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533309/ebeacb73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533309/1b36db29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience ultimate luxury in this timeless Ohana home, Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13\. Soak up the evening ambiance with a soothing hot tub and gourmet teppanyaki table, or get spirited with darts and a cozy fireplace in the pool room. Amazon Alexa voice control is at your service throughout the expansive property. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathrooms2444 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 Summary: Every thoughtful detail has been crafted in this timeless retreat. Designed for connection and comfort, this exceptional home offers a warm, elevated stay just 15 minutes from Christchurch city. Ideal for groups of up to 13, it blends style, space, and modern ease in a serene Halswell setting. The Space: Gather, unwind and play in this vibrant retreat! Soak in the hot tub, grill at the teppanyaki table or enjoy movies in the spacious lounge. Kids will love the play cottage with a park just 2 mins away. 5 comfy bedrooms including one ensuite, Alexa in every room with music even in the shower. Board games and washer included. Free parking. You’ll receive a trusted welcome link after booking with all property details, access codes, Wi-Fi, and easy instructions for your stay. Please take a moment to complete it — it helps us prepare everything for your arrival. Guest Access: During your stay at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13, you'll have exclusive access to all the amenities and spaces within the property. The Neighborhood: A quite little street in a quite little neighbourhood. Brand new playground and mini bike park, 2 minutes away. Public tennis courts, 5 minutes down the road. Supermarket only 5 minutes by car. Getting Around: 18 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from town. 2mins to a brand new park, 4 mins to the supermarket and other shops. Plenty of parking on-site and on the street. Other Things to Note: You’ll receive a trusted welcome link after booking with all property details, access codes, Wi-Fi, and easy instructions for your stay. Please take a moment to complete it — it helps us prepare everything for your arrival. Portacot and high chair are available upon request for a small fee of $25. Strictly no MOTORCYCLES of any kind are allowed on the property Motorbikes or motorcycles are not allowed on the property, any gang patches or gang association of any kind is strictly not allowed and will result in immediate eviction. If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out! Interaction with Guests: While I won't be available in person, I'm committed to ensuring that your stay at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. You can reach out to me through Airbnb chat from 6AM - 12MN, Mondays through Sundays. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,444 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262700/99262688/f868c016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tuam Street delight 4 bed 4 bath Christchurch City Centre - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews CA $226 CA $452 total includes taxes & fees Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=99262688&PinnedHotelID=99262688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114980000/114972800/114972737/1e34ad21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CBD 5bdrms Villa - free carparks Edgeware - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=114972737&PinnedHotelID=114972737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103330000/103322800/103322762/ffb6ffd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful house near everything! 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No loud noise outside after 10:00 pm: As we are situated in a residential area, we kindly request that you refrain from creat... ### 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 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 ### Property is also known as 6566dc630619290018892f38 ## 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-43.57616%2C172.57950&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TD1JBHimmdk-SPeXCcwZq-grTEg=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Canterbury Agricultural Park \- 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub \- 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Hagley Park \- 9 min drive \- 9.4 km - Lyttelton Harbour \- 23 min drive \- 18.2 km - Sumner Beach \- 27 min drive \- 18.3 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bombay Butler - ‬5 min drive - ‪LeBakermen - ‬5 min drive - ‪Halswell Fish And Chips - ‬19 min walk - ‪Poca Poca Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Craythorne's Public House Restaurant - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13? ### What time is check-out at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13? ### Where is Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 13 Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mailee S. Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, nicely set up with sheets, towels, spa instructions etc. ##### Mailee S. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Great place. Quiet, very comfortable beds! Perfect for a family get together. Thanks! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### PENI T. Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly favourable family getaway Well worth the Family time out. ##### PENI T. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael C. Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for large groups Well presented property with excellent facilities. We were a group of eight and the sauna, spa, games room and outdoor area were fabulous. A great stay at a good property. ##### Michael C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hollie T. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good for a girls weekend My friends and I had a good time here, comfy beds and nice warm house with all the things you need and more. Some TLC required around the house plus new pool cues and darts are needed. ##### Hollie T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erena H. Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent 9 adults could stay comfortably and be well entertained by all the activities available. Would definitely recommend. ##### Erena H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Xzania C. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Girls trip Great space for large group. Lends itself for entertainment. Stylish. ##### Xzania C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### suzanne w. Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### family holiday we were a family of 5 adults staying 1 night. communication and check in was excellent The house was beautiful and clean the beds were comfortable. It was exactly as advertised,we would have loved to stay longer. The only thing that could be improved on is information on the use of the sauna ##### suzanne w. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leone R. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Ohana home ooh beautiful stay OHANA. Beautiful gem, so highly recommend The Ohana home. My children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews so enjoyed our stay/ time together at the Ohana home. It sure is a beautiful hidden gem. We were so entertained, snuggled up, and catering for a large group was a breeze, just like cleaning The Ohana home was a breeze too. Thoroughly luxurious stay. Easy to find - shout out to your community ##### Leone R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gillian N. May 23, 2024 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Disgusted Sheets had makeup on them duvet cover was filthy , we had to change sheets , etc not excellent kitchen equipment , had to go buy my own vege peeler , no instructions for how to use gas fire or washing machine etc , maintenance on property is terrible , 3 wine glasses for a house that hold at least 8 adults , tried contacting owner but going thro their system they had didn’t work. ##### Gillian N. 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