Title: Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=83004920&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City Apartment in Christchurch ## Photo gallery for Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005000/83004920/0fcda69d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005000/83004920/w776h450x0y0-0378b1b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005000/83004920/bbae1f4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005000/83004920/4e7c22a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005000/83004920/bfb33faa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Louisa Chandler is your home away from home, situated meters from the Avon river and a short walk to Christchurch city. This stylish accommodation features a fully-equipped kitchen with gas cooktop, Sky TV and complimentary Wi-Fi for your entertainment. The tranquil shared courtyard garden offers an ideal spot for relaxation. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City Contemporary comfort with a hint of retro charm, perfectly positioned just metres from the Avon River and walking distance to Christchurch’s lively central city. Spread over two levels, the ground floor features a retro-inspired kitchen and cosy open-plan living area opening to a tranquil shared courtyard garden – the ideal spot for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Upstairs, the spacious bedroom combines modern comforts with vintage flair for a relaxed stay. The compact yet character-filled kitchen boasts a gas cooktop and all the essentials to whip up a quick breakfast or a hearty Kiwi dinner. A nod to vintage style runs throughout, from the warm, nostalgic tones to the cosy, light-filled spaces. You’ll also have the convenience of a washing machine, making it ideal for longer stays. 🌿 Property Features \- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom – sleeps 2 \- Updated interiors with a unique retro-meets-modern feel \- Complimentary Wi-Fi and Sky TV for your downtime \- Heat pump for year-round comfort – toasty in winter, cool in summer \- Fully equipped kitchen with gas cooktop \- Washing machine for added convenience \- Shared garden courtyard – a quiet spot for your morning coffee \- Street parking directly across the road 🌿 Sleeping & Bathroom Queen-sized bed with quality linen for a restful night’s sleep Ensuite with shower, toilet, single vanity, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries 🌿Parking Street parking available directly across the road for one car. 🐾 Pets This property isn’t pet-friendly – but the local cats may wander by to say hello. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Security system - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113850000/113841100/113841076/ca1f6b9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Applewood Cabin 2 by Tiny Away Harewood - 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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 christchurch-holiday-homes-LOUISA-CHANDLER ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.528812,172.65417&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7EyshGqox%7C_%40%3FU%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40W%40S%40UBU%40S%40SBSBUBUBSBUDUBQDUDSBSDSDSFSDQFQDUFQFQFQFSFQFQHQHQFQHOHQHOHQHOHMJOHMJOHMJOJOJKJOJKLKJOJKLKJKLKLGLMJGLKLILGLILINGLILELGNELENILENCLENENALENCNCNALANCNAN%3FNCN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBN%40L%40NBNBNDL%40NDNDLBLDNHNDLDLFLDNHLFLHLHLFLHLJLFLLJFLJLJJJLJJLJLJJJNJJJNJNJLHNJLHNHLHNJPHNHPFNHPFPHPFPFPFRHPDPFPFTDPFPDRDRDRDRBRDTDPBTBTBRBTBTBRBR%40R%40T%40TBR%3FV%40T%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAT%3FRATAT%3FVCTARATATCNCTCTCTCRCTCTEPETCREPETEPETGPEPGTGPEPIPGPGRGPIPGPIPGNIPINKPINILINKLINKNKLKNKJKNKJKLKLMHKLMJMJKHMJMFMJMHMHMFMHMFOHMDMFMDOFOFMDM%40OFODM%40ODOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FMBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOAOEMGOAMEOGMGOEMGMEMIOGMIMGMIMIMKKGMKMIMKKKMMKIKOMKKKKOKKKOKMIOKOIMKOIMIOIQIOIQIOGQIQIQGQGSGQGQGQGQEUGQEQGUEQEUCQESEUCQEUCUCSCUCUCUAOAUCUASAUAWAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IwY_tXUwIqDwWPKkZrCOITZAJaY=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Bealey Avenue \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - New Regent Street \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Cathedral Square \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Christchurch Casino \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 16 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Scoundrel - ‬17 min walk - ‪Riverlution Cafe - ‬14 min walk - ‪Child Sister - ‬17 min walk - ‪C4 Coffee - ‬12 min walk - ‪Richmond Working Men's Club - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City? ### What time is check-out at Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City? ### Where is Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Louisa Chandler – Retro Charm by the City 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 ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot We really enjoyed our stay here. It was larger than the photos depicted and having access to laundry facilities was helpful. We enjoyed a drink at the pub around the corner and walking to nearby parks. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharron B. Dec 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Delightful Cottage No complaints at all. Just as it looks in the pictures. Delightful, clean, everything we could possibly need was there. Plenty of bath and kitchen linen. Comfortable, pretty, clean. Hooks on the entrance door for coats etc (noted that a previous guest had commented that there were none, but since added). ##### Sharron B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin May 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Romantic bedroom and funky lounge, filled the senses You will never regret staying here ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Plus Florence - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Plus-Florence-Hostel.h4125332.Hotel-Information) > > [Element Vaughan Southwest](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Element-Vaughan-Southwest.h6089177.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kingston](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels.d6057821.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Las Vegas Strip](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Strip-Las-Vegas-Hotels-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pool.0-n800045-0-tHotelswithIndoorPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Greece-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d67-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Terra Blue Santorini](https://www.expedia.ca/Santorini-Hotels-Terra-Blue-Santorini.h4460829.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Norman Wells](https://www.expedia.ca/Norman-Wells-Hotels.d4105.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels.d10578.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hotels.d3997.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Moscow (SVO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/svo/montreal-to-moscow) > > [Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ind/yow/indianapolis-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nrt/toronto-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/las/toronto-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yul/toronto-to-montreal) > > [Philippine Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Philippine-Airlines-Flights.cPR.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ywg/calgary-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Dhaka (DAC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/dac/toronto-to-dhaka) > > [Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lax/mnl/los-angeles-to-manila) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/yvr/montreal-to-vancouver) ### Packages > [Revelstoke Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Revelstoke.d10607.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Bahamas](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/13/Bahamas) ### General