Title: Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom 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 # Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat Vacation home in Christchurch with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624800/111624738/60cee2f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624800/111624738/w1280h852x0y1-0a045d37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624800/111624738/8318a7ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624800/111624738/c64bfa3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624800/111624738/15fcff13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat Welcome to our charming 2-bedroom retreat in St. Albans, perfect for up to 4 guests! This stylish and cozy space offers two comfortable bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bright living area to unwind. Conveniently located near the CBD, it’s ideal for exploring the city while enjoying a quiet neighborhood. Whether you’re here for business or leisure, you’ll appreciate the modern amenities, free Wi-Fi, and easy access to local cafes, parks, and shops. Your perfect city escape awaits! Experience comfort and convenience in this modern 2-storey 2-bedroom townhouse, perfectly situated near Merivale. Both bedrooms are located on the upper floor, offering a peaceful retreat with cozy beds and ample storage. The ground floor features an open-plan living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining space, all designed for relaxation and ease. Enjoy the vibrant Merivale lifestyle with boutique shopping, trendy cafes, and restaurants just minutes away. Fully Equipped Kitchen: The kitchen is complete with modern appliances, cookware, and all the essentials for meal preparation. You’ll also find extras like instant and plunger coffee, black and peppermint tea, drinking chocolate, milk, sugar, salt, pepper, and some sweet treats. Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor. The first bedroom features a luxurious queen-sized bed. The second bedroom offers two spacious king-single beds Each bed will be freshly made and ready for your arrival, with all necessary linens thoughtfully provided for your convenience. Wi-Fi: Fast, reliable Wi-Fi for work or entertainment. Bathrooms: Both bathrooms are thoughtfully designed for your comfort and includes the following amenities: \- A heated shower \- A toilet \- A vanity with a full-length mirror For your convenience, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided, along with towels for your use. Heating/Cooling. There is an air-conditioning unit on the ground floor and second floor. This will heat or cool the house depending on your requirements. Laundry: There is a washing machine in the laundry. Laundry powder is provided. Parking: There is no allocated parking space for the property. There is only free on-street parking. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploring or enjoying a relaxing night in, this home offers everything needed for a memorable stay. Guests will have exclusive access to the entire property during your stay. It will be fully cleaned and prepared for your arrival and you will find everything you need to make your stay comfortable. There is high-speed internet throughout the property. Carebnb provide a contactless check-in process. Prior to your arrival we will send detailed instructions on how to enter the property, including door codes and Wi-Fi passwords. We are local and available to assist with any issues that may arise. Carebnb is committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Upon check-out, you can leave the property on your own. The property does not include any allocated carparks, there is street parking only. City Noise - Please note this is a city living Townhouse. Its near the road and some intersections and has usual city noises. Pedestrians walking past, cars driving and the occasional siren. The Townhouse is much quieter with the windows closed. If you are a light sleeper, ear plugs are recommended. Please note we can facilitate early check-ins/late check outs. there is an extra cost of $10 per hour with maximum of 2 hours. extra cost is to cover express cleaning. Subject to availability. We have strict rules in place to ensure a peaceful stay for all guests and neighbours. Please refrain from making loud noise outside between the hours of 10pm and 7am. If you are unable to comply with this rule, we kindly ask that you do not book with us. Additionally, parties or gatherings are not allowed, any unauthorised gatherings will result in immediate cancellation with no refund. Check out time is 10am and late checkouts must be requested 24hours in advance. Smoking is prohibited inside the property and any damages or extra cleaning caused by smoking or pets will result in a $200 fee. We expect the house to be left in a reasonable condition and any additional cleaning required will be charged at $60 per hour. Any damages, spills or stains must be reported and may result in a charge for replacement or cleaning. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - 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) - 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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 336248 ## 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-43.51296%2C172.62521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bJ0gbFpVpk9q1CmmMkw4v6HOGek=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Papanui Road \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Merivale Mall \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - St George's Hostpital \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Bealey Avenue \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Hagley Park \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Meshino - ‬14 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk - ‪Pedro's House of Lamb - ‬12 min walk - ‪Sprig & Fern Merivale - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Sanctuary in St Albans: Chic 2-Bedroom Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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