Chris and Catherine welcome you to this warm, self-contained cottage in a quiet position at the rear of their property. Enjoy morning sun on the deck with coffee and know that your hosts are close by if needed. This 2-bedroom cottage is perfect for families or those requiring disability access, with an extra large shower to suit a shower chair if required.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
This warm, self contained cottage is bathed in morning sun and coffee on the deck is perfect. Built in 2017 this 116 sq meter cottage is well insulated with double glazing and a heat pump. Its 5 minutes to the airport and also on the bus route to a local mall, Canterbury University & the city. It was built for disability access and has ramps front and back an extra large shower to suit a shower chair if required. Dog friendly with conditions, definitely family & LGBTI+ friendly and kids are welcome. It is in a quiet position at the rear of our property which means we are close by to help out if needed.
Chris and Catherine are excellent hosts and look forward to you enjoying your stay with us. For short stay guests, breakfast and tea coffee, milk etc. will be provided. On street parking is available. The two bedrooms, 1 gueen and one with a king single and a single bed can sleep 4 people but let us know if you have additional requirements and we work with you to create a plan.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Front entrance ramp
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Must pick up all cigarette butts
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please remove your shoes at the front door
Please make sure you don’t leave food out overnight as you will attract ants
Please place you own rubbish and recycling in the appropriate bins.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Guests responsible for damage and cleaning fee.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events must be low key and behavior reasonable.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Must pick up all cigarette butts
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Events must be low key and behavior reasonable.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Burnside, a neighborhood in Christchurch, is home to this cottage. Riccarton House and Bridge of Remembrance are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and The Arts Centre. Christchurch Botanic Gardens and The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, hiking, and mountain biking. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
Is Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access) pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)?
As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access) on Mar 10, 2026 start from CA $128, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access) located?
Located in Burnside, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre, Omarino Wine Park, and International Antarctic Centre. University of Canterbury and Papanui Road are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Excellent accommodation that was perfect for our needs. Lovely quiet location and we really appreciated the hosts' extra effort to make us welcome and comfortable.
This lovely 2 bedroom unit is located close to CHC. Everything about this place exceeded expectations. Our host was very friendly and accommodating. We would book again.
Fantastic place! Hosts were super helpful and friendly. Cottage had everything you needed and was very handy location for Airport side of town. Highly recommend.
Had a too short stay at this lovely cottage. Furnishings were soft, fluffy and warm. Excellent supply of kitchen staples, far more than usual. Place was very clean, had big comfy beds. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Clean lovely touches like fresh flowers. Garden veges to help youself toAsked what bead and milk we liked.. on an on i could go. But will use again. Also very close to airport .. definitely a Tell your friends about it oneThank you
Very nice cottage in a great location. Lush beds provided a good night's sleep, lovely homely feel, well stocked pantry, went the extra mile to enquire what bread and milk we preferred. As a pet owner who was away from their dogs for 10 days, I loved that their pets were able to come and go if we wanted them too. Close to lots of food options. Would definitely recommend.
Really nice property and hosts. There was a basket with some goodies waiting for us like cookies, bread and so on. Everything was clean, beautiful and warm. Hosts were very friendly. We travelled with our dog. Location is really close to the airport. Would definitely stay again 😊
The bach was behind the main house - so very private. Immaculate and comfortable. Provided us with bread, eggs, milk, tea, etc. and travel snacks. Small library. Very bright, cozy and comfortable. A wonderful stay. Highly recommended.
We really enjoyed your place, it had a lovely relaxed vibe. I sat in the 'egg' chair and read and when it got to hot I sat on the chairs outside the lounge. The fruit/vegetable garden is amazing and it's so thoughtful that you are willing to share its produce with your guests.
Easy to book, excellent communication & a hassle free process. Very welcoming & helpful. Would definitely stay again & recommend to others. Thank you Catherine & Chris
We were very comfortable in this accommodation. The host Catherine was super, very friendly and accommodating. We had a dog trailer and needed to park off street. Catherine moved things around especially so we could do that. We also loved the welcome basket of treats on our arrival. A very thoughtful and kind gesture. Would definitely stay again.
We would highly recommend this place! The hosts are very friendly, and even dropped us off at a couple of places we were going to. Their wee dog is very sweet. The cottage is extremely comfortable and was well kitted out with all the essentials plus quite a few luxuries! It truly felt like a home away from home. And so quiet. We hope to be back before too long. Thank you!
My 2 teenagers and myself stayed at the property. Our hosts were super friendly, and our initial communication with them was efficient and fast. The property is clean, modern, tastefully furnished and has all the amenities one needs. The snack box and breakfast items was a welcome surprise. What made our stay extra special was the firepit our hosts laid our for us to toast some marshmallows on. I highly recommend this property and would love to stay there again if the need arise.
What a lovely couple. Went above and beyond to make my family happy. Cant praise this lovely couple enough. Thank you for looking after my mum and brother and opening up your BBQ area for her moko's. Highly recommend
Fab couple, very accommodating. Lovely home thought might be wee bit noisy due to airport but it was beautiful and quiet. Sitting in garden in sunshine eating fresh raspberries home grown 💯 . Will definitely be back . Highly recommended 😊
Having stayed at The Cottage in Christchurch for one night before leaving on our next day flight, my husband and I wished we had stayed there much longer during our NZ holiday. (We definitely will next time!)It was such a delight to have Chris come out to greet us on our arrival and Catherine popping in to welcome us when she arrived home. Wonderful, friendly, warm-hearted people who went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we could possibly need.This very private accommodation is perfect in every regard. It is beautifully presented, inside and out. The cleanliness, the furnishings, the comfort, the peace and quiet, the fresh bread and milk (of our choice), the snack supplies on the kitchen bench and the food in the pantry, the fruit and vegetable garden right outside with our wonderful hosts encouraging us to help ourselves to anything! (Delicious raspberries!)With their wide driveway, we had plenty of room to park our car close to The Cottage, making it very easy to transfer our luggage. Ramps also provide access for guests with disabilities.The Cottage is 20 mins drive from Christchurch CBD and a 10-minute drive to the airport. We cannot wait to return.