Title: Big Hill Luxury Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Big Hill Luxury Retreat ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104286600/104286511/3b99da12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104286600/104286511/a4a22151.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104286600/104286511/f9102d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104286600/104286511/686a47af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104286600/104286511/7dbd171e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Big Hill, a bespoke luxury rural retreat nestled in 18 hectares of native bushland on the stunning Banks Peninsula. Wake up to ocean views, rejuvenate with an outdoor bath amidst the bush and watch as nature's beauty unfolds. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Hill Luxury Retreat Big Hill, a bespoke luxury rural escape thoughtfully nestled in 18 hectares of native New Zealand bushland surrounded by stunning Banks Peninsula farmland. Encapsulating dramatic coastline and views stretching above Raupo Bay, Pacific Ocean and beyond. The elevation and seclusion of Big Hill provides a unique contrast of total solitude and unparallel panoramic views stretching as far as the eye can see. A design lead space of generous proportions. Every detail of Big Hill has been crafted to provide a seamless blend between modern aesthetics and natures natural beauty.  THE SPACE: Awaken to the dancing of the sea and experience the sun rising above the Pacific Ocean to the dawn of a new day, from your spacious bedroom. The king bed is adored with beautiful French linen and natural bedding. The bathroom transitions between the bedroom and a private changing area. Both the concrete bath and rain head large shower are located discretely enough to create a private sanctuary where you feel as if you are bathing in the bush, yet uniquely appointed to provide uninterrupted views of wild grasslands and coastal cliffs. Equipped with quality bathroom products, luxurious towels, bathrobes, hairdryer and space for luggage. The living and sleeping spaces are separated by a large sliding barn door to allow maximum flow between each area or the ability for privacy between the two rooms.  A fully equipped kitchen provides amble room for meal preparation and food storage. Including a full gas oven, with four hobs, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and an extensive range of cooking utensils, pots, pans and beautiful serve ware.  A generous oak dining table with spacious seating provides the ideal location for a candle lit dinner, morning brunch or a place to plan, create or play a selection of board and card games on offer. Your living space is arranged to allow you to curl up on the large sofa in front of the wood fire as the storms roll in. Open the floor to ceiling sliding doors and breath in the fresh country sea air on a sunny day. Watch the sunset over the hills and the night sky begin to appear. Explore the landscape around Big Hill via a private walking track that takes you through regenerating native forest and expansive rolling coastal farmland to the private beach known as Raupo Bay. The perfect place for a picnic, swim, wildlife observation or coastal exploration. ABOUT RIDGECLIFF FARM: Big Hill is located on Ridgecliff Farm, a sixth generation family operated sheep and cattle farm. Ridgecliff Farm uses regenerative farming practices to balance the needs of animals, land and biodiversity for long term sustainability. Ridgecliff has a number of biodiversity projects across the property to establish and enhance existing and new bushland and forests. Ridgecliff is a place where Sea, Bush and Country life meet and Ridgecliff stays are about embracing nature, exploring our special part of Banks Peninsula and settling into the slower rhythm of life that we all need once in a while. 90 minutes drive from central Christchurch and 35 minutes from Akaroa. Big Hill is remote enough to feel you have left the everyday world behind, but close enough to explore all that Banks Peninsula has to offer. Big Hill is a place and space that will leave its name on your heart and memories to cherish. Big Hill is an invitation to rest and be restored, to escape and connect to the natural world around you. Big Hill is adults only. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea ### 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 - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 754 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/60830551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! Okains Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=97582823&PinnedHotelID=97582823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910700/37910643/5be2694d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Accrington Farmhouse Little Akaloa - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=37910643&PinnedHotelID=37910643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107205300/107205274/w1440h1077x0y0-344055d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Overleigh Shearers Quarters Port Levy - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $90 CA $130 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=107205274&PinnedHotelID=107205274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92820000/92817300/92817283/fad29a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful piece of Paradise Wainui - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 25 reviews CA $144 CA $238 total includes taxes & fees Oct 1 - Oct 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=92817283&PinnedHotelID=92817283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108777200/108777147/5d60d1e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kūkupa Matairangi at Akaroa Lavender Duvauchelle - Ocean view - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $351 CA $358 total includes taxes & fees Oct 1 - Oct 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=108777147&PinnedHotelID=108777147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/1908a04c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=90542994&PinnedHotelID=90542994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112740000/112736700/112736634/9233e119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour View 3-Bedroom Retreat Duvauchelle - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning CA $199 CA $386 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=112736634&PinnedHotelID=112736634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113080000/113071200/113071143/6f46e8a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The BEST view at special winter rates Akaroa - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $322 CA $468 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=113071143&PinnedHotelID=113071143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Penthouse Studio) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626017/fcc4ab52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akaroa on the Beach Apartments Akaroa - Dryer - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9626017&PinnedHotelID=9626017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101420000/101416700/101416631/3aefb2b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kūkupa Puni at Akaroa Lavender by Tiny Away Duvauchelle - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $209 CA $257 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=101416631&PinnedHotelID=101416631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 638947 ## 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-43.67781%2C173.03827&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SYAGSrev0wZrtz2W5n8ZPrLbfx0=) Little Akaloa #### What's nearby - Okains Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 8.3 km - Le Bons Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 33.4 km - Linton The Giant House - 24 min drive - 28.4 km - Akaroa Wharf - 25 min drive - 28.8 km - Akaroa Lighthouse - 26 min drive - 29.1 km #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 116 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Table Six - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Hill Luxury Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Big Hill Luxury Retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Big Hill Luxury Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Big Hill Luxury Retreat located? > Situated by the sea, this cabin is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Okains Bay Beach and within 16 mi (25 km) of Banks Peninsula and Le Bons Bay Beach. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 10 ### Exceptional ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [B&B Hotel Roma Tuscolana San Giovanni](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-BB-Hotel-Roma-Tuscolana-San-Giovanni.h1062913.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Germain Hotel Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottawa-Hotels-Le-Germain-Hotel-Ottawa.h22453973.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Sunscape-Puerto-Vallarta-Resort-Spa.h12505992.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Cook-Hotels-The-Hermitage-Hotel-Mount-Cook.h179149.Hotel-Information) > > [Dilworth Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hotels-Dilworth-Inn.h1186950.Hotel-Information) > > [Media Luna Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Roatan-Hotels-Media-Luna-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h8411460.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels.d178307.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers](https://www.expedia.ca/Kowloon-Hotels-Sheraton-Hong-Kong-Hotel-Towers.h21941.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dillon](https://www.expedia.ca/Dillon-Hotels.d6872.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Imperiale Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Margherita-Ligure-Hotels-Imperiale-Palace-Hotel.h527745.Hotel-Information) > > [Stay Easy Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Roblin-Hotels-Stay-Easy-Inn.h19746351.Hotel-Information) > > [Harmony Outdoor Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Parry-Sound-Hotels-Harmony-Outdoor-Inn.h15876483.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluenose Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lunenburg-Hotels-Bluenose-Lodge.h36501360.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Kitchener (YKF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/ykf/halifax-to-kitchener) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Cinisi (PMO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/pmo/rome-to-palermo) > > [Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Hua Hin (HHQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bkk/hhq/bangkok-to-hua-hin) > > [flights from pierre elliott trudeau intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yul/flights-from-pierre-elliott-trudeau-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Nassau (NAS) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/nas/yyc/nassau-to-calgary) > > [flights from winnipeg james armstrong richardson intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/ywg/flights-from-winnipeg-james-armstrong-richardson-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mci/yyz/kansas-city-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Ladyville (BZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/bze/vancouver-to-belize-city) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Gatwick (LGW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lgw/vancouver-to-london) > > [flights from yto all airports airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yto/flights-from-yto-all-airports-airport) ### Cars > [Hertz Car Rentals In Etobicoke](https://www.expedia.ca/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-Etobicoke.d10207-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Orlando](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Orlando.d178294.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Hertz Destinations In Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Hertz-Destinations-In-Canada.d31-c40.Car-Rental-Destination-Suppliers) ### Packages > [Palau Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Palau.d141.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Las Vegas Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas.d178276.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Downtown London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Downtown-London.dx6358345)