Title: Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111905529&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away Vacation home in Loburn with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away ![Property grounds - Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away (Loburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111905600/111905529/ffaa53d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away (Loburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111905600/111905529/9dfb1c58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away (Loburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111905600/111905529/0c3772d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away (Loburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111905600/111905529/b04e6cd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away (Loburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111910000/111905600/111905529/63a91434.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom139 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill - Mountain view ## 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. ### Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away Summary: Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away by Tiny is one of the best retreats located in North Loburn, where serenity meets inspiration in this creative garden space. It’s a tranquil retreat where you can relax or explore creative activities like Pilates, Self-defense, or Tai-Chi/Yoga in the garden. Try Limestone (Whiterock) carving, get crafty in the Art room, or unwind with a Foot Soak and Massage. Your stay is packed with fun and creative experiences! #CozyTinyHome #HolidayHomesNZ The Space: Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away sits in a quiet, rural location of South Island, New Zealand, just 12 minutes from the historic farming town of Rangiora and 43 minutes from the city of Christchurch. Our cozy tiny home conveniently located near popular attractions such as Waikuku Beach, a variety of restaurants and cafes in Rangiora, and the well-loved Ohoka Farmers' Market. You’re also just 20 minutes from Pegasus Coast beaches and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. The retreat sits on a sloped block and offers guests private access to a woodland area featuring a slackline, firepit teepee, labyrinth walk, and a shared space for games, art, and relaxation. It's a 139-square-foot tiny house with easy water access, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent private bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas-heated for hot showers). IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're booking for a group, we also have a second tiny home, "Loburn Retreat - Fireside by Tiny Away," available with 24 hours' notice. Campervan parking and Tent sites are also available. Guest Access: Guests have access to the tiny house and the surrounding areas. However, access to the main house, decking, and backpacker bus accommodation is restricted. For the convenience of all guests, we provide clean, filtered drinking water and seasonal herbs for tea. Supermarkets are just a 10-minute drive away. NOTICE TO ALL: Backpacker accommodation is located at the far end of the property, with limited interaction outside shared areas. Holiday homes sit on a quiet 100km no-through road, though some local or logging traffic may pass. Guests have access to all buildings and relaxation areas, which may be shared with a few others—your peace and privacy remain a priority. The Neighborhood: Loburn Retreat - Water's Edge by Tiny Away is nestled in the serene countryside of Loburn, South Island, New Zealand, just 12 minutes from Rangiora and 43 minutes from Christchurch. Local favourites include Waikuku Beach, Karikaas Cheese, and Lemongrass Restaurant, all just minutes away in or near Loburn. For day trips, you can explore Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, Mt Thomas Forest, Castle Hill, or Hanmer Springs. Getting Around: By car: \- 10 mins, 10 km drive from Rangiora Township \- 20 mins,15 kms drive from Mt Thomas Forest \- 40 mins, 38 km drive to Christchurch City Centre, \- 20 mins drive, 17kms away from the beaches along the Pegasus Coastline By public transport: \- No public transport in Loburn from Elemental. Other Things to Note: \- Pets not allowed \- Gas BBQ Grill is available \- Filtered water is provided \- Breakfast provisions can be provided with prior notice and at cost \- Mobile phone reception has a good signal \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- The property has no animals other than house cats \- Recycling and compost bins are available for guests \- Complimentary firewood, kindling, and matches provided \- No smoking allowed inside, except outside the private spaces of the tiny home \- No Wi-fi available at Elemental, though the town library and local cafes have free Wi-fi \- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge. Complimentary Activities: \- Making herbal tea fresh from the garden, board games, books and magazines, darts and snooker, some art and craft materials Pre-booked Activities at additional cost include: \- Limestone Carving, private Self-defence or Pilates Lessons with qualified instructors, Relaxing Foot Soak and Massage, Crystal Chakra Sound Bowls, Important note: \- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the cassette toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 139 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102130000/102125600/102125512/1a9b8d9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mona Vale Country Estate by Tiny Away Waikari - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $120 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=102125512&PinnedHotelID=102125512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104040000/104037100/104037026/12f832b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classy Modern Unit. 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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 66d10bdee8c84b00113bc24b ## About the area Loburn is home to this vacation home. Rangiora Golf Club and Darjon Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loburn Domain and Ashley Cenotaph Reserve. 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