Title: The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110089557&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest Vacation home in Okuku with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest (Okuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/b50e6124.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets - The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest (Okuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/d3bb8a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest (Okuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/996a6dbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest (Okuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/264d6dc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest (Okuku)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110090000/110089600/110089557/ea437924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a peaceful retreat on the edge of Mt Thomas Forest Reserve, where expansive views and modern comforts blend. Snuggle up with a book from the loaded bookcase or light the fire for warmth, then step outside onto the patio for BBQs and fresh air. The newly renovated home features comfortable beds, built-in wardrobes, and all you need to unwind in nature. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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. ### The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest Escape from the noise and bustle of life to a cosy house on the edge of the Mt Thomas Forest Reserve. Spend your days exploring the forest via numerous, well maintained tracks through the bush or swimming at nearby Ashley Gorge. Experience space (this is a large property) and expansive views in every direction! Snuggle up on the large sofas with a book (there is a bookcase loaded with books in the house) or light the fire and enjoy the warmth. Open the french doors that lead to an outdoor patio with a table and BBQ available. If you are looking for an outing, take a drive to Oxford for lunch or the market on the weekend. Relax and enjoy being part of nature. This property is newly renovated and has all the modern appliances you would need alongside space and freedom to unwind in a quiet and restful space. The bedrooms all have brand new, comfortable beds and built in wardrobes. This property is ideal for anyone, singles, couple, families or groups who are looking for space and quiet in a rural setting. If you like the outdoors, there is the Wharfdale Track for mountain biking nearby and plenty of inspiration for painting or photography. Bird watch or sit in the sunshine - this is a place for both rest and recreation. Pop to the nearby town of Oxford for lunch via a scenic drive. If you need a pizza, want to go the movies, get sushi or a magazine, then Rangiora is a short drive away. The views and rural setting and outdoor space offer a chance for guest do all the things from their childhoods, outdoor cricket, bingo with the tennis racket, spotlight after dark and have a BBQ. Enjoy birdsong in the morning against a mountain backdrop. Escape the world for a while! ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38002000/38001940/12c96d7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Retreat Waimakariri District - Pet friendly - Parking available - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=38001940&PinnedHotelID=38001940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118310000/118302100/118302082/e134334f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Garden Home Merivale Merivale - 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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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.196976,172.34074&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7E_sfGsh%7Bz_%40%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%3FS%40U%40U%40SBU%40UBUBSBU%40UBQDSBUDUBQDUDQDSDSDSFQDSFSDQFSFQFQHQFSFOHSHMFQHOHQHOHMJSHMJOHMJOJKJOJMHMLKJMJKLMJKLKJKLGLKLILKJILGNILGLILINELGLENELENELGNELENANELCNANCNANCLCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLFNDLDNDLDNFLDLHLHLFNHLFJHLJLHLJLFJJLJJJLLJJJLLJHLJLJNJJJNHLJNHLJRHLHNHPHNFPHLHRFNFRHPFPFPFRDPFRDRFPDRDRDRDPDTBPDTBTDRBPBT%40TBRBT%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTARAT%3FTARATATCRATCTCRATCTCPETCRETCPETEPETEPETGPEPGTEPGPGPGPIPGPGRIPILGRILIPININKPILKNINKLKJKNKNIJMJKLKLMHKLMJKJMHMJMFMJKHMHOFMHMFMHMDOFMDOFMDODMBOFMDO%40ODMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOAMCOEOAMEOGMCOEMEOGMEMGOEMIMGMIOGMIKIMKMGMKMIKKMKKMMIKMKMMKIKKOKOKKKMIOKOIMKQIOIOIQIMGSIMIQGSGQIQGQGQGQEQGUEQGQEUEQEUEQEUCQEUCSEUCQAUCUCSCUAUCSAUAUAS%3FUAU%3FSAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Giu5gmcMDoe84gjtrUyhHUrxvZ8=) Okuku, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Loburn Domain \- 22 min drive \- 24.3 km - Mount Thomas Forest Conservation Area \- 22 min drive \- 16.1 km - Pearson Park \- 26 min drive \- 30.1 km - Hagley Park \- 56 min drive \- 66.0 km - University of Canterbury \- 58 min drive \- 67.5 km #### Getting around - Rangiora Station - 21 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 76 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Rangers House on the Edge of a Forest 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Very friendly contact.Calm and clean accomodation.Lovely place. I would book it again ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karyn G. Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house Thank you so much for a lovely easy stay! Even having the curtains pulled and the lights on for us! Your house is beautiful ##### Karyn G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keiren C. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for a family weekend away Beautifully located next to Mt Richardson DOC area with lots of forest walks at your doorstep. The property is huge and great for adventures for little kids (away from screens). The house is warm and beautifully recently decorated. Comfortable beds and nice bedding. There is no internet available and therefore no smart TV access (not necessarily a bad thing but notable). Would love to stay again in the summer months. ##### Keiren C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paulette P. Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### 1234 Took to long for a reply with details to arrive after money paid.Accommodation needed cleaning especially getting rid of cluster flys.Super comfortable beds. Warm sunny house with great view. ##### Paulette P. 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