Title: Takamatua Holiday Home - 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 # Takamatua Holiday Home Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Takamatua Holiday Home ![Outdoor dining - Takamatua Holiday Home (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/dadb4b62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Takamatua Holiday Home (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/2f14ce17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - Takamatua Holiday Home (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/8bc47f8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Takamatua Holiday Home (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/bd1a2a00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Takamatua Holiday Home (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/04223fe5_edited_4ca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Panoramic views of Takamatua Bay await at Takamatua Holiday Home, a serene retreat that offers direct beach access. Relax in the open plan living area with a full kitchen and modern facilities, ideal for up to five guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Takamatua Holiday Home Welcome to our Takamatua Holiday Home – perfectly positioned for panoramic views overlooking Takamatua Bay, while being a 10-minute drive from Akaroa village. Explore the surrounding bays and Akaroa but have the benefit of coming back to the quiet surroundings of this place. Comprised of three bedrooms and sleeps up to five guests. This property is unique as it has its own direct beach access. This recently renovated holiday home has open plan living with a full kitchen and modern facilities. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On the waterfront ### 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) - 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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 567463 ## About the area Located in Akaroa, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Duvauchelle Showgrounds, while Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Akaroa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa.dx6024120) [View more Vacation homes in Akaroa](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6024120-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-43.78496%2C172.94984&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=11Kqa1UKZPnUMcrLfuoNu9aJvUQ=) Christchurch ### What's nearby - ![Akaroa Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112956/272b7647-a7cc-409b-b82f-97d1da6effc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Akaroa Museum 7 min drive \- 5.1 km - ![Akaroa Wharf which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112958/98ecd4cb-73b3-42b8-a79a-18801901c54e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Akaroa Wharf 9 min drive \- 6.1 km - St Patrick's Catholic Church 7 min drive \- 4.7 km - Artisans Gallery 7 min drive \- 5.1 km - Linton The Giant House 8 min drive \- 5.4 km ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 93 min drive ### Restaurants - Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar 10 min drive - Akaroa Corner Cafe 8 min drive - Crater Cafe Akaroa 8 min drive - The Common 8 min drive - Grand Hotel 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Takamatua Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Takamatua Holiday Home? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Takamatua Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Takamatua Holiday Home 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelique V. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful sanctuary We absolutely loved staying at this gorgeous Takamatua home. Great communication with the hosts and very clean, had everything we needed and the location was superb. ##### Angelique V. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael H. Jan 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely beautiful views from lovely clean cosy accommodation. Beautiful birdsong as well. We had a lovely Christmas to remember here. ##### Rachael H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isaac R. Jan 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice host and place. :) ##### Isaac R. 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