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Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat

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Front view from the entrance
Side view - French doors and patio
Summer blossoms on the patio
Back entrance and deck
Sunny breakfast area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 11160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Geraldine, South Canterbury
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Geraldine Observatory
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat

This 3 bedroomed house is ideally situated for a wonderful family holiday or getaway. It is only an hour and a half drive from Christchurch and a perfect stop over on your way to the mountains and lakes. Geraldine offers a wide range of cafes, wine bars and restaurants and even has it's own cinema and upgraded heated outdoor swimming pool. There is a children's playground and skate park only 2 minutes away and there is also a golf course, tennis courts and some beautiful bush walks.
From the main street it is a mere five-minute stroll into Talbot Forest - a native forest with its breathtaking views over plains and mountains. Geraldine is an ideal spot to base yourself for day trips to Peel Forest, Te Moana gorge, Mt. Cook or fishing on the local rivers. The Rangitata River (home of world class white-water rafting and salmon fishing) is not far away. Here you can see some of the most spectacular alpine and high country scenery in New Zealand. It’s not difficult to see why Lord of the Rings producer Peter Jackson chose this superb valley as an important location in his films.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
Bookings of more than 7 nights receive 10% discount; please ask when booking

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property manager

chriey346
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not park on the grass in front of the house. It can get wet and muddy especially in winter.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Geraldine

Located in Geraldine, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Geraldine Historical Society Museum and Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Geraldine Observatory and Pleasant Valley Daffodils. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Geraldine, South Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Geraldine Observatory - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Vintage Car & Machinery Museum - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barker's of Geraldine Foodstore & Eatery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Geraldine Orchard Farmshop & Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mundell's Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Berry Barn - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday House with Style - Geraldine Retreat located?

This family-friendly Geraldine holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Geraldine Historical Society Museum, Geraldine Observatory and Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve. Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum and Vintage Car & Machinery Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 236 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
We try to book this house every year It is clean and very well situated
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love staying here
Room to move and everything you would every need. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Lovely place, lots of room. Very tidy and warm. Close walk to the Main Street. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonagh L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Awesome home, much bigger than it looks in photos, perfect for an extended family or group of friends
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet in Geraldine
We enjoyed our stay. The location was excellent, a short walk across the bridge down the st to the retail area. The living area was large. Heaters in every room kept us warm .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golfing Weekend
It was fantastic right from booking to when we left. would recommend this bookabach to anyone looking to stay in Geraldine
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with plenty of room
Nice house, plenty of room, clean and tidy, easy transaction. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golfing Weekend
A great house with ample living areas to spread out. Good shower which is always important. Can definitely recommend. Great location with wee walk through park into main street of Big G
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
The house was a perfect for a getaway. It was spacious and warm and we have a great time catching up with friends. There was plenty of space for our two families. I would recommend staying here if you are in Geraldine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday home!
This was one of the best houses we have ever stayed in. Very clean and comfortable. Very well equipped. But still retained its character as a lovely old villa. We totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Geealdine Holiday
Very tidy, obviously been modernised, magnificennt lounge. Heaps of room iverall. The only slightly sour note is that a bigger clothesline is needed
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
3 of us were in Geraldine for golf weekend. Location perfect, very short walk to town, place was spotless, spacious and comfortable with plenty of heating. Pity the fire wasn’t working. Make sure you bring your own milk etc, will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geraldine Town of colourful gardens & parks.
walking distance to main street shops. We felt safe, Warm house with abundance of heat pumps. Hot shower with great water pressure, two toilets well planned. Four older ladies. Enjoyed an authenic Indian meal in a main street restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and comfortable
We only stayed here overnight but the house was very comfortable, spacious and close to town via a walkway and bridge over the nearby river. This house is set up for families and larger groups too, not just for a couple. Very quiet and nice outlook onto the garden. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway
Excellent facilities in house, very pleasant area, useful info in house, and handy to town. Highly recommended. Excellent communication with owner, but difficult communication through Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ros W., Swannanoa

What a lovely clean and spacious house, perfect for our family, the location is great, close to park
What a lovely clean and spacious house, perfect for our family, the location is great, close to parks and nice bike rides. We really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed, even puzzles and games. The kitchen was very well equipped and everything was spotlessly clean. Thanks very much, I'm sure we'll be back :o)

10/10 Excellent

D Wayne T., St. Albert, AB, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place that can accommodate a large family
A very spacious home that is only a short drive to downtown Geraldine. The house had a very large open kitchen, dining and sitting area. Beds were a bit soft and linens were extra. Nice outside decks on the side and back for sitting out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Siniva C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family time
The house was great and well stocked up with games and toys for the children. Very comfortable, warm and clean. We had everything we needed and enjoyed or stay. The only down side was it was advertised as having a pool which it didn’t
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevena W., Rolleston. New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stitching Group
Wonderful venue for a group of keen stitches. Lounge area allows for plenty of room for us to all spread out. Perfectly situated to be able to walk to town centre. Will be back without a doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Weekend
The six of us (all males) were completely happy with the accommodation with plenty of room and layout of the house suits our requirements perfectly. We will be trying to rebook this house for the same time next year as we are all there for a golf tournament.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geraldine retreat
We loved our stay in this surprisingly spacious house. Nice and cool on scorching hot days. Great location - just a short wander through the park to the town centre. Toys to amuse the kids and a couch for everyone!! Just note that the bookabach site says there is a pool and there is not one - just so you aren’t disappointed’n
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luc v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortabel en overal vlak bij
leuke stad veel wandelroutes leuke restaurants en goede basis voor uitstappen met de wagen
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bonne location
Habitation très confortable et très bien équipée, située dans un quartier calme. Accès rapide à pieds au centre ville.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Levi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awsome stay
Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by chriey346

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Meg is originally from Geraldine and was keen to have a house in her home town.
Family still live in and around Geraldine so the house comes in handy for all our family gatherings.

What makes this property unique

Very handy 5 minute walk across the pedestrian bridge to the town centre.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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