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Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK

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Dunnabridge
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 580 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Selwyn District, Southbridge
  • University of Canterbury
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Christchurch Public Hospital
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪69 min drive‬
  • Ashburton (ASG)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK

Welcome to Dunnabridge at Rakaia Huts.
The only rental accommodation at the Huts on the North side of the river.
Close to the townships of Southbridge & Leeston if you are attending events in the area.
A family bach with all the facilities you will need for a family weekend away for a bit of fishing or some peace and quiet.
Plenty of places to sit in the sun to enjoy a book. Walks in any direction.
If fishing is your thing then you have easy access to the Rakaia River.
Try for a Salmon, Trout or Whitebait (in season)
Not into fishing. No problem. Enjoy peace and quiet to do your own thing, walk, read, sit in the sun.

Bring the kids as plenty of entertainment. Great selection of board games, jigsaws, DVD's or playstation. No option of getting bored. Fully fenced.

Would recommend sturdy walking shoes for trips along the beach. It can be a long walk to the river mouth so easiest access option is four wheel motorbike.

Dogs OK (outside) as long as you tidy up!

Boat ramp is public facility at lagoon. 500 mts away

Very limited connectivity for internet and phone. There is as long as you stand in the right spot.
Special conditions:

Plenty of blankets for extra warmth if required.
Plenty of firewood supplied for fire.
Kitchen consumables supplied (Tea, coffee, sugar), some basic pantry items plus cleaning products.

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

Stephen Caunter

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please ask first.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southbridge

Located in Southbridge, this holiday home is on a river. Local points of interest include Lake Ellesmere and Salmon World. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Selwyn District, Southbridge

What's nearby

  • Lake Ellesmere - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • University of Canterbury - 46 min drive - 57.8 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 59 min drive - 59.3 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 69 min drive - 70.0 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 73 min drive - 51.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Gateaux Ciel - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK located?

This family-friendly Southbridge holiday home is located by the sea, 11.8 mi (19 km) from Lake Ellesmere, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Salmon World and Lincoln University. Crown Research Centre and Foster Dog Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy place
Lovely cozy accommodation in an awesome location. Lots of walks and nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jude L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful rugged coastline and an awesome village community
It was a lovely peaceful location… a fishing cabin with relaxing and comfortable accommodation. We loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet setting
Great place to stay. Well equipped and comfortable. Amazing forest restoration project nearby with an interesting trail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A brief interlude
We stayed for the third time at Rakaia Huts and loved it once again. Clean, welcoming and oh so quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year get away
Property was exactly what we needed. Just a short stroll to the water and other great walks. Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K., Invercargill New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Neat, Warm and comfortable Stay.
My wife and I spent 1 night here. Was great. Comfortable bed, warm fire, entertainment centre was great. Would definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great wee holiday house. Perfect for our family. We will be back again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous silence
So easy to find. House was lovely and clean. So quiet. Really nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
A wonderful short break in the middle of a long drive. Peaceful and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
Great wee Bach, warm, tidy, full of character. Good size property for kids to ride their bikes. Shame the nor’wester turned the river to chocolate milk. Awesome property, will stay again. 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway.
Thank you to Stephen and family for sharing your family bach. I was so comfortable and cozy. Such a friendly neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful & Comfortable Place!
An absolutely wonderful place to relax in! It more than met all our expectations with all the amenities on offer including a comfortable bed and a good shower! Unfortunately unexpected rain hampered our attempts to really explore the place and for my husband to do some fishing, but we did manage to visit the nearby beach and look at all the birdlife there. I would highly recommend this lovely bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
What an awesome few days! Arrived and parked the car and didn't start it up again till we left. Fabulous spot. Fantastic crib. Lots of walking. Fresh air. Great laughs, food and beverages! Terrific sleeps! Thank you so much to our hosts for sharing this gem with us 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chony a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay great little batch everything you need, clean and tidy, would definatley recommend.
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Graeme T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good weekend
suited our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Batch
Lovely and very homey batch with everything needed for a fantastic family getaway. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Family Fishing Bach, Beautifully Kept
Very comfortable family bach with a great sense of the fishing history in a peaceful setting. Had everything you need and was a wonderful nostalgia trip for my old time fisherman dad (93 years old). We had a lovely time. Thanks for letting us bring the dogs. Great walks everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you could need for a quiet stay away! The fire was so cosy and the bed was comfortable!
Very homely feel to this batch which has everything you need to relax. It was so quiet which was perfect. Was lovely with the fire going. Everything was cruisy and there at hands reach. The owner was very communicative with instructions. My only confusion was whether I was meant to turn the main power off when I left but didn't want the freezer to defrost!! Hopefully it was all okay. Stayed one night and having a late checkout was perfect to help get organised in the morning! Thank you, would love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Felt like home, will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway.
Every thing was as described and process was simple. I needed a break and this worked brilliantly. Would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Craig C.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Our review
It was a great relaxing time just what we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great Respite
This was a fabulous place to stay, very comfy dwelling and very clean and tidy. Lots of entertainment for children and well fenced and good sized area for the dog who had a wonderful time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stop gap.
Lovely place to break our long travel. Beautiful location and very comfortable accommodation. Friendly neighbour making sure we were meant to be there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family getaway
Everything your family could want for a relaxing, cosy place to stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Caunter

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Our family bach has created many memories for our family and it can do the same for you for your time on holiday.
I manage the property remotely as I live in Nelson. We still get to use it and it is a great base for a few projects that are on the go.

Why they chose this property

This is a family Bach we can now share with you. Nothing pretentious or over the top. Perfect for family getaway.
Fully fenced so suitable all ages

What makes this property unique

Be fishing on the river in next to no time. Trout, salmon, whitebait or just enjoy the nature.

Languages:

English