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Luxury Retreat Canterbury, New Zealand

Matua Gardens Retreat Introduction

Matua Gardens Retreat in Canterbury offers exclusive luxury accommodation in Canterbury with expansive views of the Akaroa Harbour and the surrounding Robinsons Bay Valley.

The cottage was originally constructed around 1870. It has been renovated to reflect the historic ambience of natural timbers and environment while enhancing the comfort.

Our luxury retreat in Canterbury is best shared with someone you love. Perfect for romantic celebrations, international visitors or just relaxing, guests are invited to choose a conventional package or create your own combination of accommodation, dining, massage, tours, late check out and special gift basket.

Your hosts, Richard and Sue, welcome you to their luxury accommodation in Canterbury.

Our Luxury Retreat in Canterbury

Our exclusive luxury accommodation in Canterbury has one spacious bedroom, tastefully furnished in oak from the Arts and Crafts period.

It has a queen-size bed with electric blanket, fine bed linen, duvet
and lambswool blankets. It also enjoys stunning views across the harbour and valley.

The en suite bathroom at our retreat in Canterbury has a luxurious double spa bath and impressive shower. It too has harbour views while maintaining its privacy. Choose from a full range of Linden Leaves luxury toiletries and Living Light candles.

French doors open onto the expansive deck and private garden where guests can sit and watch the sun go down serenaded by the chorus of native birds.

Throughout the suite collections of original artwork, both historic and recent, and photographs of historical scenes, add to the character.

The cottage at our luxury accommodation in Canterbury is suitable for only one couple or a single guest. No children.

Features of our Retreat in Canterbury

As the focus is on guest privacy, and the joy of an exclusive retreat, we have purposely not included television, telephone or internet in the suite. Telephone is available on request as is a fax service.

Our luxury accommodation in Canterbury includes the following features:

• Open fire
• Well stocked bookcase
• CD collection and stereo
• Chess and other board games
• Quality magazines
• Piano
• Gourmet and casual dining
• 1928 Ford Model A is available for hire with driver
• Picnic hampers are available
• Relaxation massage, ear candling therapy or therapeutic massage are available

For bookings and further information about our luxury accommodation in Canterbury, please contact us, visit our luxury retreat in Canterbury Web site or make a booking.

Attractions at our Retreat in Canterbury

Matua Gardens Retreat is a destination in itself. However should you wish to explore the Akaroa and Banks Peninsula area you will find a wide range of activities from the wild to the romantic including:

• Harbour cruises on the Canterbury Cat or sail on the historic Fox II
• Walk local tracks
• Historic tours
• Art galleries and working artists
• Olive oil tastings
• Swim with dolphins
• Penguin colony and marine reserve
• Bird watching
• Sailing
• Golf
• Banks Peninsula Track
• Hinewai Reserve

Your hosts, Richard and Sue, welcome you to their luxury accommodation in Canterbury.

About Akaroa

Akaroa is just 85 kilometres from Christchurch city in the South Island of New Zealand. Akaroa is an historic French and British settlement nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano.

Explore the village with its colonial architecture, craft stores, and cafes. Relax in the sun at French Bay, or find a secluded beach of your own in one of the neighbouring bays. Venture out to the harbour and take a scenic cruise, go fishing or encounter the wildlife.

Whether you are staying in Akaroa for the week, or just the weekend, there is something here to suit your mood.

For bookings and further information about our luxury accommodation in Canterbury, please contact us, visit our luxury retreat in Canterbury Web site or make a booking.

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