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Coastal and mountain experiences combine to make Canterbury a place where there's something for every traveller. Here you'll find many worlds within one region. more
Canterbury lodges and retreats provide peaceful, country-style accommodation. Relax at your Canterbury travel lodge or retreat center and enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere of New Zealand.
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Breathtaking views, peace, and serenity—just five kilometres from Akaroa. Onuku Heights, perched high above the stunning Akaroa Harbour, is a romantic and idyllic haven offering superb accommodation. This charming, historic homestead is an enchanting retreat, where elegance and natural splendour come together. Relax by the heated pool and indulge in the most spectacular views on the Banks Peninsula...(more)
Phone | Address | MapLuxury boutique accommodation in Hanmer Springs. Relax and enjoy stunning alpine views, landscaped grounds and olive grove. You will be warmly welcomed by owners Chris and Lisa, with extensive local knowledge on what to see and where to dine. The retreat offers three guest rooms in the main house and a private, separately accessed, self-contained cottage. Superb in every way...(more)
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Style and comfort at an affordable price, this sparkling new affordable self-catering lodge offers 16 rooms with en suite bathrooms. Doubles, twins and family rooms—most with king-size beds and awesome views. Guests will be treated to modern appointments, warmth, comfort, friendly personalised service and spectacular views of Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. Located midway between Queenstown and Christchurch...(more)
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A true Alpine experience quietly nestled within Methven Village. Breckenridge Lodge offers twin, double, triple, quad and family rooms, each room having a private ensuite for your comfort. Breckenridge Lodge is just a short 5 min stroll from the towns many Bars, Restaurants and colourful cafes as well as all the other amenities and services for your convenience. id#08d07c12..(more)
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Brinkley Resort is a High Country apartment-style resort nestled into the foothills of majestic Mt Hutt and only minutes from Methven's town centre. We feature a total of 80 self-contained apartments comprised of 40 studios and 40 quality two-bedroom apartments, and now two chip and putt golf greens...(more)
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Farm-stay retreat and organic farm in South Canterbury. "Where tomorrow is a world away from today". Secluded private accommodation for discerning tourists and travellers wanting to relax in an atmosphere of peaceful purity, away from the rush of urban life. Scrumptious organic produce. Ideal scenery for art and photography...(more)
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Guests choosing to stay at Charwell Lodge can be assured of the genuine and warm hospitality of their hosts Bill and Judy Clarkson, and views from their rooms which are unsurpassed by any other accommodation provider in the Hanmer Basin. These same views can now be enjoyed while relaxing in the new, private outdoor spa...(more)
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Conveniently centrally located opposite the i-Site in the main street of Kaikoura. Excellent views of the mountains and ocean from our sun drenched deck. Guests have the use of our fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities and large BBQ on the deck, perfect for grilling your crays after a hard days fishing! Run by local, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful hosts...(more)
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A variety of accommodation options including fully self-contained motels and cottages to old shearer's quarters redesigned as backpacker facilities. Quality restaurant and cafe style meals available in our newly renovated lodge and bar. Located on The Great Alpine Highway between Springfield and Arthur's Pass, only an hour and a half's drive from Christchurch or Greymouth...(more)
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Set in 15 acres of park-like grounds, our historic homestead offers something totally new to groups wanting to get away from it all together. This sumptuously refurbished country home is available on an exclusive daily basis. It offers a truly unique blend of modern facilities and country elegance. A short 20-minute drive from Timaru...(more)
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Budget accommodation in a delightful part of New Zealand. Close to a host of recreational areas including hot pools, skiing, fishing, horse treks, rafting, jet boating, etc. Hanmer Springs offers it all and we have warm, comfortable accommodation to make your stay a pleasant one. Kakapo Lodge Retreat...(more)
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Backed by snow-capped mountains, looking out to the Pacific Ocean, the historic Kincaid Homestead has stood for 100 years. The homestead has recently been refurbished to provide charming accommodation including four guest suites, each with their own en suite...(more)
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Newly Renovated - Free Wi-Fi for BBH Members. Affordable 'home away from home', perfect for the independent, mobile traveller. Mountain & sea views. 2 min drive to town. Off-street parking. Fully equipped kitchen. Lounge & log fire. TV & Heaters in every room. Laundry facilities. BBQ area. Discounted (ocean) scenic & fishing tours with Fish Kaikoura. id#14d07c12..(more)
Phone | Address | MapExperience the magic of Matuka Lodge. Discover luxury and casual elegance amidst spectacular mountain scenery, close to some of the best trout waters in New Zealand. Located in a tranquil rural setting at Twizel, gateway to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown...(more)
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Step inside to feel the warmth and character of the largest log building in New Zealand—Mt Lyford Lodge. Situated at the foot of Mt Lyford Ski Field in North Canterbury. Choose from backpackers accommodation through to motel rooms. Bar, restaurant, outdoor spa pools and a huge log fire...(more)
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Omahau Downs offers guests a relaxing High Country farm environment with B&B and self-catering accommodation options. Ideally located to get uninterrupted view of Mt Cook and the Mackenzie Country, but still conveniently close to Twizel Township. A fantastic 45-minute drive takes you to Aoraki, Mt Cook and many other sights and activities are also in the area to be enjoyed...(more)
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Breathtaking views, peace, and serenity—just five kilometres from Akaroa. Onuku Heights, perched high above the stunning Akaroa Harbour, is a romantic and idyllic haven offering superb accommodation. This charming, historic homestead is an enchanting retreat, where elegance and natural splendour come together. Relax by the heated pool and indulge in the most spectacular views on the Banks Peninsula...(more)
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This romantic self-contained cottage with two large bedrooms is superbly furnished for your exclusive use. Perfect as a base for fishing, exploring the region or simply a stop over en route to Hanmer Springs which is only 40 minutes away. Enjoy the views from the heated swimming pool or tour the working sheep station with the owner...(more)
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Just Listed A beautiful handcrafted log cabin set in a dramatic stretch of land that runs parallel to adjacent farmland and situated in the middle of a native New Zealand forest with views of the mountains. Peel Forest Lodge comfortably sleeps eight (extra bedding available), has an outdoor hot-tub, wireless internet and is equipped with a spacious kitchen ideal for hosting groups...(more)
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A new alpine temptation for the luxury traveller, Select Braemar Lodge & Spa is our luxury lodge in Hanmer Springs with sweeping views across the Hanmer Basin and surrounding mountains. Our luxury Hanmer Springs lodge is the first luxury lodge to open in the Alpine Pacific Triangle, offering unparalleled levels of service, comfort and style...(more)
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A historic country home, situated 135 kilometres north of Christchurch, Sherwood Lodge offers a taste of the carefree life in spectacular surroundings. No noisy distractions, crowds or deadlines. Instead, forgotten pleasures such as big skies and wide-open spaces, crisp clean mountain air, lively conversations enjoyed in deep armchairs in front of open fires, and warm hospitality...(more)
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30 minutes inland from Christchurch, Springfield Motel & Lodge is ideally located close to three major ski fields and other adventure activities such as jet boating, fly-fishing, rock-climbing and nature safaris. Superb guest facilities include an outdoor spa pool, BBQ area, DVD/ home theatre, pellet fire, electric blankets and heaters. Group discounts available...(more)
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Springfield Visitor Information is based at the Springfield Railway Station, on the Tranz Alpine rail journey from Christchurch to Greymouth. Sit and enjoy the majestic view of the Torlesse Range over a coffee and food from the Station 73 Café, and browse the information about local tour operators and accommodation...(more)
Phone | Address | MapStoneleigh Lodge is a French chateau-style lodge standing on twenty acres of landscaped grounds, complete with three lakes. Set in the heart of one of New Zealand's recreational playgrounds, Stoneleigh Lodge is a few minutes drive from both a world class fishing river and international golf resort...(more)
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Our large modern home offers luxury en suite guest rooms. Sumptuous breakfasts served in separate guest lounge. In summer the spacious garden has over 100 roses of many varieties and colours blooming. Enjoy the unique country village atmosphere of Geraldine. Only 1.5 kilometres from town centre. Ideal base for exploring Peel Forest Park and its fabulous bush walks...(more)
Phone | Address | MapThe Factory is on the beachfront at Hapuku, 10 minutes' North of Kaikoura. It offers luxury accommodation in the 100-year-old Hapuku Dairy Factory with dramatic views of snow-covered mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. Your stay at The Factory is exclusive, with only one party booked at a time, ensuring you are guaranteed privacy and peace...(more)
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This traditional New Zealand high country station, set amid towering 7,000-foot peaks, is a haven for those in need of relaxation and a wonderland for those seeking adventure. Grasmere Lodge offers the highest level of hospitality in a wild and invigorating landscape...(more)
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Some of the words often used to describe lodges and retreats include luxury, heavenly, five-star, beautiful, boutique, distinctive, tranquil, paradise and spectacular. You're probably starting to paint a picture of what makes lodges and resorts so distinctive and lodges and retreats in Canterbury really do offer guests the very best in luxury and service.
Canterbury lodges and retreats are often situated in some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the country and are designed to provide a relaxing holiday for visitors from all over the world.
Lodges and retreats include secluded beachfront or lakeside lodges and resorts focusing on specific interests such as golf, fishing, hunting, meditation or wilderness activities (also see Outdoor, Sports, Ski and Fishing Lodges).
Lodges in particular tend to cater for a small number of guests at any one time which creates an intimate, boutique atmosphere and the sort of personalised service that large chain-type hotels simply cannot match.
Lodges are often located in stunning rural settings or on the out-of-the-way, secluded fringes of popular beauty spots.
Canterbury resort accommodations vary in size, but like lodge accommodation, specialise in offering guests excellence in luxury, service and facilities. The food is generally of exceptional quality and affords an excellent opportunity for guests to enjoy the very best of local cuisine, wine and beer in beautiful surroundings (also see Resorts and Health Spas).
The only downside of staying in a lodge or retreat accommodation in Canterbury is that you may never want to leave!
Whether for business or pleasure, it's easy to find and book your lodge or retreat accommodation in Canterbury online.
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