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Featuring quiet street views, Amberlea Cottages features accommodation with balcony, around 1.1 km from Hokitika Beach. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Beautiful cottage with everything you need. Well equipped kitchen, washing machine, but tumble dryer is in the laundry room Parking beside the cottage Short drive to the sunset point and supermarket Hokitika is a beautiful town, beautiful sunset, beautiful gorge, treetop walk, delicious food, much to be explored, we stayed two nights there.

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9.4
Superb
1,228 reviews
Price from
US$118
per night

Situated in Christchurch in the Canterbury region, Chic Private Studio 5 mins from Airport and shops features a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6.5 km from Canterbury Museum, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.9 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Property was spacious, homely and clean. Conveniently located near the airport and there were plenty of amenities. Liz was very generous and even let us borrow her charger.

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9.1
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$73
per night

Boasting garden views, Pyke Cottage, Clyde offers accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 24 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor fireplace. No breakfast on-site but plenty of options in close proximity. Central to what we were travelling to experience. Comfortable well presented accommodation with extra touches. Did not disappoint.

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9.4
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Situated within 800 metres of Fiordland Cinema and 1.2 km of Te Anau Glow Worm Caves, The Mayflower Cottage provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Te Anau. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a patio. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. It was a beautiful cottage that was thoughtfully arranged and decorated. It felt like a home not just a place to visit. It was so lovely we wanted to keep it that way

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9.6
Exceptional
217 reviews
Price from
US$196
per night

In the centre of Christchurch, located within a short distance of Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, CBD with Style and Luxury - Free Parking offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. Featuring a garden, the holiday home is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from Victoria Square, less than 1 km from Bridge of Remembrance and a 10-minute walk from The Chalice. The property is soundproof and is set 1.5 km from Hagley Park. Excellent location, comfortable beds. Host was responsive to our inquiries.

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9
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$153
per night

Situated 1.7 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 1.9 km from Canterbury Museum in the centre of Christchurch, Inner City Luxury With Free Parking features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.1 km from Hagley Park. Good location, well equipped facilities, value for money 👍

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9.1
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Located in Twizel, Ben Ohau Villa provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. The villa has a picnic area and a hot tub. Location was private. Not a bad drive to Mt Cook.

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9.4
Superb
140 reviews
Price from
US$394
per night

Situated in Queenstown and only 4.2 km from Queenstown Event Centre, Views on Florence features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.2 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge. Great View. Had everything needed. Loved the shower.

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9.1
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$129
per night

Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The homestay offers garden views and a picnic area. Beautiful, great location, and overall welcoming.

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9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews

Located in Lake Tekapo and only 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Ahuru Mōwai provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The spacious holiday home comes with 4 separate bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Spacious house with 4 rooms and 4 bathrooms. Perfect stays for big group of people.

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9.2
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$415
per night

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