About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Hurunui River Retreat - Flax Cottage in Hawarden offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and a cosy seating area. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the private garden or enjoy the outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the holiday home. Convenient Amenities: The cottage includes a dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee machine. Additional amenities include a hairdryer, electric kettle, and a TV. Accessible Location: Located 87 km from Christchurch International Airport, the property provides paid on-site private parking. Reception staff speak English.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Bachcare

Company review score: 8.6Based on 6,258 reviews from 1821 properties
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Company information

Escape to your perfect NZ holiday home. We were founded in the Coromandel in 2003 and remain a proud, locally run company that loves to share the Kiwi bach experience with New Zealanders and visitors alike. We were nominated at the 2020 and 2021 Westpac Business awards for excellence in marketing and customer service delivery. Let us help you find your happy place!

Property information

With peaceful rural surroundings, warm interiors, and breathtaking mountain views, this charming cottage offers the perfect escape for couples, small families, or friends seeking a tranquil getaway. Step into a bright and welcoming open-plan living space, filled with natural light and styled with comfort in mind. Whether you’re curling up with a book, enjoying a shared meal, or simply soaking in the quiet of the countryside, Flax Cottage invites you to slow down and relax. The well-equipped kitchen provides everything you need for easy holiday dining, and the lounge opens onto a private deck - ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks while you take in the serene landscape. For an added touch of indulgence, the outdoor bath offers a blissful soak under the stars. Each of the two bedrooms is thoughtfully furnished for a restful night’s sleep, and two modern bathrooms add extra convenience -making this an easy, comfortable stay whether you're travelling as a pair or a group of four. Located just a short walk from the Hurunui River, Flax Cottage is a great base for fishing, walking, or cycling, with Brown trout and Salmon fishing spots nearby. Hanmer Springs is a scenic 40-minute drive away, perfect for a day trip of exploring, soaking in thermal pools, or indulging in local cuisine. Flax Cottage shares its site with Tussock Cottage and can be booked on its own or together with its neighbour for a larger group stay. Peaceful, private, and full of country charm - Flax Cottage is your ideal Culverden escape. Please note that there is another property on site that may be occupied during your stay. It is also available as a holiday rental through Bachcare and can be booked in conjunction with this house. You can search PID 1181880 to find that note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Neighbourhood information

The Canterbury region centres around Christchurch and spans across a large area of the Central East Coast of the South Island. It has a dramatic mix of alpine, farmland and coastal landscapes. This makes for a huge range of outdoor activities, including opportunities for skiing in Hanmer Springs, wine tasting, boating, surfing, swimming with the Hector's Dolphins in Akaroa and bungee jumping. Canterbury is a great region to explore and tick off those bucket list items New Zealand has to offer! All of our Canterbury holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hurunui River Retreat - Flax Cottage

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking

House rules

Hurunui River Retreat - Flax Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.