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The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Akaroa, Banks Peninsula
  • Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Akaroa Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Akaroa Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song

Perched in the bush and only 30 metres from the sea, this cosy split-level house offers a peaceful relaxing setting, complemented by a large deck and a great view. This property is an original bach and offers great value and a simple holiday experience.

This property is in within 15 minutes easy flat stroll or 2 minutes’ drive down to the centre of the village of Akaroa and all it offers, and is well suited to those wanting to explore the beautiful Bank Peninsula region.

Tourist activities include both dolphin watching and swimming with dolphins, guided kayaking, fishing and swimming, hiking, walks and a relaxed village around which you can just stroll and enjoy the views, the people, the atmosphere...

There’s a good children’s playground if travelling with children, beaches for playing in and a pleasant drive by car to the outer bays of the Peninsula will find some nice surf beaches. Banks Peninsula even has a couple of hidden surfing spots which are world renown. The village also boasts a decent sized supermarket, many cafes, and a host of wonderful restaurants. The safe bay also offer great walks and hikes, along with boutique shopping, galleries, wineries and the famous Barry Point cheese factory.

Akaroa is 1,5 hours from Christchurch city, and has a regular mini-bus service operating between Christchurch City, and both the International and Domestic airports if you’re arriving from another city.
Special conditions:
Parking for 2 cars.
Access is via a steep but short path up to house from car park
Sorry no TV here. Wifi is present.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); You can hire them thru the property manager and this payment is away from the site.

Property manager

Akaroa Rental Homes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Akaroa

Akaroa is home to this holiday home. Akaroa Lighthouse and Giant's House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Ellangowan. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Giant's House - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Linton The Giant House - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akaroa Fish & Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪L'Escargot Rouge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Trading Rooms - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Treehut: perched in the Bush with bird song located?

Situated in Akaroa, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Akaroa Lighthouse and Akaroa Wharf. Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 135 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yamile T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome wee Bach
Great location and beautiful birdsong!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yamile T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Akaroa retreat!
We had a lovely holiday in Akaroa, the house is located in a very nice area surrounded by birds. Beach access excellent for a paddle. Highly recommend it, the only issue was the sheets did not fit properly the beds, they are listed as doubled but they may be queen size.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place with Character
It was a well heated and a very comfortable place to stay in the winter. Beautiful scenery with lots of nature around. Would recommend for a relaxing weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anna d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this perfectly located bach and would happily stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Rosie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and great location
Made for a relaxing break with easy location and well-supplied house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bev R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the Track
Lovely location, almost you could think that the busyness of Akaroa wasn't there. Just the beauty of the surrounds.Loved the birds and their song.Just one issue was the condition of the mattress of the right hand bedroom. It was very uncomfortable and needs to be replaced.We had heavy rain while we were there, the gutters need to be cleaned as they were overflowing.Thanks for sharing this space with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, gre
Beautiful setting, great property, felt comfortable & at home. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyla N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway from chch
Beautiful views and lovely home. Great place to have a bbq at sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing short stay
The house was a great location within easy access to everything. There is a beautiful view and great bird song. The peace and quiet was wonderful. Only negative was no blind on bathroom window or large window just outside the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Britta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic retreat
A lovely location in a traditional unmodernised bach with great views across the harbour. Great walk along the waterfront and through the nearby gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Weekend
Sweet little, relaxed place with a beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Basic but nice unit & close to water, bring own linen is a hassle but seems to be fairly common now
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Akaroa
Lovely setting with balcony and views over the inlet. Ideal base for walking and kayaking and close to facilities in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
The house has a great view over the harbour. It is up some steep outdoor steps, but the view at the top is worth it. I should have read the instructions more carefully before I left, because I needed to buy some duvet covers on the road down. It is a beautiful family batch that is fully stocked (except for soap in the bathroom, but I think that was an oversight.)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Great views and lovely Bach with heaps of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late summer retreat
Loved our stay in this fabulously positioned 1960s/70s wooden spacious family Bach. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prime spot
Lovely stay in a quintessential kiwi bach. The view and birdsong was so special!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot with uninterrupted seaview
Lovely quiet location with beautiful view of the harbour and birdsong to enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chill as
So comfortable and laid back, we had a lovely time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fabulous break away
Wonderful wee bach in the bush surrounded by native bird song and view of the ocean, Really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Charming place with lots of timber and lovely warm blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Randall H N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and great birds
Older home in need of TLC but have stayed many times because of all the good it offers.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Break
Amazing stay for me and my mum who was visiting from the UK. Couldn't fault it. Amazing place. Amazing views. Super clean. All the best things!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush Retreat
Very cosy with great sea views. The shower was good, beds were comfortable and the bach had a nice feel about it. Both paths up to the bach were a little challenging but we enjoyed our stay. Would come back again, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Akaroa Rental Homes

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What makes this property unique

Just off waterfront up a quiet shared driveway. Totally removed for the hussle and bussle

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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