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The Outlook by Tiny Away

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Marina
Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Charteris Bay, Canterbury
  • Port Hills
    20 min drive
  • Orton Bradley Park
    4 min drive
  • Rolleston Station
    48 min drive
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    57 min drive

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About the area

Charteris Bay

When you stay at this vacation home in Charteris Bay, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Quail Island and Church Bay. .This vacation home is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 21.3 mi (34.2 km) from Sumner Beach.

What's nearby

  • Lyttelton Harbour - 30 min drive
  • Christchurch Gondola - 31 min drive
  • New Brighton Beach - 64 min drive
  • Sumner Beach - 66 min drive
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 78 min drive

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 48 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture Lyttelton - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Lyttelton Seafoods - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Sign of the Kiwi - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Christchurch Gondola - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Outlook by Tiny Away

Summary:
Welcome to The Outlook! The ultimate holiday homes NZ escape with the true essence of the name of Aotearoa, veiled in white clouds on early winter mornings, whereas the summer gives the full 19 hours of breathtaking landscape and tranquillity at Charteris Bay.

Explore the sea to catch a sight of dolphins, or go fishing for your early morning meal. It's a great, cozy place to start your explorations of Canterbury.

The Space:
The Outlook by Tiny Away is one of the best tiny house rentals in Canterbury Region - South Island New Zealand, nestled beneath a classic stile-stilt tower, surrounded by lush bushland and birdlife, and with a frontal view of the sea entrance to Lyttelton Harbour.

Church Bay, Governors Bay, Diamond Harbour Ferry, Christchurch Riverside Market, and Ilam Gardens are just a few of the nearby attractions.

It's a cozy 139 square-feet tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. The bathroom, however, follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use.

If you plan to spend your holiday homes NZ escape here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you!

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surroundings, including our house deck and garden, except perhaps other nearby residences. We strongly advise guests not to cross or trespass on the property of other nearby residents.

There are over 20 walking trails within walking distance of the tiny house, but if you're looking for a challenge, we have some walks that take more than 4 hours to complete.

The Neighborhood:
The Outlook by Tiny Away sits in the quiet suburbs of Charteris Bay, Canterbury - South Island New Zealand. A small suburb that's just a 45 minute drive away from Christchurch and situated between Governors Bay and Diamond Harbour Ferry, around Church Bay, known for its walking trails, tranquil neighborhoods, and friendly locals.

A rural band and one of the best tiny house rentals with rich history, from old volcanos to fascinating nature attractions like walking trails with lush celery trees, birdlife, and a curious walk through formations of trapped lava walls close to town.

Our local recommendations:

- The Sign of the Bellbird is a tourist site in Christchurch that offers panoramic mountain and sea views.
- Halswell Quarry offers walking, biking, orienteering, picnicking, and sister city gardens.
- Orton Bradley Park is a forest park with campsites, picnic areas, walking trails, and a nearby cafe in the area.
- Port Hills in Christchurch is a beautiful range of hills in Canterbury that are ideal for bushwalking, running, and mountain biking trails of all skill levels.
- Riverside Market Christchurch is a fresh farmers' market with numerous boutiques in the area, just 38 minutes away from the tiny house.

Getting Around:
By car:

- We can arrange a pick up and drop off at the guest's expense, but if host is available then no charge. If you're interested, please contact your land host 24 hrs in advance to make arrangements.

By public transport:

- From Lytelton, you can take a ferry or bus. But, we recommend guests to travel by private vehicle for easy access to and from the property and other nearby attractions.

Other Things to Note:
- Firewood costs $10 per pail
- No smoking allowed on the property
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Mobile reception is good with Vodafone, 2degrees, and Spark
- Please note that this is a PET-FRIENDLY property, and pet policies will be sent prior to arrival
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge

Important note:

- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our cassette toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.

Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a microwave.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tiny Away

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In the suburbs
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 155 sq ft (14 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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The Outlook by Tiny Away Reviews

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Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

We did not stay here as we lost our way and where such a long way from where we to stay we just went home. We where really looking forward to it . We are also disappointed we could not get our money back at least some would be appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect tiny escape
Perfect way to get away for a bit, experience the unique tiny lifestyle with everything you need. Beautiful views, warm and cosy. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023