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Unique Character Farm Stay

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Port Levy, Canterbury
  • Tree Crop Farm
    30 min drive
  • Lyttelton Harbour
    51 min drive
  • Sumner Beach
    103 min drive
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    85 min drive

Room options

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Exterior

The Overleigh Shearers Quarters

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
The price is AU$150
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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About the area

Port Levy

With a stay at this cottage in Port Levy, you'll be 26.9 mi (43.3 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Ripapa Island. .This cottage is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Lake Forsyth and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Church Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Banks Peninsula - 31 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 51 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Christchurch Gondola - 53 min drive - 45.0 km
  • New Brighton Beach - 101 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Sumner Beach - 103 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 78 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The One Next Door - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Chalfont Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Harbour Dairy - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Tavern - ‬28 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.

Unique Character Farm Stay

Shearers Quarters is a self contained cottage set in Chelston Farm. It is a unique slice of New Zealand farming history. It has a beautiful private outlook with the sights and sounds of the country. It is a unique opportunity to stay in a cottage with all the modern comforts and beautiful views. Close to native bush, abundant bird life and all grades of walking from the fit to the frail. Established gardens, wonderful elevated views out to sea. Absolute seclusion peace and natural beauty.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include an electric kettle and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Mike

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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
2 total pets

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 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
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

Unique Character Farm Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Haven
If you want to get away from the rat race and enjoy peace and serenity, this is the place for you. A cozy farm cottage with an amazing view. Enjoy the bird life right outside your door. The decor is homely, and the cottage has all the amenities you need. The hosts were very welcoming. Abowvrewelcoming a
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful and quiet
The wee cottage is beautiful and peaceful - extremely dog friendly and welcoming. Sitting with morning coffee with the double doors wide open looking out at the valley and ocean in distance was bliss. We were surprised at how warm it was for the beginning of winter and Mike the owner is so easy going
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Paradise
An idyllic retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Perfect peace, void of the sound of traffic, just birdsong and a picturesque valley view. Congenial host. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing - Take a good book and chill
We had a great time at Mike's place, very peaceful with bellbirds at the doorstep, and lovely walks only 10mins drive away. We will definately be back, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool rustic farm stay
Mike made us feel welcome. Really enjoyed our stay in the old shearer's hut. Heaps of bellbirds in lovely regenerating bush farmland settling
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Trudie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Wonderful spot for an easy and relaxing stay. Lovely to be able to have our dogs with us. Hosts super helpful. Will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Stunning remote location for a weekend getaway and we loved every minute of it. Host Mike is very friendly, we would recommend this place to stay and will be back for sure :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arpo D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Perfect wee home to stay at. In the heart of the hills listening to native birds all night also a wee river, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace & quiet
i loved staying here...i think it was the peace and quiet and nature aspects
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Farmstay
Excellent secluded spot with all necessities. Mike very easy going with my curious whippet, who also loved her stay. The view, birds and wildlife was so peaceful. I could not get mobile phone connection, which i did not mind. Comfy and rustic. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Away from the world
Amazing location, allows one to get away completely and just relax. Replacing the tired curtains will make the cottage even better. Mike is a lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Susie-lee G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Quiet isolated property with a beautiful drive coming in, however exterior photos do not match the reality of the property, awesome building love the history could do with some tlc and we would definitely come back again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

fraser b.

Liked: Cleanliness
City escape
Lovely place to stay and escape the city. Mike is an interesting hospitable host, layed back and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mw
Very quiet and restful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Premjit T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb, Fantastic, Excellent
Can't stop praising Mike (the owner) and his amazing farm! This is heaven. Paradise. Added to our most favorites' list. So so nice. Will be back for many more times. Lucky to have found this.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

barry m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Such a beautiful spot, photos didn't do it justice it was so much more lovely, helped that it was 2 stunning days with warm sun on the porch, no outdoor fire pit anymore but very cosy and warm in hut with heaters for heating. Mike is very friendly and helpful. Comfy bed and another double bed with the pull out couch. Very easy, clear directions to follow :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful
Lovely restful night. Stress free stay. Owner very welcoming. Able to wonder anywhere on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Location
Really enjoyed our stay in such a unique location in a warm and cosy Bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
An adventure
Nice owner. Road damaged by logging trucks. Shower decent pressure but heat came and went. No luxuries, but comfortable nostalgia.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Connie v.

Quiet and peaceful
Property on the hill looking down to the sea. Nice view. Wee cottage a proper "Kiwiana" kind of bach. It was just peaceful and chill out. Nice to get away from everything. Mike, the host, is very friendly and helpful, very welcoming. A nice person. The other rental on the property is really cool, wouldn't mind a stay in there also. Good weekend - family came to stay one night with us, great to catch up with them. Thank you very much for your hospitality Mike.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
Mike is a super host, always happy to help and very welcoming. The Chelston property is a beautiful lifestyle block with historical buildings and antique bits and bobs thoughtfully displayed around the property. I had an amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We so LOvE this place!
Its now our sercet, so we really dont want to share, we are going to keep coming back for weekends away and the proposed motorbike tours around Banks Peninsula.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautifully located area in port levy, very much enjoyed our stay with my partner and large bulldog. Mike was so helpful always knew where he was if we needed anything or had any questions but also gave us so much privacy and made us comfortable on our short stay, very easy to deal with and friendly will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most tranquil place I have ever stayed
This spot is amazing, the photos do not do it justice. We were spoilt with amazing weather, went for a short drive to port levy wharf and went for a swim. Property has everything you need with plenty of places to explore. Mike was great! Love your slice of paradise!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzy t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and relaxing spot
The photos don't do justice to how lovely the property is.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023