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Unique Farm stay cottage

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Fireplace
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Shower, towels, toilet paper
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

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

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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
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 51 min drive
  • Christchurch Gondola - 53 min drive
  • New Brighton Beach - 101 min drive
  • Sumner Beach - 103 min drive

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 Farm stay cottage

The Stables 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, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop.
This cottage offers designated smoking areas.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

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
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 (up to 55 lbs per pet)

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 Farm stay cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simone V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property
Great stay.. stunning location. Rustic and unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jayson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cool random little place
Really cool little place good value for money Only a couple minor things they could improve on the mattress isn’t good the shower temperature wall over the place and the soaps were basically empty at the sink which is all minor things but good setting and good value
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil retreat
Rustic and charming cottage tucked away in the head of port levy. Very peaceful and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Oozing with rustic charm
The converted cottage has been curiously constructed with what seems like not a single straight line in the place. While the facilities sre not overly modern, we weren't left wanting for more - which was lucky as the heavens opened and leaving the cozy log fire was not that appealing in any case ! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ok
Was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily O.

Liked: Cleanliness
great experience at Port Levy
This was a great place to stay, the drive over to Akoroa the next day was a bit hair raising however!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic escape!
Mike is an excellent host and both the property and the location are great! Don't expect all the mod cons because this is a rustic escape to simply switch off! We did find the bed to be quite uncomfortable, unfortunately, but the stars at night were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely farm cottage
Lovely cottage and kind host thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hibernation hideaway
Our second time here and will be back. Such a perfect hideaway for a few days recharging. Lovely and cosy. Its very rustic in style but has everything needed for a few days off grid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Raewyn T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was ok time of year didn’t help
Time of year didnt help our stay here. As window in bathroom didnt close and gaps around window in loft room with mattress on floor and not able to stand up bedding felt like it wasn’t washed from last time , coffee was hard luckily we took our own. I did love the rustic look however it was a bit too rustic no one slept well. Lovely owner .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
The perfect farm stay and so beautifully and rustically restored! Peaceful, with everything one needs for a relaxing 'get away from it all' getaway. "Perfectly imperfect"! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsa d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky and unique
This little place will not be everybody’s cup of tea, but for me loving anything old and presented so beautifully it was the perfect farmstay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Property was beautiful! Great views, comfy bed. The cabin is amazing and really well equipped. The host was fantastic and helpful. Very cute dog on the property. Would recommend 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tidy and quiet
Secluded, quiet location. Great for some time away from internet and cellphone reception. Well equipped kitchen and tidy modern amenities for an old cabin. Cosy loft area with extra beds. Air can be a little chilly at night but beds are warm with lots of extra blankets/duvets available, and there are plenty of heaters. You may hear possums on the roof in the night. Road in from one direction (Port Levy) was a bit churned up by logging trucks when we visited, but the road in the other direction (Little River) was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique farm stay
Just loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lia d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Port Levy haven
we (grandparents, 2 grandsons and dog) all enjoyed our stay at the old stables. We loved the quirky building, the peaceful environment, the ambiance. we appreciate the attention to detail, with all the vintage items that decorate this cosy place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Volkmar W.

History
Nice old Bach…..some improvements would be great….old kitchen equipement, left over glases….an investment of about nzd300 would raise the level
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace L., Dunedin, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rustic NZ
Thanks so much Mike, we had a lovely time staying in the old wood shed stables. The work gone into this space is awesome, gorgeous native timber, insulated walls and ceiling at least, comfortable bed with electric blankets, hot shower, coal range stove used with wood, electric heaters if required also. We stayed in wintery july in stormy weather and we were toasty warm. Beautiful spot to just read books, play cards, have some wine n cheese etc. Close to DOC walks up on the ridge with old tōtara rejuvenating forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, loved it.
Really cool place, perfect quiet getaway with a scenic drive to shops etc and walks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful stay!
Loved the place, rustic and remote, very quiet, Mike was lovely. Cold at night but it was winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simonette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
This is a quaint cottage, tucked away in a beautiful forest clearing. It was welcoming, comfortable and warm. Mike was a good host. We will certainly come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Pictures don't do it justice, we had an amazing 2 night stay with our wee dog. So peaceful, the landscape is amazing for adventure walks, and no TV meant we spent time just hanging out. No kids with us, but I'm sure they would find the loft bedroom that opens out onto the back upper deck super fun. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rally good, beautiful wee spot
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Wonderful little spot. Mike was a fantastic host. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Rustic Getaway
Great spot to getaway for a couple of days. The old rustic cottage has been fitted-out with a modern kitchen & bathroom, and some insulation, with a few heaters thrown in for good measure. Great if you want something a little more than a DOC hut and are used to being in the great outdoors. Loved the loft for the kids - best for primary school age, although there is a secure gate that does enable it for use by toddlers, as we did. Close enough to the farm house if you need assistance yet visually separated. Well sheltered - if you want a view down to Port Levy there is another cottage on this property which has one.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023