The Region that is fresh each day, offering a variety of experiences, famous for its succulent lamb, incredible contrasts, wide open spaces, hot air ballooning, high mountains, braided fishing rivers and high country lakes.
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| RH192 |
Waiau (Hanmer Springs 35 min) farm stay, rolling country sheep and cattle, handy state highway 7 (Lewis Pass route). Host interests: Show horses, competitive dog trailing, gardening, community involvement.
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G2* |
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3 twin
share bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH004 |
Greta Valley(0 km) situated just off State Highway 1, 60 min drive ex Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Farm stay, large rolling country sheep & cattle handy to award winning Waipara Vineries, Weka Pass Railway & thermal hot pools at Hanmer. Host interests: sport, rugby, tramping, bowls, tennis, fishing, garden, cooking and reading.
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G1 |
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1 king with on suite bathroom
2 queen rooms with ensuite bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH008 |
Okuku (Rangiora 20 km) situated on Scenic route Highway 72. Country lifestyle stay with deer surrounded by sheep farms. Mountain views, handy to Waipara wineyards, Weka Pass Railway, Mt Thomas walks. Hosts interests include rugby, fishing, hunting, bee keeping, nursing, garden, cooking, family.
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G2 |
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1 queen with on suite bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 2 |
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| RH009 |
Oxford (6 km) Rolling country sheep, cattle alapcas, pigs, chickens & ducks. Handy to inland scenic Highway 72, native bush walks, fishing rivers, golf courses. Host interests: garden, cheese making, fishing & hunting.
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G2 |
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1 king with on suite
1 queen with on suite
1 double. share bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH069 |
Oxford (25 km) flat country sheep farm, situated West Eyreton handy to inland scenic Highway 72, fishing rivers, golf courses. Host interests: golf, real estate, tramping, crafts, community involvement.
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G1 Country lodge
Swimming pool |
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2 king with on suite bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 4 |
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| RH021 |
Rangiora (2 km), large farm stay, dairy. Host interests: garden, rugby, cooking, grand children
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G2 |
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1 queen
2 twin
1 single
SC unit with 1 queen
Maximum number of guests: 7 |
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| RH023 |
Rangiora (6 km, Christchurch 30 km) farm stay, sheep and dairy. Host interests: rugby, all sport, movies, reading and travel.
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G1 |
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1 super king
1 double
1 double and 1 single
3 guest bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 7 |
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Christchurch
Welcome to Christchurch, where you can experience fresh unique experiences each and every day.
Christchurch, the garden city of New Zealand, with its old English charm, offers fresh excitement, fresh attractions and activities for the visitor each day.
Christchurch Airport is the international tourism gateway to New Zealand's South Island.
Visit a whole host of museums, art galleries, go punting on the beautiful Avon River, take the tram around the inner city, enjoy fine shopping facilities, visit the sandy beaches or play golf at one of many fine courses that surround the city. Visit a wildlife park, ride the breath taking Gondola or have lunch
at a local vineyard.
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| RH208 |
Christchurch (5 min of central city) home stay in leafy upmarket Merivale. Host interests include: politics, sport, cooking
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G1- 2 level unit
Native outdoor garden
Out door spa |
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1 king/twin with on suite bathroom
1 queen with share guest bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 4 |
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| RH246 |
Christchurch (15 min of central city) home stay in upmarket Fendalton. Host interests: gardening, fishing, education, catering.
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| Key |
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G1- 2 level home |
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1 double
1 twin
share guest bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 4 |
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| RH071 |
Darfield (10km) situated Homebush, on inland scenic route 72, 60 min, drive west of Christchurch. Farm stay, sheep, handy to Arthurs Pass route 73 and Rakaia Gorge, high country lakes and rivers. Host interests: golf, jet boating, aviation, garden, sport & family activities.
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G1 SC Unit
Extensive garden & trees |
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1 double with ensuite
2 single
Maximum number of guests: 4 |
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| RH031 |
Hororata (State Highway 73 at Darfield 15 min, Christchurch 50 min west of) farm stay, grazing sheep and dairy cattle, mixed crop farming. Handy to trout fishing rivers and high country lakes, also Southern Alps mountain range. Host interests: Lions Club, Local Govt, golf, nursing, garden tours, rugby and travel.
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G2 |
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2 queen
1 twin
Separate guest bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH043 |
Sheffield (5 min, Darfield 15 km, Christchurch 50 min) country stay with a few sheep, handy state highway 73. Outstanding views of the nearby Southern Alps mountain range, handy golf course, fishing rivers and high country lakes. Host interests: rugby, politics, art, tennis, golf and travel.
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G1 |
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1double
1 twin
1 single
Guest share bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 5
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| RH170 |
Akaroa area (20 min), hill country, farm stay, with sheep and cattle situated picturesque Okains Bay. Local sandy beach, Maori and Colonial history. Host interests: scuba diving, conservation, sport, wood turning, bridge and gardening.
Premium rates apply to this property.
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G2 - Villa |
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3 queen
2 twin
1 ensuite
1 private & 1 guest share bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 8 |
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Ashburton
Stretching from the spectacular Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean, the Ashburton area offers the complete Kiwi experience. A wide range of crops are grown in the wider area as well as Ashburton is known for the numbers of sheep the area farms. Enjoy breathtaking views of mountains and plains from a hot air balloon, or ski stunning snow covered slopes. Have a go at river rafting for the thrill of a lifetime, or fish for salmon or trout in one of the many world famous rivers. Or just relax and enjoy a round of golf at one of five spectacular golf courses. Ashburton, 'whatever it takes', is located just a one hour plus drive south of Christchurch and offers all this and much more.
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| RH193 |
Methven (10 min, Ashburton 40 min) farm stay, sheep and crops, situated handy to Mt Hutt ski field, hot air ballooning, jet boating and Rakaia River (trout and salmon fishing). Host interests: bowls, golf, bridge, gardening, harness racing.
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G2 - Villa |
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1 king
1 queen
1 twin
Guest share bathroom
Spa
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH014 |
Methven (11 km), farm stay, rolling country sheep, lamb fattening, cattle, situated close to Mt Hutt and Rakaia Gorge. Host interests: sport and gardening
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| Key |
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G2 |
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2 twin, share bathroom
sc with 1 queen & 1 single
Maximum number of guests: 7 |
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| RH022 |
Methven (1 km), farm stay, sheep and crops. Host interests: Lions Club, bowls, garden, music, church, arts and crafts
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G1 |
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1 queen, ensuite bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 2
Extensive gardens nearby mountain views |
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| RH017 |
Mt Somers (45 min inland from Ashburton) farm stay, rolling hill country sheep, beef cattle and deer. Hosts interests: golf, politics, history, art, culture, cooking, food and wine.
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G1 |
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3 queen rooms
Share guest bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH157 |
Ashburton (5 km) farm stay grazing deer and some sheep. Host interests: golf, skiing, weaving, arts and crafts, gardening, travel
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G1 |
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1 triple (queen & single)
3 twin
1 single
guest share bathrooms
Maximum number of guests: 10 |
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| RH039 |
Ashburton (15 km) farm stay, handy to State Highway 1, sheep, coats and crops. Hosts interests: music, reading, garden, foster parents.
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G1 |
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1 queen
2 twin
Share guest bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 6 |
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| RH030 |
Ashburton (19 km) farm stay, sheep, dairy grazers and crops. Host interests: garden, Lions Club
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G1 |
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2 king
1 double
Share guest bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 6
Extensive garden |
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| RH111 |
Ashburton (8 km) farm stay, deer. Host interests: fishing, jet boating, spinning, gardening.
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G2* |
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1 triple
1 twin
Share bathroom
Maximum number of guests: 5 |
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| RH015 |
Ashburton (12 km) farm stay, deer and sheep. Host interests: Rotary Member, indoor bowls, crafts
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G1 |
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1 double
1 twin
Guest share bathroom
Maxmum number of guests: 4
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