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Featuring quiet street views, Amberlea Cottages features accommodation with balcony, around 1.1 km from Hokitika Beach. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Amberlea Cottages proved to be one of the best and cleanest accommodations we encountered during our road trip in the South Island. The hosts were exceptionally friendly. The kitchen was equipped with basic, good-quality cookware necessary for our stay. If you plan to stop at Hokitika, I highly recommend booking this place.

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9.4
Superb
1,228 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Boasting garden views, Pyke Cottage, Clyde offers accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 24 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor fireplace. No breakfast on-site but plenty of options in close proximity. Central to what we were travelling to experience. Comfortable well presented accommodation with extra touches. Did not disappoint.

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9.4
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Situated within 800 metres of Fiordland Cinema and 1.2 km of Te Anau Glow Worm Caves, The Mayflower Cottage provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Te Anau. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a patio. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Excellent facilities, nice location, car park, hospitality of the owner, attention to detail, ample information provided, room decoration, usefulness of the bathroom, home appliances in good condition, cosy atmosphere.

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9.6
Exceptional
216 reviews
Price from
US$197
per night

In the centre of Christchurch, located within a short distance of Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, CBD with Style and Luxury - Free Parking offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. Featuring a garden, the holiday home is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from Victoria Square, less than 1 km from Bridge of Remembrance and a 10-minute walk from The Chalice. The property is soundproof and is set 1.5 km from Hagley Park. Location, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Clean , cozy and host was responsive to queries.

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9
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$154
per night

Situated 1.7 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 1.9 km from Canterbury Museum in the centre of Christchurch, Inner City Luxury With Free Parking features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.1 km from Hagley Park. Good location, well equipped facilities, value for money 👍

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9.1
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Located in Twizel, Ben Ohau Villa provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. The villa has a picnic area and a hot tub. This property was stunning. We used it as a base for snowboarding Ohau and treble cone. The fireplace & hot tub were a massive hit for us after the hill. Star gazing was also impeccable from the back yard! We also checked out the lake nearby (recommended from the host in their welcome book) and had a quick cold water plunge. Whole experience was excellent. Comfy beds. We will be back.

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9.4
Superb
140 reviews
Price from
US$396
per night

Situated in Queenstown and only 4.2 km from Queenstown Event Centre, Views on Florence features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a patio. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.2 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge. The views are incredible and the property has everything you need for a few nights. The bathroom is a very good size and the shower is good. Nice, comfy bed and the kitchen has enough to get you by.

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9.1
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$129
per night

Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The homestay offers garden views and a picnic area. Fabulous property in fantastic location. Meticulously cared for with beautiful gardens

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9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews

Located in Lake Tekapo and only 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Ahuru Mōwai provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The spacious holiday home comes with 4 separate bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Good location , near lake tekapo

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9.2
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$403
per night

Situated in Christchurch, 5.1 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 6 km from Canterbury Museum, Beautiful home near everything! offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.5 km from Hagley Park. Comfortable, Clean, Everythings new, Complete appliances and kitchenware, A comfortable place to stay

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9.2
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

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