Love Akaroa Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
+33 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Love Akaroa Retreat in Akaroa offers a holiday home with one bedroom and two bathrooms. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and an open-air bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the stay. Modern Amenities: Guests can enjoy sea views, air-conditioning, and a balcony. The living room includes a fireplace and streaming services. The kitchen is equipped with a coffee machine, microwave, and dishwasher. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dining area, and free toiletries. Convenient Facilities: The property offers free on-site private parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and laundry service. An outdoor seating area and outdoor dining area provide relaxing spaces. Local Attractions: Akaroa Beach is a 12-minute walk away. Hiking opportunities are available nearby. Christchurch International Airport is 86 km from the retreat. Highly rated by guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    “Stunning apartment high above Akaroa town. Great facilities, lovely big outdoor terrace, very comfortable bed, Cinema room and Netflix available”
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    “The property is in a stunning location. The surroundings are quiet and were just what we needed. The kitchen is great and allows for a quiet evening in after a day of walking. We were lucky to also have wonderful weather.”
  • Adrian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely house, lovely location! The house was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with plenty of nice touches from bathroom soaps to lots of coffee / tea options.”
  • Bernadette
    Ireland Ireland
    “Location was fantastic with beautiful mountain and sea views.”
  • Dennis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing property.. so spacious and every small detail taken care of.”
  • Jane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It looked exactly as it did in the photos, and was just as fabulous as expected.”
  • Neil
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful location, with lovely views. A short walk to the beach and great restaurants and pub. The property is very nicely furnished and very spacious. We slept well and enjoyed exploring around Akaroa.”
  • Jane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was very peaceful and loved the bird life plus the great movie room setup 👍”
  • Leigh
    Australia Australia
    “This is an amazingly luxurious property. very spacious with great views. bedding was clean and comfortable. would definitely recommend to others.”
  • Meyers
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “I loved the bath on the balcony especially good for star gazing”

Host Information

9
Host review score
Love Akaroa Retreat is a luxury escape for 1-2 adults. It is tastefully furnished and features a retro cinema room. Relax at the end of the day with your favourite movie and popcorn, in a purpose made cinema room for 2. The retreat is located on a hill overlooking the native bush and the ocean. Love Akaroa has a beautiful master bedroom with ensuite, and the deck off that bedroom features an outdoor bath from which you can gaze at the stars at night, or listen to the native birds by day. The large kitchen/living area opens out onto a large terrace featuring an outdoor lounge suite and dining setting from which to enjoy the surroundings. The kitchen is fully equipped for self catering, with tea, coffee and popcorn making facilities provided. As well as the ensuite, there is a second bathroom featuring a rugby shower.
Claire and Nigel first discovered the idea of a 'couples' retreat when they found themselves needing a break from their busy professional lives and their four children! We took over the Love Hanmer Retreat in 2016, and, based on it's success, we opened the Love Punakaiki Retreat in 2017. We love the feedback of our customers and we love the concept of people relaxing in our properties that each pride themselves in a certain point of difference.... something you wouldn't necessarily get to do at home. At Love Akaroa, that is sitting in the retro cinema room for two, enjoying a movie, or soaking in the outdoor bath under the stars.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Love Akaroa Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Love Akaroa Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.