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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. Beautiful location and excellent facilities. Really enjoyed our stay.

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9.4
Superb
1,227 reviews

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. Pyke Cottage is in a convenient location in historic Clyde, within walking distance to great places to eat (Oliver’s; Three Peaks Coffee) and the beautiful Clutha River. The host, Peter, is super friendly and welcoming and makes you feel right at home, but leaves you to your privacy. The bed was really comfortable and the air conditioning was a welcome amenity on a hot Central Otago night. We had a great stay and can highly recommend the cottage for a couple or solo traveller!

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9.3
Superb
109 reviews
Price from
US$103
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. The cottage is lovely and in a great location. There were so many little extra touches that made me feel pampered. Dianne has put a lot of thought and skill into making the cottage extra special. I would highly recommend and will stay again.

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9.6
Exceptional
207 reviews
Price from
US$178
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 is very nice also with parking space ( walk around 3 mins)

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9.1
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Situated 1.7 km from Christchurch Art Gallery and 2 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. Brand new house with private gate & garage. Super clean & modern vibe

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9.1
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$116
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. Great view.Big room and good price.

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9.4
Superb
136 reviews

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. Incredible views sitting on a mountain top overlooking the lake

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9.1
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
US$130
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

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. The place was sooooo comfortable. We only stayed one night but would have loved to stay longer just to unwind from travelling. Everything a traveler needed to feel at home.

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9.3
Superb
138 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

Set in Reefton in the West Coast region, Couples Retreat offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides a garden as well as a terrace.

The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Great location, cozy and warm cottage that is well presented with great amenities, easy walking distance into town.

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9.5
Exceptional
229 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

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