Manaaki Mai, Rustic Retreat Bush Cabin

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.7

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Manaaki Mai, Rustic Retreat Bush Cabin in Christchurch offers a luxury tent experience with sea views. The property features a sun terrace, lush garden, and an open-air bath. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy a hot tub, balcony, outdoor furniture, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include a private check-in and check-out service, paid shuttle, electric vehicle charging station, outdoor seating, picnic area, and bicycle parking. Prime Location: Located 43 km from Christchurch International Airport, the property is near attractions such as Christchurch Railway Station (34 km), Christchurch Art Gallery (35 km), and Hagley Park (35 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the property for its scenic location and excellent facilities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • BBQ facilities

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Kassandra
Switzerland Switzerland
“Incredible location off the grid. Breathtaking view to wale up to in the morning!”
Lucy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Stunning location, very comfortable little cabin, awesome having the use of the BBQ and crockery supplies. A very unique and memorable escape!”
Nathan
New Zealand New Zealand
“Comfortable and very relaxing not to to far from the shops the local bay, plenty of walking tracks and christchurch 40kms away. but just a short walk into the bush provides a comfortable clean and warm well put together little bush hut with a...”
Mcbrydie
New Zealand New Zealand
“The perfect quiet location in nature was the perfect start to our Xmas holidays”
Bella
New Zealand New Zealand
“The lovely nature calls in the evening and morning accompanied the steaming bath wonderfully. Along with the stunning sun set and sun rise the serenity has hardly left my mind. Paul is a great bloke showed us around and gave us a perfect in-depth...”
Kate
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very unique and part of nature, feels a world away from town”
Sam
New Zealand New Zealand
“It was just how we pictured it would be, a true kiwi bush hit with a few awesome bonus features, like the bbq and outdoor gas bath, the view of the harbour was stunning in the day and was lit up like a Christmas tree over night, the river right...”
Chelsie
New Zealand New Zealand
“The host was very accommodating and passionate about educating us on the conversation efforts around the area. Paul recommended some amazing walks within the property which led us to the most incredible valley. Olive is also amazing.”
Joanne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location and well furnished - had everything you needed!”
Hannah
New Zealand New Zealand
“The rustic cabin was outstanding! Warm bath outdoors was a total luxury, and a quick tour around the cabin from Paul had me all set up for a very relaxing evening. Fresh water provided. Best sleep I’d had all week!”

Hosted by Andrea and Paul

9.5
Host review score
Andrea and Paul
Manaaki Mai, Rustic Retreat is a proper outdoor hut experience. There is no electricity but you will enjoy a luxurious soak, under the stars, in our gas fired outdoor bath. Inside the hut, which is tiny; you'll find a solar power light, and a snuggly warm duvet and blanket to keep you warm. The experience is completed with the composting loo approximately 100 metres up the hill and if you are extra lucky, you may need your gumboots to cross the stream if it is running!
'Manaaki whenua, manaaki tangata, haere whakamua' means care for the land, care for the people, look to the future. Paul and I are passionate about the land on which Manaaki Mai is situated. We consider ourselves kaitiaki (guardians) of the land and our aim is to preserve and conserve the land and the stream by replanting and extending the native bush. This will in turn bring back more birds and native species and also help ensure clean water is making its way into our harbour. We LOVE sharing Manaaki Mai and encourage all people who stay with us to make the most of the 50 acres of tussock grassland, native bush, olive groves, orchards, rocky bluffs and magnificent views.
Diamond Harbour has a cafe/bar which is a handy place for meals, coffee etc., but a short ferry ride to Lyttelton will provide a vast array of entertainment, cafes and bars.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Manaaki Mai, Rustic Retreat Bush Cabin takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 21:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Manaaki Mai, Rustic Retreat Bush Cabin 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.

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