Ātaahua is a Christchurch bed & breakfast located in a seaside, wildlife conservation reserve - a short drive to the city centre & airport. After a busy day, escape naturally with a truly unique N.Z. holiday experience, in one of our two delightful accommodation suites – each with its own special comfort & charm. You will enjoy peace & privacy in a spectacular natural environment.
Dogs are welcome but we prefer them to be crated if inside. Reserve and walking tracks adjacent.
ACCOMMODATION:
‘Te Whare Waka’ The Boat Shed
Is a truly special romantic Christchurch hideaway, a private lovers retreat, designed with a boat theme in keeping with its waterfront setting. Perfect if you like the seclusion of your own space.
It is a separate studio, only 10m from high tide, nestled at the bottom of the native garden & surrounded by Seafield Park. The forest at the rear of Te Whare Waka is a lovely place to meander on beds of pineneedles, listening to birdsong ringa ki te ringa (hand in hand).
Facilities: A lounge area, queen bed with electric blanket & quality linen, couch converts to a double bed, TV, heater, tea/coffee, fridge, toaster & microwave. The tiled paua shell bathroom has a shower built for two, hairdryer, heater, heated towel rail, toilet & walk in wardrobe. The covered verandah is a great place to relax in the evenings.
Te Whare Waka is an ideal base for longer stays.
| Tarrif (NZ$) For a couple – including breakfast: |
| High season (1 November to 30 April) |
$250 per night, discounted to $240 two plus nights |
| Low season |
$180 per night |
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* extras $25 |
'Te Moemoeā' The Dreaming
Is located on the ground floor of the homestead, adjacent to the guest lounge with a TV & CD player.
Facilities: French doors opening to lagoon views, tea/coffee, queen bed with electric blanket & quality linen, heater, luxurious bathrobes.
The gorgeous ensuite bathroom features handmade New Zealand tiles, shower, toilet, heater, hairdryer & spa bath to soak in - heaven after hours of travel
Tarrif (NZ$) For a couple – including breakfast:
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High season (1 November to 30 April)
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$185 per night, discounted to $175 two plus nights |
| Low season |
$165 per night |
CONTACT:
Address:
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Ātaahua Bed & Breakfast
96 Harbour Road,
Brooklands,
CHRISTCHURCH,
South Island, New Zealand |
Mobile:
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021 022 62513 |
Phone:
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+64 3 329 8382 |
Email:
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enquiries@ataahuachristchurch.co.nz |
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The answer phone takes messages and your call will be returned promptly.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
- Antarctic Centre - Tiny blue penguins will delight you, the hagglund ride will terrify you, the snow & ice room will freeze you - but where else in the world could you visit a working Antarctic centre.
- Willowbank Wildlife Park and Ko Tane - See kiwis in their natural habitat on a night tour, dine at their restaurant & enjoy the cultural performance
- Lyttelton Harbour - The collapsed crater of a volcano. Drive through the tunnel to a now trendy working port village crammed with historic cottages. On Saturdays arrive early for the Farmers Market – sample free tasty gourmet morsels. Have a hot chocolate to die for, then walk to the information centre for help with timetables for a cruise on the harbour or Timeball Station for top-of-the-tower views. Soak up the tiny & now expensive historic cottages, some bought on the internet by people overseas wanting a seaside holiday home. Have a trendy cafe coffee before heading to the Gondola, at the entrance to the Lyttelton tunnel. Stay up there a while, then a short drive to the right is Sumner beach.
- Akaroa on Banks Peninsular - We are disappointed that visitors miss seeing this paradise. Words simply can’t describe the absolutely beautiful drive over to the peninsular (1 ½ hours) Stop at Barrys Bay Cheese factory. Akaroa is Julie’s favouite place on the planet – a picturesque French village – even the streets have French names. Harbour cruises, swiming with the dolphins, horse trekking, wineries, galleries – plenty to make an enjoyable day out. A few degrees hotter than Christchurch so take your sunhat & sunscreen.
- Waipara Wineries - Mura works during the winter in a Waipara vineyard. - about 45 minutes from Ātaahua - there are lots of wineries so take the tasting easy!
- Hanmer Springs - An easy day trip. Natural hot pools that are a real attraction. Bunjy jumping, jet boat rides, bush walks
- Gardens and Golf - Near Ātaahua there are vibrant gardens open to the public and golf courses for those that like to chase after small white balls on huge areas of grass.
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