10/10 Excellent
Glenn P.
18 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Akaroa
Glenn P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Akaroa, Canterbury
- Akaroa Wharf1 min walk
- Akaroa Lighthouse8 min walk
- Akaroa Museum9 min walk
- Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)86 min drive
Room options
About the area
Akaroa
In Akaroa .You'll be steps from Akaroa Wharf and within a 10-minute walk of Akaroa Lighthouse. Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Akaroa Wharf - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Akaroa Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Akaroa Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Pohatu Penguin Habitat - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Giant's House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 86 min drive
Restaurants
- Akaroa Fish & Chips - 2 min walk
- L'Escargot Rouge - 1 min walk
- The Trading Rooms - 1 min walk
- Ma Maison - 9 min walk
- The Common - 10 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa
‘The Old Shipping Office’ a beautifully restored heritage building that was built in 1895. Set in the heart of Akaroa, this fully self-contained apartment is perfect for that romantic getaway, couples weekend, and of course families. With two bedrooms, our master room has a comfortable queen-sized bed, with the second room boasting a king-size bed that can be split into two singles upon request.
Property manager
Ben
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Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchenette
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Terrace
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Akaroa
Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Apartment
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Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
C M.
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Most Central Location
Ideal location for a stay in Akaroa. Everything is nearby. The wharf, dining, shopping and a great hiking trail. The property has on site parking and the interior is neat, clean and very functional.
C M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024