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Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Woodend, Canterbury
  • Lake Pukaki
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Woodend

Seaside stay .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this villa, you'll find Kaiapoi Food Forest and Kaiapoi Dog Park. Geisha Road Amenity Area and Aqualand New Zealand are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Pukaki - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hagley Park - 19 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 19 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 20 min drive - 23.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 21 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Flat White Cafe and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Artisan by Rangiora Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Eight Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kaiapoi Fish & Chips & Burgers - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus.

Large modern villa with ranch sliders from all living areas to access wrap around verandah and beautiful established gardens and lawns. Enjoy the amazing sunsets and night sky gazing. Nearby Woodend beach is great for swimming in summer and the woodland beach reserve trail can be walked or biked from Woodend all the way through Pegasus to Waikuku. The home's quiet rural setting with established trees and gardens, contains an abundance of natives and introduced species including mature Rhododendrons, Camelias, Pin oaks, Maples, Dogwoods, flowering Cherries, Roses and Hydrangeas, and provides a haven for native birds. Listen for the tui , fantail , quail and pheasant's call. With a rural outlook on all sides , but 5 minutes from the main highway and just 5 - 10 minutes from Kaiapoi, Woodend and Rangiora townships. The best of both worlds!

Property manager

margiebr3

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Property is also known as

Sandhill Gardens Rural Retreat Woodend
Sandhill Gardens Rural Retreat Private vacation home
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Sandhill Gardens Retreat, close to Rangiora, Woodend ,Kaiapoi and Pegasus. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trinity South Christchurch B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Great stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The house and location was perfect for what we needed , would 100% recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynda b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodend stay
Loved it!Great place. great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
New years family escape
Fantastic house, good sized bedrooms, large bathrooms, multiple spacious communal areas. Great communication. Would love to come back, there is so much to do in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Highly recommend!
We will definitely be back if we are ever in the area again. Margaret was amazing. Everything was well organised, and the rooms were spotless, with fresh linens. We were impressed by how clean and well-maintained everything was. If you are looking for a clean, welcoming, and well-kept place to stay, this is the spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our wonderful house stay
Our party consisted of 5 adults. Check in was organized and quick through email. Entering the property we were all amazed with the accommodation. 2 bedrooms had on-suits( 1 upstairs, 1 downstairs with the other bathroom for 2 other rooms. 1 spare toilet downstairs. This property would be one I'd happily stay in again and live permanently in. We all loved the covered in veranda, having tea and breakfast their each day.. The fire heated the whole house.. please take the time to enjoy this wonderful house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
What an amazing property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne R S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Retreat
A private area , Lots of rooms & bathrooms for all , close to main highway to Christchurch & local beaches , singke glazed , wear earplugs at night , great hosts very clean & inviting , lovely vases of flowers thoughtfully arranged , conservative french country style.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ineke R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property
Great location, you feel well away from everyting, but you are only 10mins from Rangiora. So much space in the house, great layout, everything you need. Awesome place to sray.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
I didn't stay here, my brother, his partner, my daughter and her 4 children did. I have rated the property on their comments. They loved it. Was perfect for tgeir needs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful stay in a beautiful home
Very spacious home in a beautiful setting. Comfy beds and all the home comforts you are likley to need
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Race weekend
Love this place. Perfect for what we needed. Slept 7 of us men, with plenty space for us al. Well looked after properly with everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family House
We had the best time on this property catching up with family. So much living space and beautiful blossoms to look at in the garden. Fantastic rural outlook but close to supermarkets/food places as well. Would highly recommend this house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
The place was perfect for our extended family who had gathered for a funeral. Gorgeous fire & plenty of space & bathrooms for everyone. Short drive to Woodend Beach which we loved too. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful homely stay
We had such a lovely time! The place felt like staying with family. The owners were around more than I anticipated , but their horse was not well so understandable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diego C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
The house was clean tidy and everything was great, happy to recommend staying there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Lovely place clean and tidy with a beautiful fire and plenty of wood
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil setting and spacious comfortable home
Excellent A couple of things. Maybe provide face cloths. Maybe renew the stove guidelines and also the dishwasher was slightly confusing as flashed between 2 hours and 50 minutes but seemed to take 50 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Denis O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodend bookabach
The house suited our purpose in renting very well in order that we could avoid the sound of firecrackers on Guy Fawkes w/end
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason R., Woodend

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & Peaceful Home
Our family had a wonderful week stay at this beautiful farm house. The home had all we needed and was very clean. The host made sure we had everything we needed and was especially kind. One of our favorite things was making a nightly fire and daily visits to the horse that also lives on the property. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B., Woodend ,Canterbury

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Wonderful , just as described. Beautiful property relaxing , home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

sharon m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location good size house. Bit tired in places but clean and functional.
Great time had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay - surrounded by the beautiful country garden
Lovely spacious family home with all the necessary amenities. Close proximity to the city but definite countryside feels. The garden is gorgeous and was our highlight! Adored sitting out on the wraparound porch with a book and cup of tea.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandhill Road House
Large, spacious and secluded. Very comfortable. Ideal for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021