Delightful Studio Apartment

New Zealand - Canterbury - Charteris Bay

Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View from the Pool Terrace
View from the Pool Terrace
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View from Studio towards Pool
View from Studio towards Pool
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Studio kitchenette with Convection/MW
Studio kitchenette with Convection/MW
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Studio Ensuite Bathroom
Studio Ensuite Bathroom
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View from Guest Studio Terrace towards the North
View from Guest Studio Terrace towards the North
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View towards Guest Studio at far end of Pool
View towards Guest Studio at far end of Pool
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Studio Terrace on right
Studio Terrace on right
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Platform Lift from Parking to Studio Level
Platform Lift from Parking to Studio Level
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View from Pool Terrace across Lyttelton Harbour
View from Pool Terrace across Lyttelton Harbour
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Aerial view of Main House, Garage and Car Port.
Aerial view of Main House, Garage and Car Port.
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,View from Dyers Pass towards Charteris Bay
View from Dyers Pass towards Charteris Bay
Home exhange in,New Zealand,Charteris Bay,Proteas growing on property
Proteas growing on property
  • Sleeping capacity2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Bathrooms1

Non-simultaneous Home Exchange

Smoking Not Allowed

No Children Please

Use of Personal Car is possible

We are looking for a home exchange in ...

Open to all dates Mexico | Costa Rica | Cuba
Open to all dates Japan | Korea | Taiwan
Open to all dates Burgundy, France | Alsace, France | Beaujolais, France
Open to all dates China | Vietnam | Thailand
Open to all dates Samoa | American Samoa | Cook Islands

Our Home For Exchange

Description of the home we are offering for exchange

Escape to our delightful Cordyline Point guest studio, a hidden gem that promises a memorable retreat all year round. Perched on the slopes of Charteris Bay above Lyttelton Harbour, this tranquil sanctuary is a mere 40-minute drive from downtown Christchurch, offering awe-inspiring views that will leave you enchanted.

We offer the studio for stays of 4 nights or longer, until the beginning of December 2024.
Kindly note that our studio is not suitable for children. Designed to provide a peaceful and intimate experience, it is perfectly suited for two adults only.

The Space:
Designed with discerning travellers in mind, our guest studio caters to the needs of friends and relatives visiting from around the globe. We understand the importance of advanced comforts, ample desk space, and reliable telecommunication infrastructure while on the move. Hence, these elements were incorporated into our architect's brief, ensuring that they are now available to you as well.

Whether your journey is for leisure or work, we have left no stone unturned in providing a space that accommodates every requirement, regardless of the weather. The studio is self-contained, with its own private entrance, terrace, and access to the pool. It boasts a convenient kitchenette equipped with a convection microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher.

In the en-suite bathroom, you'll find a washing machine and dryer at your disposal, ensuring your wardrobe remains presentable throughout your stay.

Bed/Desk:
The comfortable double bed measures 190cm x 135cm. If you require ample desk space for work purposes, the bed can be effortlessly folded up, revealing a desk that seamlessly slides into position. No need to clear the desk before utilizing the bed — it remains level throughout the process.

Communication Facilities:
For your convenience, the studio has its own direct dial phone number. Calls to fixed lines (landlines) in most countries, including Europe and North America, are not charged. Complimentary WiFi is available, and if necessary, we can provide additional wired LAN sockets. The studio is also equipped with a TV for free-to-view NZ terrestrial DTV, as well as an Apple TV unit connected to the television.

Heating/Ventilation/Cooling:
To ensure your comfort year-round, the studio is equipped with an indoor climate control system. Radiators and infra-red heaters are also installed for additional warmth. The pool terrace boasts an overhead infra-red heater, creating a cosy ambiance for extended evenings spent outdoors.

Swimming Pool:
From November to March, weather permitting, the swimming pool is heated for your enjoyment. It features two counter-current jets, allowing for easy stationary swimming.

Guest Access:
While the studio is part of the main house, it is self-contained with a separate formal entrance and a dedicated pool terrace door that grants access to the heated swimming pool. If we, your hosts, are on-site during your stay, you are welcome to utilize other areas of our house, such as the dining and kitchen spaces.

Check-in and check-out times are flexible and tailored to your needs. We understand that flight details may necessitate very early or late arrivals and departures, and we are happy to accommodate accordingly.

Type

Apartment/ Second home


Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Dishwasher
  • Clothes Washer
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Microwave Oven
  • Peaceful Surroundings
  • View
  • Privacy / Seclusion
  • Elevator Access
  • Heating
  • Private parking
  • Private Pool
  • Terrace / Patio

Entertainment

  • Internet access
  • TV
  • Wireless Internet (WiFi)

Extras

  • None

Setting

  • Small Town or Village
  • Rural
  • Waterfront
  • Mountains

Neighbourhood

Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area

Charteris Bay is a small village, with a 9-hole golf course and the walking [hiking] trailheads at Orton Bradley Park the biggest attraction.
Charteris Bay is the "tropical" part of Christchurch: here, temperatures range about 7+ C higher than the official (airport) temperature. We are pleasantly sheltered from the cold Easterly and Southerly winds :-)
(Many veggies love this place, and some keep growing happily in winter).
Our area around the Lyttelton Harbour part of the Banks Peninsula is a favourite weekend trip for bicycle and motorcycle riders.

About 1 km walking distance towards the West is a pleasant 19th Century style cafe, the Orton Bradley Café.
Even further afield (but easily reached on the passenger ferry from Diamond Harbour) is Lyttelton you find a lively café and restaurant scene, and a colourful Saturday AM farmer's market.
Enjoy!

Three meters to go to reach the swimming pool (heated approx Nov through March).
Within easy walking distance to a golf course, tennis courts, and plenty of hiking and mountain biking trails
Well positioned on Banks Peninsula to serve as a base to explore the central South Island: Christchurch, Arthurs Pass, Lake Tekapo, Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs all are within day-trip range

Outdoor Activities

  • Beach
  • Biking
  • Cultural Events
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golfing
  • Tennis
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Lake
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving / Surfing
  • Windsurfing

Leisure

  • Park / Playground
  • Cafés
  • Restaurants

Transport Nearby

  • Car Necessary

Neighbourhood Services

  • Supermarket

Attractions

Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home

Within walking distance (<1km):
- 9 hole gold course
- tennis courts
- trailheads for walking a few hours in the Orton Bradley Park, and beyond (eg Mt Herbert - 7+h return)
- Charteris Bay Yacht Club (this is where the 'Optimist' training sailboat for kids was invented!)
Within 30+ min commute (by car/ferry)
- Port Hills Gondula (scenic)
- Port Hills Summit Road (scenic)
-Lyttelton Farmer's Market (Saturdays - very tasty local products, like meats [eg, venison!] or cheeses [eg authentic yet locally produced Italian cheeses])
The Lyttelton collection of bars/restaurants: eg, Civic & Naval (great 'tapas bar'), Lyttelton Coffee Company (outdoor terrace w/ view across the inner harbour - have Nachos!)

Our favourite restaurants


Cafés & bars


Special places to shop


Leisure and cultural activities


Walks or jogging paths


Interesting day trips


Our Preferences

Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules

As much of our floor space is carpeted, we request that you do NOT wear street shoes inside our house. For your convenience, slippers are provided.

The studio is part of an indoor climate system which automatically keeps temperature and humidity at comfortable levels.
For this reason, we request that you do NOT leave doors or windows open. Should your comfort require specific adjustments, then please talk to us.

Conditions

  • No Children Please
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Plant Care Not Needed

Use of Personal Car

  • Use of Personal Car is possible

Home Exchange Type

  • Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
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