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Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!

Peaceful lakeside retreat with stunning Te Waihora views offers the perfect setting for outdoor BBQs on spacious lawns and complete relaxation

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Ellesmere Hideaway, in a private bay on Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere), offers sweeping lawn views and tranquility. Enjoy cozy log-fire evenings after kayaking. BBQ facilities make it perfect for family gatherings or quiet getaways.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
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About the neighborhood

Located in Leeston, this country house is near the bay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Hills and Lake Forsyth, while Lincoln Event Centre and Air Force Museum of New Zealand are cultural highlights. Visit our Leeston travel guide
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Leeston, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park
    Hagley Park
    39 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • Lincoln University
    20 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Lincoln Event Centre
    25 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Larcomb Vineyard
    29 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Wolfbrook Arena
    38 min drive - 33.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station
    37 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Suburban Eatery
    5 min drive
  • Southbridge Takeaways
    10 min drive
  • Hillyers Leeston
    6 min drive
  • Crate & Barrel
    6 min drive
  • Leeston Coffee Company
    6 min drive

About this property

Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!

  • Country house near the bay
  • Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! include comforts such as fireplaces, as well as amenities like WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • Decks/patios, dishwashers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • On the bay

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: Please check with us if you'd like to bring a pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! pet-friendly?

Yes, Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! located?

Situated near the bay, this country house is within 20 mi (32 km) of Lincoln University, Lincoln Event Centre, and Larcomb Vineyard. Port Hills and Air Force Museum of New Zealand are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

sara e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the lake and the everchanging birds, was amazing.You immediately exhale when looking out over Lake Ellesmere and watch the swans, spoonbills, herons and other beautiful birds living their lives.Even when the weather changes the scenery is stunning.The bed was very comfy. The lounge seating was comfy and relaxing.Good power in the shower. Wonderful
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thanthong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place good view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil location

Peaceful and picturesque place to stay by the lake edge. Very handy to the Soldiers Memorial Hall which was my son's wedding venue. We would definitely stay here again for a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular lake view

The location is spectacular with absolute water frontage and sweeping views across Lake Ellesmere to the port hills.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing!!

The listing title is very accurate, privacy tranquility and lots of wildlife on your front lawn! I cannot recommend this place highly enough! We had such a great break from civilization, was hard to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

avery j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting albeit a bit away from shoips and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Love this place will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A wonderful peaceful retreat! Comfy beds, full kitchen, big lounge chairs to sink into, while watching that superb view over a quiet lake. Clean windows helped. Everything you could want in the kitchen. We loved the artwork around the walls and the ambience! The books around gave us history and birdlife and would encourage more days to stay if we had the time! We felt very private and the total silence must have been good for the soul.
Kotutu. . . the White Heron made its presence only twice.
In front of this beautiful (old) but well renovated house, is a jetty mainly used by birds, not boats!
A full verandah circles this house - on a calm and calm day, this is the view from several really comfy outdoor seats!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Amenities
Exactly as advertised: peaceful and tranquil. Enjoyed watching all the bird life from the porch. Well cared for older home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025