Title: Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95681938&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home Holiday home in Akaroa with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home ![Property grounds - Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/a2f5b430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi - Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/515e73a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/071774f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/a93c2670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/21e39772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched above the picturesque Takamatua Bay, Birdsong Bliss offers expansive decking for outdoor living and a barbecue perfect for al fresco dining. With sunlight flooding the open-plan living area, you can relax on comfortable couches while admiring the shimmering bay in the distance. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home Perched above the picturesque Takamatua Bay, Birdsong Bliss offers awe-inspiring views for your next Banks Peninsula getaway! Expansive decking enhances outdoor living and provides stunning 180-degree vistas of the breathtaking natural landscape. Embrace this idyllic setting with ample outdoor seating and a barbecue, perfect for enjoying al fresco dining. \\Sunlight floods the open-plan living area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Relax on the comfortable couches while admiring the shimmering bay in the distance. The well-equipped kitchen and dining space ensure cooking a delightful family meal is a breeze, while the dishwasher is on hand to take care of the clean-up in no time. This two-bedroom stunner comfortably sleeps up to five guests. The master bedroom enjoys panoramic views from the comfort of the king-size bed, while bedroom two provides a queen and king-single. A modern, family-sized bathroom completes the set-up of a pleasant stay. Situated on a private, elevated section, you’ll appreciate an off-street parking space and well-tended grounds. In addition to parking at the top next to the boats, there is a driveway onto the property with space for two cars, Offering easier pedestrian access. When it’s time to venture beyond your hidden hideaway, you’re just 50 meters to the shores of Takamatua Bay via a private track, while the bay has boat mooring available. Meanwhile, all the local amenities await at the charming French village of Akaroa – just an eight-minute drive! Bold and beautiful, escape to the Banks Peninsula at Birdsong Bliss! Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.All guests should be cautious on the outdoor stairs as they may be slippery in wet weather.Please note there is boat parking available on request. Please inform us at time of booking if you require this. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/d3207cde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Takamatua - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=45341516&PinnedHotelID=45341516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/b2c66da6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Takamatua Holiday Home Christchurch - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review £198 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=109415781&PinnedHotelID=109415781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122940000/122935300/122935272/8cfc67a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2-Bed Beachside Bach, Garage, Sleeps 6 – Beach, Hot Pools, Shops & Playground. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 626158 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.78611,172.95343&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:bbfjG%7D%7Dr%7E_%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%3FU%40W%40U%40U%40S%40S%40UBU%40UBSBUBUBQBUBSDUDUBQDSDSDSFQDUDQFUFQDQHQFSFQFQHQFQHQHOHQFOJQHOHMHOJQJOHKJMJOJMJMJMJKLMJKLKJKLKJKLILKLGLKLILILGLINELGLELINELENENELENELCNENANCLCNANCNAN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBN%40LBNBN%40LDNBNDLDNDLDNDLDNHLDLFLDNHLFLHLHLJLFLJJHLJLJJJLJJJJLLJJLJLJLJNJLHJJNHPJNHLHNHPHNHPHNFPHPHPFPFPFRFPFPFPDTFPDTFPDRDRDRBPDTDTBRBTBPBTBTBR%40T%40TBT%40R%40R%40T%40T%40V%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTAVATARATATCRATATCRCTCTCPCTCTERERCRERERERGRERGRERGPGPGPGRGPGPIPIPGPINIPINIPINILKNIPKNIJKNKLKNKHKNMJKJKLMJKJMJMJKHMJMFMJMHMHMFOFMFMFMDOHMDODMDODMDODOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%40OBO%3FMBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOCOAOCMAOCOAOEMCOEMEOEOEMEOEMIMEMGOGMGMGMIMIMKMGMKMIKKMKKKMKKMMKKKKOKIKOKMKOIKKOKQIOIMIOKQGOIQIOIQGQIQGQGQGSIQEQGQGSESESGSESESESCSESESCUCUCQCUCUCSAUCUASAUAUASAUAW%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1Hs76EqCO3Lvo1v6P-5eyE5P-vc=) Takamatua, Canterbury #### What's nearby - St Patrick's Catholic Church \- 6 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Akaroa Museum \- 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Artisans Gallery \- 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Linton The Giant House \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Akaroa Wharf \- 8 min drive \- 3.6 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 91 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Common - ‬7 min drive - ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Aihe Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home? ### Where is Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter H. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### View to die for Such a special spot. Incredible views and an all day sun trap. A comfortable and cosy bach. Bird life is amazing and the bird feeders bring them right to you. While not fully fenced the property was great for our dog. We had a great time exploring Akaroa and parts of Banks Peninsula. We would love to return for another stay. ##### Peter H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roy T. 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Greatest view from everywhere everything it was said to be and more. perfect well be back! ##### Roy T. 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