Title: Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Holiday home in Akaroa with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home ![Terrace/patio - Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home (Akaroa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/w1584h1067x16y0-fe7459e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home (Akaroa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/7227acaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home (Akaroa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/3763cb6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bathtub, hair dryer - Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home (Akaroa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/1f073309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home (Akaroa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/bb414690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched amidst the natural landscape, Bushside Cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the spa pool, enjoy fresh air from the timber decking or cozy up by the woodburning fireplace and Smart TV. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home This holiday home is perfectly positioned amongst the stunning natural landscape. Gorgeous timber decking and a spa pool mean you can take in the views and breathe in the fresh air. The space is homely and comfortable with the conveniences of WiFi, a Smart TV, woodburning fireplace and a heat pump. You’ll holiday in luxurious comfort as this accommodation boasts a king-sized bed and a full-sized bathroom with a spa bath. While there is also a porta-cot available for use. A hidden sanctuary providing views, comfort and serenity - welcome to the Bushside Cottage! Please note the washing machine is shared with other units.Please note there are other dwellings on site that will be occupied during your stay.Please note there is an external surveillance camera that will be operating for added security during your stay.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. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36291200/36291189/d0ddd1ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overton Cottage - 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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 619524 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.797188,172.96672&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hghjG_qu%7E_%40%3FU%3FS%40U%3FU%40W%40U%3FSBU%40U%40S%40UBUBSBUBUBQBUBSDUBUDQDUDQDSDSFSDQFUDQFQFQHSFQFQHQFQHQFOHQHOJQHOHMHQJOHMJMJMJOJOJKJMJMJKLKJKLKLKJKLGLMLGLKLILILGLINELGLILENELENELENENGLANENANCLCNANCLAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40NBL%40NBNBN%40LDN%40LFNDNDLDNDLDLDNHLFLDLHNFLHLHLJLFJLLFLJLJJJLJJJJJJLLLJJJNHNJJJNHLJNJPHLHNHPHNHPHNFPHPFPHPFPFRFPFPDPFTFPDPFTDRDPBTDPDTBTDRBRBRBTBTBR%40T%40TBR%40T%40T%40R%40T%3FV%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FRAR%3FXATARATATCRATATCRCTCTCRCRERCTETENCTEPETGTEPGPGTEPGPGPGRGPIPGPIPGPINIPINIPINILKPKNINKLKJINKNKJMNKHKJKLMJKJMJMJMHKJMFMJMHMHOFMHMDMHOFMDMDODMDODODMDOBMDO%40OBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOAOCMAOCOAOEMCOEOEMEOEMEOEMEMGMIOEMIMGMIMIMKMGMKMIKKMKMKKKMMKKKIKOKKKOKOKMKKIOKOIQIMIOKQIOIQGOIQGQIQGQGQISGQGQEQGUEQGUEQEUEQEUEOCUEUCSCUCQCUCUCSCUAUASAUCU%3FSAUAY%3FSAS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x-xxXC6DOL2yF4f6melKyOeOQxs=) Akaroa, Canterbury #### What's nearby - St Patrick's Catholic Church \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Artisans Gallery \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Akaroa Museum \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Linton The Giant House \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Akaroa Wharf \- 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 80 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Common - ‬3 min drive - ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬18 min walk - ‪Aihe Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home? ### Where is Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Serena W. 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect, Peaceful, Private! What a wonderfull wee cabin. Very private spacious and loved the use of the spa anytime of the day or night. Bonus was the cosy fireplace. Loved our stay. ##### Serena W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben M. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Romantic weekend Property was a nice lil get away for the weekend perfect size for me and my partner. Close to the township but also a good distance away and quiet location ##### Ben M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marijke H. 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful atmosphere We loved the feel of the room as soon as we stepped inside and enjoyed our stay immensely. The only minor issues would be lack of privacy while in the spa and the room gets rather hot if you light the fire which made the room quite stuffy for sleeping. Overall though, a beautiful cottage ##### Marijke H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fraser M. 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Lovely spot for quiet getaway. ##### Fraser M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Russell 7 Aug 2023 Liked: Communication We enjoyed the use of the spa pool whilst being surrounded by bush and birds. ##### Russell Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Simon G. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### stay Could have instructions on fire and spa, but overall good. ##### Simon G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ben M. 19 Jun 2025 ##### Ben M. 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