Title: Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home Holiday home in Akaroa with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45909700/45909645/87a0d479.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45909700/45909645/8155b6ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45909700/45909645/75d43b44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45909700/45909645/71b67e76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45909700/45909645/69dfd329.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience relaxed summertime living at Kingfisher's Perch, nestled in the bush overlooking Takamatua Bay. Unwind on the ocean-facing deck with kayaks and lifejackets available for use, or challenge your group to a game of pool in the rumpus room. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home Nestled in the bush and overlooking the sparkling waters of Takamatua Bay, you'll love life at the Kingfisher's Perch! This three-bedroom holiday home makes for relaxed summertime living with stunning views of the harbour. With recently added unlimited fibre WiFi, Kingfisher's Perch has been refurbished with modern amenities, but delight in the funky 70's vibes that are alive and well in the green kitchen! In sunny months at Kingfisher's Perch, enjoy air-con and excellent outdoor living on the ocean-facing deck and comfy chairs, the perfect place to curl up with a book and watch the boats sail by. Kingfisher's Perch offers kayaks and lifejackets available for use for both adults and children. At the end of the day, the outdoor dining area is an irresistible location for a casual BBQ dinner with your group. In cooler months, keep warm with the heat pump and challenge the fam to a game of pool in the rumpus room, or sit back and enjoy the 300 DVD's available for all ages! For day trips, historical Akaroa village is a lovely spot to explore just ten minutes away drive away, where you can indulge in fabulous eateries and boutique shopping. Take a step back and relax into holiday mode at Kingfisher's Perch! Please note that there is one shower, toilet and sink at this property, but the shower is in a separate room. The rumpus room beds/day beds are only suitable for children.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 ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Kayak - Cycling nearby ### 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: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37921100/37921036/cc748d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kotare Point Paradise - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=37921036&PinnedHotelID=37921036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=45341516&PinnedHotelID=45341516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33546100/33546057/cb776d89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akaroa Holiday Home. 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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 Vrbo Property Kingfisher's Perch Takamatua Kingfisher's Perch Takamatua Holiday Home Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home Takamatua 595820 ## About the area Akaroa is home to this holiday home. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Akaroa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akaroa.dx6024120) [View more Holiday homes in Akaroa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akaroa-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6024120-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.788136,172.95155&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:vnfjGerr%7E_%40%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40W%3FU%40U%40S%40UBU%40SBUBU%40SBUBQDUBUDSBUDQDUDQDUDQFSDSFSDQFSFQFQHQFQFQHSHOFOHQHOHQHOJOHMJQHOJKJOJMJOHKLOJKJKLKJKLKJKLMLGLKLIJILINILGLILENILELGNELENELGNELENANELCNANCNANCLAN%3FNCN%3FL%3FP%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%40NBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLFNDLDNDLFLDNHLDLHLFNHLHJHLHLJLFLLJJLJJJLJJJJJLNHJJNJLJNJJHNJPHLJNHNHPHNHPFNHNHRFPFPHPFPFPFRDPFRDRFRDPDTDPDTDPBTDRBTDTBPBT%40RBTBT%40RBT%40T%40R%40T%3FT%40V%3FT%40R%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAT%3FRAX%3FRATATARCTATCRCTATCRCRERCTETCREPETEPETEPGTEPGTEPGPGPGPIPGRGPIPIPGNIPILIRILKNILKRILKLKLKNKLIJMNKJKJMJKJMLKJMJMFMLMFKJMHOHMFMFMDOHMDMHODMDODMDODMDO%40OFM%40OBO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FQ%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOAOCOAOCMAOGOAMEOEMEOEMEOEMIMEOIMEMGMGOIMIKKMGMMMGMKKKMMKKMKKKKKMOIKKMKOKMKMIMKSIMKOIMISIMIQGOIQIQGQGSIQGQGQGQEQGUEQGUEQEUEQEUEQCSEUCUESCSCSAUCUCSAUCUASAUAU%3FSAY%3FSAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V15EOzsdy-XZaWv2NDjPz9m2EXg=) Akaroa, Canterbury ### What's nearby - St Patrick's Catholic Church - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles - Akaroa Museum - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles - Linton The Giant House - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles - Akaroa Wharf - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles - Akaroa Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 84 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Little Bistro - ‬7 min drive - ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬7 min drive - ‪Grand Hotel - ‬7 min drive - ‪Kaimoana - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home located? > Situated in Akaroa, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of St Patrick's Catholic Church, Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum. Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kingfisher's Perch - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin B. 5 Feb 2022 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Beilby 60 yrs of fun The location and view could not have been better. Very steep drive. The furniture in the house was very tierd in places, some seats were thread bare. But the view was magnificent over the bay and this was not really mentioned. ##### kevin B. 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