Title: Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45341516&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Holiday home in Akaroa with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home ![Terrace/patio - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/cdca573b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/ef5d02a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/b879fad8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/2e9fd58a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home (Takamatua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45350000/45341600/45341516/48cdd2d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Treetop Retreat, a luxury getaway in Takamatua, boasts panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour and offers ample space for living, dining and resting. Unwind in the comfortable living room or cook up a storm in the spacious kitchen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - 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. ### Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Welcome to treetop retreat a luxury and romantic getaway, based in Takamatua and boasting beautiful and iconic panoramic views of the Akaroa Harbour. Spend your days exploring the surrounding bays in the stunning Banks Peninsula of the Canterbury region experiencing the beautiful blend of French and British architecture. At the end of the day, retreat back home, put your feet up in the comfortable living room and enjoy some downtime. Treetop Retreat provides ample room for living, dining and resting, including all the comforts and amenities that you would require from your holiday home! The spacious kitchen has all you would need to prepare your meals and the bedrooms feature large Queen and single-sized bunk beds that will help you relax at the end of the day. Takamatua situated just a short 8-minute drive from Akaroa- a village that has all the conveniences you will need. The Canterbury area is known for its remarkable scenery and landscapes! As well as the beautiful natural attractions, the home is situated just 80 kilometres from Christchurch- one of New Zealand’s biggest cities with a domestic and international airport. What are you waiting for? Treetop Retreat holiday home awaits you! Note that this is a semi-detached property with the owner's property next door (shown in the main photo in the foreground). This property includes a shared driveaway and staircase with the other property.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 - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - 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 ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing 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: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109415800/109415781/43111be6.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 £188 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb [](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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115660000/115655500/115655499/37b064cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Laneside - Akaroa Holiday Cottage Akaroa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=115655499&PinnedHotelID=115655499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=36291189&PinnedHotelID=36291189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95690000/95682000/95681938/f0af43c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Birdsong Bliss - Takamatua Holiday Home Takamatua - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=95681938&PinnedHotelID=95681938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53830000/53826000/53825925/d042cf4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fantail Cottage with Sea Views - Akaroa Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=53825925&PinnedHotelID=53825925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110740000/110735600/110735524/1864fef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akaroa Oceanview Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 8.4 Very good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=110735524&PinnedHotelID=110735524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102700000/102693300/102693284/a1d2d5c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Taita House 2 Bedroom Flat (Near Christchurch) Rolleston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly £272 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=102693284&PinnedHotelID=102693284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92550000/92548700/92548622/c302a9e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ki House in Fendalton Fendalton - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=92548622&PinnedHotelID=92548622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122940000/122935300/122935272/5868c444.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 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 Treetop Retreat Takamatua Home Treetop Retreat Takamatua Holiday Home Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Takamatua Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home Private vacation home 596224 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.788254,172.9488&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nofjG_ar%7E_%40%3FU%3FU%3FU%40S%3FY%40S%40U%40U%40SBU%40U%40SBUBUBSBSBSDUBUDSDQBUDQDUFQDUFQFUDQFQFQFQFSHQFQHQFQHOHQHMHSHMJOHMJSHOJIHOJMLOHKJOLKJKJKLKJMLKLKLILIJILKLGLINILGLELINELILENELENENELENCLENANCNALCNANCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBN%40NBL%40NDLBNDNDLDNDLDNDLHLDNHLDLFLHNHJFLJLHLHLHJJLJLLJJLJJJJJJNJJJNJLJNJHHNJRHLHNHLJRHLHPFNHPFPHPFPFRHPFPFPDPFTDPFTDPDTDPDTDPBRDTBTDR%40RBRBTBTBR%40T%40TBR%40T%3FT%40R%40X%3FR%40T%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FRAT%3FTAVAT%3FTARCTATARCTCTCRCTAPETCTERCTEPETEPETEPGRERGREPGPGRIPGPGPIPGRIPGLIPINKPININILKPINKJKNKNKLKJKLKLKJMJKJMJMJKJMHMJMHMJKHOFMFMHMDOFMFMFODMDODMDOFODM%40ODMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOAMEOGOEMEOEMEMGOGMGMEMIOGMGMIMKKIMKMIMKMKKKMKKKKKMMKMIKMMKOIOKKIOKQIMKOIOIQIOIQIMGQISGQIQGQGQGSGQEQGSGSESGQEUEQCUEQEUCSEUCUCQCUCSCUAUASCUAUASAUAU%3FWAU%3FU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3CGMYT-o7cihDQH3udoQoo8UfVE=) Takamatua, Canterbury #### What's nearby - St Patrick's Catholic Church \- 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Akaroa Museum \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Artisans Gallery \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Linton The Giant House \- 7 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Akaroa Wharf \- 8 min drive \- 3.8 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 85 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Common - ‬8 min drive - ‪La Thai Restaurant - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home? ### What time is check-in at Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home? ### Where is Treetop Retreat - Takamatua Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Treetop Retreat - 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. 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