Title: 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! 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 # 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! ## Photo gallery for 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118130000/118122100/118122020/3785c98a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach - 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! 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(Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118130000/118122100/118122020/3cb3e4f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! Welcome to our three-bedroom lakefront home with stunning sea views, nestled in the heart of Birdlings Flat. This comfortable and pet-friendly family home offers the perfect base to experience the rugged beauty of the area, just 200 meters from the treasure-filled beach. Spend your days beachcombing or exploring the dramatic coastline, then unwind in the evening at the bar while enjoying the Dark Sky nights or occasional Aurora. Only 40 minutes from Christchurch, our unique getaway offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature — ideal for families, couples, or anyone looking to relax and reconnect. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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18 ### 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 to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Remove personal items Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Birdlings Flat is home to this holiday home. Lyttelton Harbour and Port Hills are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Lake Forsyth. [Visit our Birdlings Flat travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birdlings-Flat.dx553248635974899595) [View more Holiday homes in Birdlings Flat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birdlings-Flat-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635974899595-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.824047,172.70563&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:domjGeqb%7D_%40%3FS%3FU%40U%3FS%40Y%40S%3FU%40UBS%40U%40UBSBUBUBS%40UDQBUDUBSDSDSDUDQDUFQDQFUDQFQFQHQFQFQHSFQHQFOHQHOJQFOJMHQJOHMJOJKJOJMJKJOJKJKLKJOLILIJMLKLGLMLGJINGLILGLINELILENELENGLCNENELCNELANCNANANCLCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBNBL%40N%40NBL%40NDNBLDNDNBLFNDLDLDNHLDLHLFNHLFLHLFJLLFLJLLLHJHLNJJJJJJLNHJLLHNJJJNHLJNHPJLHNHPHNHPHNFPHPFRHPFPFPFPFPDPFTFPDPFTDPDTBRDRDRBTDTBPBTBRBT%40TBR%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%40R%3FX%40R%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FTAR%3FVATATARATCTARCTATCRCTCTCPETCRETEPCRETEPGTEPGRGRERGPGPGPGPIPGPIPGRILIRILIPINKLIPKNINKLKLILMNIJMNKJKJKJMNKFMJMJMJMHKJMHMFMHOFMHMHMDOFMDMFOBMHO%40OFMDO%40ODM%40OBOBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOAOCOCMAOEMAOEOGMAOIMCOGMEMGOEMIMIMGOIKGMIMKMIMKKKMKMGKOMKKKKKKOKKKOKMKMKMIOKOIQKMGOKQIMISGMISGQIQGQGQIQGQGQESGSESGQEUEQEUESEQCUESCUEQAUCUCSCUCUASAUCUAS%3FUAUAW%3FSAU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n5QpxMh9kXnq-iu-WcYAHNI9acY=) Little River, Canterbury Region ### What's nearby - ![Botanic Gardens in Christchurch City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/6dae6320-1789-442c-8573-4c37b5bfcee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hagley Park 41 min drive \- 31.9 miles - ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112944/27933b41-e797-4d75-936d-f59672d8d27f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lyttelton Harbour 41 min drive \- 30.5 miles - ![Sumner Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/10267b38-c735-4314-89e7-863c4699dfef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sumner Beach 48 min drive \- 34.8 miles - ![New Brighton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112934/962dae90-aafb-440c-88b0-27159dd29ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New Brighton Beach 49 min drive \- 36.6 miles - Lake Forsyth 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Little River Hotel 9 min drive - Little River Café 10 min drive - The One Next Door 10 min drive - Little River Diner - Junction Coffee & Eats 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat!? ### What time is check-in at 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat!? ### What time is check-out at 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat!? ### Where is 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! 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 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny M. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful warm and cozy house. Has everything you need. My grandchildren loved the bunk beds and also loved exploring the property. Will definitely go and stay again. ##### Jenny M. 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