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=&selected=118122020&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! Holiday home in Birdlings Flat with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for 3-bed gem in Birdlings Flat with stunning lake & ocean views – a rare retreat! ![Outdoor dining - 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/fc9fab39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - 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/119000000/118130000/118122100/118122020/5ea5ceec.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! Step back in time at 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 soaking in the officially recognised Dark Sky nights. 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 - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89850000/89847500/89847445/27e8c59d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Splash Hut - Beach front Bach with a retro vibe Christchurch - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=89847445&PinnedHotelID=89847445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35526800/35526707/6ad19158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cockle Lane Beach Studio Two - a beachside getaway, just for you Waimairi Beach - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 5 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=35526707&PinnedHotelID=35526707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116370000/116363600/116363515/8d4a5b17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Paradise in Christchurch Cass Bay - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=116363515&PinnedHotelID=116363515&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113792600/113792503/518b5d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karearea Cottage - Rural Retreat Purau Purau - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=113792503&PinnedHotelID=113792503&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112060500/112060438/9b345333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Sky Retreat - beautiful house and glamping yurts overlooking Akaroa Harbour. 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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 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 ## About the area ![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 - Lake Forsyth \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Hagley Park \- 35 min drive \- 33.2 miles - Lyttelton Harbour \- 37 min drive \- 30.5 miles - Sumner Beach \- 43 min drive \- 34.8 miles - New Brighton Beach \- 45 min drive \- 35.5 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen B. 30 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a real privilege to be able to stay in this home, and wished we had booked for longer. Everything (plus more) was provided. All we had to do was unpack, and make the hard decision as to where best to sit to enjoy the sun and views. A very relaxing holiday. ##### Helen B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 ### 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. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ---