Title: Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482807226105856&destination=Burnt+Hill%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=34666850&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres ## Photo gallery for Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres ![Exterior - Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres (Burnt Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34666900/34666850/3b16ef74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, toys - Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres (Burnt Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34666900/34666850/4e349723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres (Burnt Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34666900/34666850/70aa99cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, toys - Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres (Burnt Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34666900/34666850/bbed1ce4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres (Burnt Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34666900/34666850/fbb98899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Oxford, North Canterbury, New Zealand, Oxford Holiday Cottage is a haven for relaxation and adventure. This modern two-bedroom retreat features a spacious open-plan living area with log burner and Wi-Fi. With its fully equipped kitchen, guests can enjoy home-cooked meals while taking in the picturesque mountain views. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £104 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres Oxford Holiday Cottage is a modern, two bedroom, self-contained, self catering cottage set on our 10 acre lifestyle block with mountain views in Oxford, North Canterbury, New Zealand. We have very friendly chickens and three steers on the property. The cottage is lovely and warm - perfect for that weekend getaway, holiday, ski trip or when visiting family in Oxford. (Sleeps up to six). Now with fast WiFi! The holiday cottage is modern & fully furnished to a high standard, it has a spacious open plan living area, two bedrooms & a bathroom. The cottage is cleaned to a high standard and we take the time to iron the bedsheets. Towels are also provided. Due to previous issues WE NO LONGER ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR BRIDAL PARTY GROUPS attending weddings or other wedding related events. The cottage is lovely & warm with high levels of insulation, perfect for that winter getaway. There is plenty of firewood & the log burner can be lit for your arrival. There is a heat pump for heating or air conditioning. Check out our website for more information. The kitchen is fully equipped - complete with electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine, clothes dryer, tub, gas hot water, toaster, sandwich toaster, kettle - all you need for a relaxing break! Tea & coffee are provided & milk on arrival. Guests can use our BBQ on request. The lounge area has a log burner, tv with freeview, dvd player & cd player/radio. Wi-Fi is available. Smoking or vaping is not permitted inside. The main bedroom contains a queen sized bed, wardrobe, drawers & bedside cabinet. Sink into the feather pillows and enjoy a relaxing stay in the country! The second bedroom contains a double bunk bed (double bottom, single top), single bed, large drawers & bedside cabinet. The bathroom has a shower, toilet, hairdryer, heater & vanity. There is an outside play area for children (slide, swings, fort, tyre swing, trampoline). A porta cot, baby bath and baby toys are available on request. You can feed the chickens, watch the cattle (3 steers). There are also goats, sheep, horses and a peacock in the neighbouring properties. We don't allow domestic pets but we may be able to accommodate horses if you are attending an equestrian event in the area. Advance notice is required. Close to Waimakariri golf course, Oxford & View Hill tennis courts, kayaking at the Waimakariri Gorge and Ashley gorge or Waimakariri River, hiking, mountain biking.... We are a great alternative to a Hotel, Motel or B&B with plenty of space inside and out! The fire will keep you toasty warm in winter, perfect after a day of skiing or snowboarding at Mount Hutt or Porters. The cottage is only 7 minutes drive from Oxford township. Our house is 30 metres from the cottage. We also have a tiny house available (approx 12 metres from the cottage). Relax & unwind, feed the chickens, watch the cattle, explore the forest & enjoy our little piece of paradise that is New Zealand! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - CD player - DVD player - Flat-screen TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Free firewood - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 861 square feet - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/6767d76a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.6 Exceptional 1,052 reviews £130 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=18258191&PinnedHotelID=18258191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/394366d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LyLo Christchurch Christchurch Airport - 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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 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 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Burnt Hill, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and True and Daring Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore A and P Showgrounds and Waimakariri River. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. [Visit our Burnt Hill travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnt-Hill.dx692482807226105856) [View more Cottages in Burnt Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnt-Hill-Cottages.d692482807226105856-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.32140%2C172.12173&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zVUohbaQiMkVeE2BcvE0aVbwqUM=) Burnt Hill, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Oxford Museum 9 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Pearson Park 9 min drive \- 4.4 miles - A and P Showgrounds 10 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Waimakariri River 12 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre 48 min drive \- 46.9 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - World Famous Sheffield Pies - Oxford Store 6 min drive - Cafe 51 6 min drive - Cruisy Days Diner 6 min drive - Indian Hut 6 min drive - Black Beech Pizza Wine Bar 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres? ### How much is parking at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres? ### What time is check-in at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres? ### What time is check-out at Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres? ### Where is Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres 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 14 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul T. 9 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oxford homestay Beautiful setting, great home with all the amenities, lovely host ##### Paul T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane H. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oxford cottage Great having two rental houses on one property allowing a larger group to stay in one place. Friendly hosts. ##### Shane H. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica M. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A quaint self contained and well positioned cottage that allows immersion into country life with steers over the fence and chooks running around - great for a bit of entertainment! Obviously a well loved home which was very clean and comfortable. Very quiet and comfortable sleep. ##### Monica M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot in rural inland Canterbury Tons of space and all amenities make this house a wonderful place to stay. A very pleasant rural spot with nice mountain outlook. Friendly and very helpful owner. The house is immaculate and has everything needed for stay of any duration. Oxford township (restaurants, bars & galleries) is close, as is the Waimakariri Gorge. All up a great stay. ##### David P. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley H. 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Living We enjoyed this VRBO. It is in an idyllic country setting. So peaceful and relaxing. Janette was a fabulous host. The property is exactly as described and was spotlessly clean. We highly recommend it. ##### Kimberley H. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### phill c. 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another Fantastic Stay This was our second recent stay. Everything was as promised in the listing. The cottage was sparkling clean and Janette and family were welcoming and appreciative we booked again. Overall we would rate this cottage as superlative; 6/5 and would recommend it to anyone wanting to stay/ explore the Otaga area .Jan and Phill ##### phill c. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### phill c. 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay We stayed on two occasions recently and would rate our stays at six stars.Cottage was everything promised in the listing. Totally set up for cooking and relaxing. It was sparkling clean and nicely decorated. The welcome we received from Janette and her family made us feel special. Great advice on attractions in the area, some fresh free range eggs and the nightly chicken roundup and family ball scrum made us feel at home.Would absolutely stay here again.Jan and Phill ##### phill c. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen S. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful host and fast communication. This is the second time we have stayed here and can 100% recommend it, very quiet and the log burner was a bonus. Thanks for lighting it for us :) ##### Helen S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great hosts Great hosts, and a very cozy, well equipped cottage. Even had fire lit by hosts when we were out. Above and beyond! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andre W. 9 Jan 2019 #### Absolutely perfect getaway with everything you'd need We had an absolutely wonderful stay and regret we couldn't extend our stay there. We will definitely stay here again in the future if we happen to be in the area. It was clean, cozy and well kept and organized. The homeowners are super friendly and the small town of Oxford is just minutes away. This is a modern homestead with everything you would need for a perfect getaway. Thank you again for hosting us. ##### Andre W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry M. 20 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location Janette and Simon have a magic little spot with glorious glimpses of mountain ranges. We loved our stay in the cottage. It was so cosy with the wood stove and cooking facilities were great. Perfect location to do what we wanted which is walk in the forests and view the mountains. Oxford is a lovely town for coffee and meals. Great Art Gallery there. Good supermarket. ##### Kerry M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne M. 26 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Quiet peaceful property with farm animals and all home comforts in the house. Highly recommend. ##### Dianne M. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### brent w. 10 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### handy to golf course. suited me as was handy to oxford township and golf course and very clean. ##### brent w. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle B. 27 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Exceptionally clean house and accommodating hosts. A memorable experience. We would love to come again some time. Thank you! ##### Michelle B. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### P S. 16 Mar 2019 #### Very warm and tidy. Lovely hosts and Cottage. Will be even better when there is perhaps some privacy screening from the main house and maybe some outdoor seating. ##### P S. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ---