Title: Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill 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 # Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home Holiday home in Castle Hill with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/e7b27d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/54be2d6c_edited_01de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/abf28ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/w2560h1621x0y110-da6e855e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876200/113876199/369268da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home Whether you’re hitting the slopes in winter or exploring the rugged trails in summer, this warm and inviting holiday home provides the ideal base for your next mountain getaway. Step outside and take in the crisp mountain air as you soak up the stunning surroundings. The spacious deck is the perfect spot to relax after a day of adventure, while the open-plan living area invites you to unwind by the fire with a hot drink in hand. Vaulted wooden ceilings and large windows create a light-filled space that blends rustic charm with modern comfort. The dining area is ideal for sharing meals and planning the next day’s activities, and the well-equipped kitchen ensures you have everything you need to prepare delicious home-cooked feasts. With plenty of space for families and groups, Cedarwood Retreat boasts comfortable bedrooms designed for a restful night’s sleep. Wake up to views of the alpine landscape before heading out for another day of adventure. The modern bathroom facilities provide all the comforts of home, making it easy to refresh and recharge. Castle Hill is a paradise for outdoor lovers, with world-class skiing just a short drive away during winter and endless hiking, biking, and rock climbing opportunities in the warmer months. Explore the renowned limestone boulders, fish in nearby rivers, or simply take in the peaceful mountain scenery. While there are no shops in Castle Hill Village, the nearest supermarket in Darfield is a 35-minute drive away— so be sure to stock up before settling into this unforgettable alpine retreat. All guests should take care when using the stairs as they are steep. 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 ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### 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 - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - 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 ### 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: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115082000/115081977/d0fcf805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy modern house close to tracks and ski fields Castle Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=115081977&PinnedHotelID=115081977&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107207300/107207290/4870d5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royale on Cheese Castle Hill - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=107207290&PinnedHotelID=107207290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91040000/91039913/969d0552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Holiday home in Castle Hill Village Castle Hill - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=91039913&PinnedHotelID=91039913&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119314000/119313972/717f4e74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A quite gateway in the mountain! 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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 652208 ## About the area Castle Hill is home to this holiday home. Porters Ski Area and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. [Visit our Castle Hill travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill.dx6196337) [View more Holiday homes in Castle Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6196337-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.20305,171.71468&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7CetfGw_aw_%40%3FS%3FU%40U%3FS%40U%40U%40S%40U%40U%40S%40UBUBSBUBUBQBUBSDUDQBUDQDUDQDUFQDQFUFQDQHQFQFQFQHSFOHOFSHMHQJOHOHQHMJOHOJOJIJOJMJMJKJMJMLKJKLKLKJILKLGLKLILGLILGLINILELGLENGLENELENENELANENCNALCNCNANCN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40NBLDN%40NDLDNBLFNDLFNDLFLDLHNHLFLHLFLHLJLFJJLHLJJJLJJJJLJLLJJLJLHNLHHNJNHNJLHPHNHNHPHLHRFNHNHRFPFPFPFPFPFPDTFPDPFTDPDTBPDTDPBTDRBTBPBTBTBR%40T%40TBR%40T%40T%40R%40T%3FT%40R%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAT%3FTARATATATCRATARCTCTCTCPCRETCTEPETCPERERGREPGRERGPGPGRGPGPGPIPIRGLIPINIPINILIRKLINKLINMJINKLKLMJKLKJKJMLKJMJMFKJMHMJMHMFMHMFOHMHMDMFODMDODMHOBMBOFO%40MDOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOAOCOAMCOAOCOEMAOGOCMGOEMEOEMEMGMEOIMIMGMIMGMIMKMIMKKGMKMKKMMKKKKMKKKMKMKOKKKOIMKOIMISIMKOIQIOGQIMGSIQGQGQGQISEQGQGSESGQESESESEQCUEQEUCUCSCQCUCUCUCSAUASAUAUAUASAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UKViGJynKycXLq9xypgXg4C5zMc=) Castle Hill, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles - Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 13 min drive - 2.5 miles - Porters Ski Area - 23 min drive - 11.3 miles - Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 24 min drive - 22.6 miles - Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 51 min drive - 38.8 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 71 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Porters Cafe - ‬17 min drive - Flock Hill Lodge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cedarwood Retreat - Castle Hill Holiday Home located? > Situated in Castle Hill, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve. Porters Ski Area is 10.5 mi (16.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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