Title: Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport 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 # Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport Cottage in Charing Cross with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120532000/120531941/82c50675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120532000/120531941/3031662d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120532000/120531941/bee04517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120532000/120531941/41f3bfaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120532000/120531941/4540f52e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Mountain view £81 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov ## 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. ### Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport Relax and enjoy a cosy retreat with fantastic views to the Southern Alps. Surrounded by animals, trees and birds, perfect for a refresh after a long flight or before heading home. The kitchen is well equipped for your catering needs and the lounge is comfortable with tv, games and a work desk. The spacious bedroom has a lovely queen bed for the weary traveller. A sofa bed is available for extra guests on request. The paddocks often house cattle and we have two horses and a pony. Henry the labrador loves meeting new people and is often around. We are close to Christchurch, Mt Hutt ski fields, Lake Coleridge and the high country is about an hour away. Our local town of Darfield has supermarket, pub, restaurants, takeaways and numerous shops for all your needs. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - 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. - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/ec849562.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains Darfield - Washer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 12 reviews £105 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=83277506&PinnedHotelID=83277506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75260000/75251100/75251082/914673e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rural luxury - 5 bedroom getaway Kirwee - Pool - Air conditioning - Parking available - Kitchen [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=75251082&PinnedHotelID=75251082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100300000/100291100/100291040/6d915130.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens. Rolleston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=100291040&PinnedHotelID=100291040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627300/9627286/2f3964b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Darfield Motel Darfield - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 129 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=9627286&PinnedHotelID=9627286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Please leave the place as you found it. Wash dishes and put away. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Check in before 8 pm ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ![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-43.55635%2C172.14174&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UxK8jVQkNMIKq3SEXFij_b4NqV4=) Charing Cross, New Zealand (+64) #### What's nearby - Fowler Reserve - 15 min drive - 12.1 miles - Genesis Drive Park - 16 min drive - 12.1 miles - Kirwee Domain - 16 min drive - 12.7 miles - Riccarton Road - 36 min drive - 27.8 miles - University of Canterbury - 36 min drive - 27.8 miles #### Getting around - Rolleston Station - 19 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Darfield Takeaways - ‬11 min drive - ‪Darfield Kebab & Souvlaki - ‬11 min drive - ‪Darfield Cafe & Gift Gallery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Thirsty Acres - ‬14 min drive - ‪Darfield Hotel Backcountry Bar And Grill - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport? > As of 22 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport on 23 Nov 2025 start from £80.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charing-Cross-Hotels-Cosy-Comfortable.h120531941.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cosy comfortable, peaceful retreat, 30 mins from Christchurch Airport located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 25 miles (40 km) of Larcomb Vineyard, Orana Wildlife Park and Rakaia Gorge. Riccarton Park and Harewood Golf Club are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question