Title: Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path 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 # Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat Holiday home in Christchurch with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat ![Exterior - Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89990700/89990681/07b92780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89990700/89990681/383d4961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, ping pong - Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89990700/89990681/af1afcd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89990700/89990681/e66379b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat (Christchurch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89990700/89990681/0b79b810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Heathcote Valley, this magical award-winning accommodation offers an expansive haven with a heated salt water pool and covered entertainment area. Relax in the sunken lounge by the gas fire, indulge in culinary delights from the designer kitchen, or rejuvenate at the private spa. With complimentary Wi-Fi and beautiful valley views from every room, this retreat is perfect for those seeking seclusion and comfort. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 84306 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat Where phenomenal design meets luxury living — this award-winning architectural masterpiece offers an unforgettable stay surrounded by nature, light, and elegance. 🌿 The Home Thoughtfully designed with intelligent spatial flow and bespoke finishes, this expansive home embraces its valley setting through large glass windows that flood the open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area with natural light and panoramic views. The stunning in-ground heated saltwater pool (available November–March) forms the heart of the outdoor experience — complemented by a covered louvre entertainment area and built-in dining zone, ideal for alfresco meals and long summer evenings. Inside, a sunken lounge framed by a striking timber-cast concrete wall creates a cocoon of warmth and texture — the perfect place to curl up in front of the gas fire year-round. 🛏️ Sleeping & Bathrooms Retreat to the luxurious master suite, featuring bespoke joinery, rimu-timber batten ceilings, an elegant walk-in wardrobe, and a beautifully appointed ensuite with twin rain showers and a sleek modern design. Step directly outside to your private spa for a serene evening soak beneath the stars. Three additional bedrooms offer built-in storage and garden views, sharing a family bathroom with a bath, shower, and separate toilet. Bed Configuration: Master Suite – Super King Bed + Ensuite (double shower, toilet) Bedroom 2 – King Bed Bedroom 3 – King Bed Bedroom 4 – 2 × Single Beds (can be made into Super King on request) Bathrooms: 2 bathrooms with shower, vanity, and toilet 1 family bathroom with bath, shower, and separate toilet All beds feature premium hotel-quality linen and plush bedding for a perfect night’s sleep. 🍽️ Kitchen & Living The designer kitchen is a chef’s paradise, featuring two ovens, a coffee machine, and expansive bench space. A butler’s pantry includes two fridges and a second dishwasher — perfect for entertaining. 🌺 Outdoor Living Heated saltwater pool (Nov–Mar) Private spa pool Covered outdoor dining & BBQ area Landscaped gardens and sun terraces 🔥 Comfort & Conveniences Sunken lounge with gas fireplace Heat pump for heating/cooling Complimentary Wi-Fi Double garage + 3 off-street parks Washing machine & dryer Gated entry with security cameras (external only) Please note: This property is not recommended for children under 3 due to the sunken lounge design. Pets are not permitted. 📍 Location Nestled in the tranquil Heathcote Valley, you’re just: 3 min to Ferrymead cafés, shops & bars 3 min to the Christchurch Gondola 5 min to Lyttelton village 8 min to Sumner Beach 20 min to central Christchurch Enjoy the peace of the valley with easy access to the city, beaches, and hills. The Heathcote Riding School and café sit conveniently across the road — a charming local touch. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles - Table tennis - Mountain biking 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) - Security system - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 4,306 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109570000/109562000/109561926/e491f8d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Keep - Waimairi Beach Waimairi Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=109561926&PinnedHotelID=109561926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105500000/105490100/105490028/02431e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Views at Rapanui Lodge- 4BR Gem with Parking Redcliffs - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review £231 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=105490028&PinnedHotelID=105490028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53690000/53686100/53686091/w2048h1362x0y87-198957c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House on Beachville Redcliffs - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=53686091&PinnedHotelID=53686091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35834000/35833939/de908da6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oxford Tiny House - come and experience tiny house living! 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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 christchurch-holiday-homes-BRIDLE-PATH-RETREAT ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.57531,172.70793&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:r%7C%7ChGq_c%7D_%40%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%40W%40U%40S%40U%40SBU%40UBQBUBSBUBUBSDSDSBUDQDUDQFUDQDSFSFQDQHQFQFQFSHQFQHQHOFQHMJQHOHOHMJSJKHMJOJOJKJMJKJOLKJKLKJKLMJKLGLKLILILGLKLGLGNGLILELENILENENELENALENCNCNELANCN%3FNANCL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FNBN%40N%3FLBN%40NDNBLBNDN%40LDNDLDNDLHNDLDLHLFNFLFLJLFLHLHLJJFLJLLJJLJJJJJJNLJJJJLJNJNHJJLHRJLHNHNHPHLHPHNFPHPHPFRFPFPFPFPFPDRFRDPFTDPDTDPBTDRDRBRBTBTBRBTBP%40T%40TBR%40T%40R%40T%40V%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTARAVATATATCRATATCPCRCTCTCRCTEPETCTEPETEPGTENGTEPGPGRGPGPGPGPIPIRGNINIPINIPININKLIPKNIJKNKLKNKJMJKNKJKJMJKJMJMLKFMJMHMFMHMJMDOHMFMHMDODMFODMDOFMDO%40ODMBO%40ODOBM%40O%3FOBO%40M%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FOAMCOEOAOCMEOAMEOGOEMEOGMEMEMIOGMIMEMKMIMGMIMKMGKMMKKKMKKKMKKOKKKOKKKMKOIOKKKQIMIOIOKQIOGQIOIOGSIQGQGQGQIQESGQGQEUEOGUEQEUEQCUEUEQCUCSCUCUCSCQAUCUASAUAUAUAWAS%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JenP4YIp_zPL8AHOBGX44ssR2ZM=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Tamaki Heritage Village \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Ferrymead Heritage Park \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Christchurch Gondola \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Heathcote Domain \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Avon Heathcote Estuary \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 25 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burgerfuel - ‬3 min drive - ‪metro cafe ferrymead - ‬3 min drive - ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬9 min walk - ‪Habesha Eritrean And Ethiopian Cuisine Aka Pulse Café - ‬5 min drive - ‪KO-1 Cafe - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat? ### Where is Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Award-Winning Architectural Residence - Bridle Path 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin B. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family by the pool The place was just perfect swimming pool excellent all-round a great stay highly recommend ##### Kevin B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy P. 2 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lives It! Enjoyed every minute! Had everything we needed! Comfortable and clean! ##### Cindy P. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lara M. 9 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful home that was a welcome landing pad after a long travel day. This home is beautiful and very accessible to the town of Christchurch and surrounding attractions. My children loved the pool and the kitchen was very user friendly and spacious. The only complaint was that there were not many hangers in each room and limited towels. The showers leaked on the floor and we needed to use the towels to dry the floors and ensure they would be safe given that they were concrete and slippery when wet. I would definitely recommend this home for a family (which we were) or a few couples. ##### Lara M. 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