Title: Retro living - with an edge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34004089&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Retro living - with an edge Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Retro living - with an edge ![Outdoor dining - Retro living - with an edge (Mount Pleasant)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004089/73f2b71a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Retro living - with an edge (Mount Pleasant)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004089/652f3e6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Retro living - with an edge (Mount Pleasant)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004089/14e3067b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Retro living - with an edge (Mount Pleasant)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004089/bd84f2b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Retro living - with an edge (Mount Pleasant)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004089/58de342e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the best of Christchurch at this Mt Pleasant apartment, where retro charm meets contemporary comfort. With a peaceful garden setting and an elevated view, you can unwind on the north-facing deck or explore nearby Lyttelton and Sumner Beach. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Retro living - with an edge Situated on the lower slopes of Mt Pleasant, tucked into the foot of the Port Hills. The ground level apartment is styled with retro furniture and contemporary art. The layout comprises of two bedrooms, open plan lounge, heat pump and laundry, bathroom; shower over bath, underfloor heating. North facing with a great deck leading out to a tranquil leafy garden setting. Secure and private. Ideally located between Lyttelton Harbour and Sumner Beach. Within easy access to walking and mountain biking tracks, tennis courts, park, surf beaches. Local shops, cafes, restaurants, supermarket 5 minutes away. Only 6km to the City centre and 3.5 Km to a swimming and surf beach. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53920000/53914300/53914248/w4000h2996x0y0-3a6b7a4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal City Retreat - New Brighton Accommodation New Brighton - 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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as Sea Views Private Tranquil Garden Activity Haven ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Mount Pleasant, a neighbourhood in Christchurch. Isaac Theatre Royal and The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Caddyshack City and Margaret Mahy Playground. High Street and Christchurch Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. [Visit our Christchurch travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch.dx179996) [View more Holiday homes in Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Private-Holiday-Homes.d179996-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-43.55789%2C172.71965&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2bbZgFHLSxOEqt4c_gOMZRhfrbk=) Mount Pleasant, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![The South Brighton, newly rebuilt after the 2010-2011 Christchurch Earthquakes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828/8b97bee6-0861-4465-8a3f-01c1cb6c573c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Avon Heathcote Estuary 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Sumner Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112932/10267b38-c735-4314-89e7-863c4699dfef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sumner Beach 4 min drive \- 2.3 miles - ![Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112944/27933b41-e797-4d75-936d-f59672d8d27f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lyttelton Harbour 8 min drive \- 3.9 miles - Ferrymead Heritage Park 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Tamaki Heritage Village 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station 22 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Burgerfuel 3 min drive - Valley Inn Tavern 4 min drive - metro cafe ferrymead 18 min walk - The Lil Brew Espresso Bar 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retro living - with an edge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Retro living - with an edge? ### What time is check-in at Retro living - with an edge? ### What time is check-out at Retro living - with an edge? ### Where is Retro living - with an edge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retro living - with an edge Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wolfgang K., Düsseldorf, Germany 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice location Very nice location, very friendly host ##### Wolfgang K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Tim E. 29 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Well located and eclectic decor Great location in easy reach of beaches and city. Plenty of space for 2 people. Quiet location and pretty garden with nice deck. ##### Tim E. Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vaishnaavi G. 17 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little hide away Lovely place to stay over the weekend and Suzanne was very accommodating with our late check in. The interior decor and artwork were all very cool and very chic - thank you 😊 ##### Vaishnaavi G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raúl v., Nijmegen Netherlands 23 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best stay ever Suzanne is the best host we have met the past decade. So friendly, kind and forthcoming. The place is great. From the garden you have great view on the ocean. The neighborhood is quiet and pleasant. We loved our 2 stays here. Would love to return, 2nd time in my life saying that. ##### Raúl v. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley H. 6 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Fantastic! We traveled through New Zealand for a month and stayed exclusively at VRBOs. This was our favorite VRBO. Suzanne went out of her way to ensure we were settled and to connect with us. The location is ideal for visiting Christchurch and is minutes away from Sumner ..a cute beach town. The apartment is better than in the pictures. Very spacious, has everything you need, comfy beds, sparkly clean, and has a wonderful outdoor space to enjoy. You could not ask for anything more and the best part of all is how reasonably priced it is for the area. Thank you Suzanne for our wonderful stay. ##### Kimberley H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### SARAH S. 24 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Away Very nice place to stay. Comfortable and handy for our requirements. ##### SARAH S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Farit I., Western Australia 22 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice and clean We really enjoyed staying in such a wonderful place, many thanks!!! ##### Farit I. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey W. 25 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy getaway Wonderfully spacious apartment with serene deck/backyard. ##### Geoffrey W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy R. 15 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for our Christchurch adventure We had everything we needed for a base to visit our family in Christchurch. The space was clean, spacious and well equipped to make our own meals when endless meals out while travelling become tiresome and expensive! ##### Judy R. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina P. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### it was great it was lovely me and my mother loved every thing about it was dog friendly and it was well fended.The host suzanne was wonderful and very helpful we would stay there again ##### Tina P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Robert B. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My pleasant Photos of property need to be updated there is no veiw of lake from house veranda as advertised looking into neighbouring house. Bed very uncomfortable Dishes in cupboard not clean Outside seating dirty and covered in bird pooh No information on local area or where things located eg tea/coffee making facilities hidden away in obscure cupboard ##### Robert B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynda N. 20 Dec 2018 #### Fabulous views from wonderful apartment. Spacious and light second floor apartment in Mount Pleasant with amazing views and artwork. ##### Lynda N. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ---