Title: Warm & Welcoming on Athol 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 # Warm & Welcoming on Athol Holiday home in Christchurch with kitchen and balcony ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947550/f45ba682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947550/87bfc8f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947550/525d680c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947550/3fa21d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947550/6b87802d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Warm & Welcoming on Athol provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms1 bathroom1830 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Warm & Welcoming on Athol Welcome to your perfect group or family retreat! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Upper Riccarton offers a blend of comfort, functionality, and privacy—complete with a garden, balcony, and free parking. Whether you\`re in town for work or leisure, this house has everything you need for a relaxed and productive stay. 🛏️ The Space: • 5 bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen bed • 2 full bathrooms • Open-plan living and dining area with smart TV • Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances • Laptop-friendly workspace • In-unit laundry and free Wi-Fi • Garden/backyard area and private balcony • Free parking available on-site ⚠️ Notice: This is a multi-level home with stairs between floors. If you have mobility concerns, please let us know in advance so we can accommodate accordingly. 🌆 Nearby Attractions: • Bush Inn Centre – 3-minute drive • University of Canterbury – 4-minute drive • Westfield Riccarton – 6-minute drive • Local cafes and restaurants within a few minutes\` walk 📜 House Rules: • No smoking in or around the property • Please avoid cooking strong-smelling foods (e.g., fish, curry, garlic) • No parties or loud noise • Please leave the space tidy upon checkout Spacious, convenient, and perfect for groups—your home away from home on Athol Terrace awaits! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### 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 ### 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: 1,830 square feet ## Similar properties ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118950000/118947600/118947552/a1a329de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Suburban Hideaway Upper Riccarton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=118947552&PinnedHotelID=118947552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114590000/114586700/114586638/736ae8d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 4BR in Riccarton Walk to Mall and Park Riccarton - 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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 371852 ## 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-43.52445%2C172.57089&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R1P4YtV4yvSnZPF2jdQgwTv5ofQ=) Christchurch, Canterbury #### What's nearby - University of Canterbury - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Riccarton Road - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Westfield Riccarton Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Wolfbrook Arena - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Hagley Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coffee Culture - ‬11 min walk - ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬10 min walk - ‪Hachi Hachi - ‬10 min walk - ‪Joe's Garage - ‬11 min walk - ‪Tandoori Palace - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Warm & Welcoming on Athol pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Warm & Welcoming on Athol? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Warm & Welcoming on Athol? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Warm & Welcoming on Athol located? > Located in Upper Riccarton, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of University of Canterbury and Bush Inn Centre. Riccarton Road and Riccarton Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Warm & Welcoming on Athol Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 2 external reviews