Title: Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6136930&destination=Darfield%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=83277506&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains ## Photo gallery for Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains ![Terrace/patio - Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains (Darfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/e1455ed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains (Darfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/44aebe58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains (Darfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/4b84b3fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains (Darfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/d651b1de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains (Darfield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83277600/83277506/396ac919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Surrounded by the Southern Alps, this Christchurch cottage offers a serene retreat with antique furniture and lovely gardens where alpacas or llamas may visit. Unwind in the outside bathtub or explore nearby country roads and walking tracks for hiking and biking. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Outdoor space £106 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## 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 country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains Cosy cottage in an extremely quiet location, with only the sound of birds to hear. Unrestricted views to the Southern Alps, surrounded by lovely gardens, with the potential visit of an alpaca or llama. Antique furniture to make you feel completely at home. We also have an outside bathtub to soak up the peace and quiet, and ease your weary bones. The cottage is only 35 kilometres from Christchurch International Airport and 35 minutes to the ski slopes. Christchurch city is also only 30 minutes drive by car, and the small town of Darfield is 7 minutes away by car. There are a multitude of country roads and walking tracks in the area for hiking and biking. The views from the rooms and the deck are fabulous at any time of year - you can overlook the garden into the alps in the near distance - they have different moods at different times and in different seasons. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/c927edab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bealey Quarter Christchurch City Centre - 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Property Registration Number 9710614 ## About the area Darfield is home to this cottage. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Washpen Falls are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fowler Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. [Visit our Darfield travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Darfield.dx6136930) [View more Cottages in Darfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Darfield-Cottages.d6136930-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.53609,172.0769&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nguhGswgy_%40%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%40U%40W%40S%40UBU%40U%40QBUBSBSBUBUBUDQDUBSDQDUDQFUDQDQFUFQFQFSFOFSFQHQFQHQHOHQHOHQHMHOJMHOJOHOJMJOJKJOJKLMJKJMLKJILMJGLMLGLKLILGLILINGLILELGNELGLGNENELCNENALGNANALCNANCNAN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40N%40LBNDNDLBNDLDNFNFLDLFLDNHLFLHLHLFLHLJLFLLJFLLJHLJJLJJLLJJJNJJJNJLHNJNJNHLHNHLJPFNHPHNHPFPHPFPFRFNHRDPFPFPDTDPFTDPDTDPBRDTDPBTBTBTBRBRBT%40PBT%40T%40T%40R%40V%40T%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRATATAVATARATCTAPCRCTCTCRCTCTEPETCREREREPGTEPETGPGPERINGRGPGPIPGPIPINIPGNKPINILINKLKNINKLKNKJKNKJMLKLKJMJKJMJKFMLMFMJMHMHMFMHMFOHMDMFMFODOFMDOFM%40ODODM%40OBO%40MBO%40OBOBO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOCOCOAMCOAOCMEOAOEMAOGOEMGMEOGMGMEMIOGMIMGMIMIMKMGMMKGMKKKMKKKKMMMKKKOKKKOKMIOKOIMKOIMIOIQIOIQIOIQGQIQGQGQGSGOGSGQGUEQEQGUEQESESCSEUEQCUCUCSCUCUCSAQAUCUASAUAWAUAU%3FS%3FU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cJVNJ-HeiYxosgOkZfBm_xYNY0g=) Darfield, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![Rakaia Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060656/8bb0f557-4517-405d-80c0-928a8f6c4093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rakaia Gorge 25 min drive \- 28.1 miles - Kirwee Domain 13 min drive \- 11.4 miles - Fowler Reserve 14 min drive \- 11.9 miles - Hororata Golf Club 15 min drive \- 13.6 miles - Waimakariri River 17 min drive \- 16.2 miles ### Getting around - Rolleston Station 26 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Hororata Cafe 9 min drive - Darfield Takeaways 8 min drive - Darfield Kebab & Souvlaki 8 min drive - Darfield Cafe & Gift Gallery 8 min drive - Darfield Hotel Backcountry Bar And Grill 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains? ### What time is check-in at Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains? ### What time is check-out at Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains? ### Where is Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains 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 14 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer and Carl H. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was our second visit in less than a month. Such a lovely, relaxing cottage and the hosts are wonderful. ##### Jennifer and Carl H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trish S. 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage Stay A short stay, but absolutely perfect. Wish we could've stayed longer. Beautiful gardens. Loved our stay! ##### Trish S. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. 2 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful peaceful setting, very clean and comfortable. Lovely host. Thankyou. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Lovely house. Very homely with a lovely outlook of beautiful surroundings and garden. Great location as a base to explore the region. ![View from the porch. Great night sky viewing.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3cab5ece-7c82-4be9-824d-c1e530f5b2a1-1745482863735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrew M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### wendy s. 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Daughters wedding FANTASTIC!! Close to Darfield for shop and wedding venue for coming and going (& coming n going!). Had lots of family over on the Sunday after wedding and had all the lovely outdoor space too. THANK YOU to the very attentive Reiderers ##### wendy s. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas B. 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay What a beautiful cottage! We loved having breakfast on the terrace and enjoying the nice view of the flowers and the sheep and to the mountains. The super nice hosts are your neighbors. It is a very private place. The cottage was super clean and has a lot of atmosphere, just wonderful. It was spotless, the beds so comfortable, the kitchen so well equipped.We would definitely stay again if our paths lead us to this part of the world again. Thank you so much, Corinne & Stefan! We hope to be back and wish you all the best. ##### Thomas B. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz M. 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely, warm, comfortable stay with surroundings that ensure you have no choice but to relax. ##### Liz M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan R. 4 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely lovely home with a warm and welcoming host. ##### Joan R. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer and Carl H. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A wonderful stay — peaceful, quiet, with beautiful mountain views. We loved the birds, the calf, and the warm welcome (thank you for the eggs and jam!). Truly relaxing. ##### Jennifer and Carl H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William P. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing hosts & Accommodation Sourrounded by beautiful mature gardens that boast colors all seasons, lovely owners, would recommend to anyone for there next stay in the area ##### William P. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex R. 7 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy Excellent accomodation ##### Alex R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home base Great base for visiting family on the Plains! The home had everything we needed. Stefan and Corinne were lovely hosts ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy T. 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply the Best Corinne and Stefan were exceptional hosts. We are so grateful to them for sharing their tranquil cottage, local knowledge and good company with us. Their farm is a wonderful mix of fruit trees, veggies, abundant flowers, friendly animals and the most spectacular views of the Southern Alps. Thank you for a truly special travel experience. ##### Amy T. Stayed 55 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ele L. 20 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country cottage Warm, clean, charming cottage with lovely garden. Comfortable bed and living room furniture. Would happily stay again. ##### Ele L. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ---