Title: Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home 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 # Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home Cottage in Duvauchelle with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home ![Property grounds - Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home (Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/a8656b95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster - Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home (Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/03d07508.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board - Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home (Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/9667d6e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home (Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/7bda14e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home (Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/26c6e525.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the tranquil Hector's Tiny House, with a private garden perfect for sipping wine while watching the sunset across Robinson's Bay. This cozy retreat features a heat pump, spa, kitchen basics and open-plan living. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home Discover Akaroa and views second to none over Robinson's Bay - you may even be able to spot the playful Hector's dolphins in the distance! Perfect for a couple's retreat head to Hector's Tiny House for some rest and rejuvenation! This character filled mobile tiny house features 1 bedroom with queen size bed, cosy open plan living and a kitchen with all the basics. In the cooler months settle in front of the TV with the heat pump on. Or soak in the spa after a day of adventure. Step outside onto the private garden with your favourite glass of wine and watch the sunset across the bay. With Akaroa Township less than 10 minutes drive, spend time exploring this beautiful French cultured seaside town, with plenty of cafe's and restaurants to enjoy. Jump in the car and head to Christchurch just 90 minutes drive away and discover all the Canterbury region has to offer. Enjoying peaceful and private surroundings, perfectly positioned with stunning views - Hector's Tiny House awaits! During off peak only, spa may not have enough time to heat for the first night for last minute bookingsPlease note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Cycling nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36291200/36291189/d0ddd1ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overton Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=36291189&PinnedHotelID=36291189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72530000/72522300/72522216/bdcc2846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matagouri Cottage - Port Levy Holiday Home Port Levy - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space 8.4 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=72522216&PinnedHotelID=72522216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119890000/119882800/119882763/e7e18dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Rattan Escape | Winter Warmth in Central CHC Christchurch City Centre - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=119882763&PinnedHotelID=119882763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103533400/103533327/e8acc1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful City Cottage & Hot Tub Richmond - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=103533327&PinnedHotelID=103533327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119790000/119783600/119783524/80b3e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy rustic escape surrounded by nature Peraki £105 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=119783524&PinnedHotelID=119783524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45050000/45040400/45040386/29fddb66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Bliss - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=45040386&PinnedHotelID=45040386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118180000/118174300/118174242/d9e19e1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hot Tub Haven! 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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 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 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 Hector's Tiny House Akaroa Hector's Tiny House Akaroa Holiday Home Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home Robinsons Bay 596130 Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Duvauchelle, this cottage is near the beach. Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Golf Club and Fishermans Bay Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Duvauchelle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Duvauchelle.dx553248634382845789) [View more Cottages in Duvauchelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Duvauchelle-Cottages.d553248634382845789-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.76075,172.9452&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:rcajGojq%7E_%40%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FS%40Y%40S%40U%40U%40S%40UBU%40SBUBUBSBQBUBUDUDQBSDUDQDUFQDUDQFQFUDQHQFQFSFOHSFQHMHSHQFMJSHMHOHMJOJOHMJOJMJMJMJKJOLKJKLKJKLMJKLGLKLILGLKLILILENGLILELINELENENELENALGNANENALCNCNAN%3FNCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%3FN%40LBNBN%40NDL%40NFN%40LDNDLDNDLDNHLDLHLFNDLHLHLJLFLHLJJFLJLLJJLJJJJJJNLJJLJLJLJNHLJNHNJLHNHLHRHLHPHRFLHPHRFNFRFPFPFPFPDTFPDTFPDTDPDTBPDRDTBTBTBPBRBTBT%40R%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%40R%40X%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FTAVATATARATCTARATCTCRCTCPCTCTERETCPETEPETGPETGPERGRGNGRGPGPGPIPIRGLIPIRILIPININKLINKNILKNKNKJKLMLKLKJKJMJKJMJMJKHMJMHMFMLMFMHODMFMHMDOFMDOFMDOBMFO%40ODMBODO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40M%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAO%3FOCOAMCOAOEOCMEOAMGOCOEMGOEMGMEMIOGMEMIMGMMMGMIMKMIKKMKKKMKKKMKKMKMKMKKKOKOIMKOKOIMIOIOKQGMISIQIMGSIQGQGQGQISEOGUGQEQEUGQEUEQEUCSESESCUCUCQCUCSCUAUCSAUAUASAUAUAW%3FU%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lyui-oot5JEYMZxb23wojehKOPg=) Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Duvauchelle Showgrounds \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Akaroa Wharf \- 9 min drive \- 5.8 miles - Akaroa Lighthouse \- 10 min drive \- 6.1 miles - Wolfbrook Arena \- 60 min drive \- 54.6 miles - Riccarton Road \- 62 min drive \- 54.4 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 77 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Common - ‬9 min drive - ‪Grand Hotel - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home? ### What time is check-in at Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home? ### Where is Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home 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 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle F. 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular views Amazing views from property. Hot tub in excellent location. Peaceful and quiet. Definitely worth a stay ##### Danielle F. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sevao 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Had an amazing stay surprised my partner with a weekend away/ birthday gift. She absolutely loved it. ##### Sevao Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rochelle 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Such a stunning view!! I could have sat in the spa soaking that in all day, especially when the sun is shining across the bay! The house is a perfect size for 2 adults with all that is needed to cook and have a few days out of the hustle and bustle. Akaroa is close by and there are plenty of great cafes and bars to eat at a short 10 min drive away. ##### Rochelle Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura B. 6 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Views Was a lovely stay, good for a weekend away from the city ! ##### Laura B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick S. 1 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### . . ##### Nick S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Raffaela D. 8 Jul 2019 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in #### Not worth the money Bach has a nice hot tub, great view, but is very small. It wasn’t very clean either. So not really worth the money. ##### Raffaela D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### lloyd d. 31 Dec 2018 #### was good was good. shade sail or similar would be a good Improvement. overall enjoyed the stay. spa v good ##### lloyd d. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey N. 26 Oct 2018 #### This property is an absolute hidden gem! This property is an absolute hidden gem! Great location, so peaceful and relaxing with amazing views. The spa is perfect to relax in while watching the sun set. The tiny house has absolutely everything you need during your stay and equipped with all the home comforts. Brendan the property manager was friendly and so welcoming, top bloke - we enjoyed our chat before leaving. We cant wait to plan our next visit. ##### Tracey N. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Amy E. 24 Aug 2018 #### Beautiful location and beautiful views, The spa was really good too Beautiful location and beautiful views, The spa was really good too. Few small teething issues as we were the first to stay but Brendan sorted them out very quickly! 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