Title: Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage 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 # Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage Holiday home in Hurunui with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage ![TV - Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage (Canterbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119140000/119131300/119131251/eb11cbfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage (Canterbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119140000/119131300/119131251/b8388cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage (Canterbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119140000/119131300/119131251/9f866e91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage (Canterbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119140000/119131300/119131251/1c1a7936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage (Canterbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119140000/119131300/119131251/c829b2f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage Perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to unwind, this spacious and light-filled cottage offers comfort, tranquility, and stunning mountain views. Large windows flood the cottage with natural light, while the open-plan layout creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Relax on the deck with a drink in hand or enjoy a soothing soak in the outdoor bath after a day of adventure. The well-equipped kitchen makes mealtimes a breeze, whether you're preparing a cosy dinner for two or a meal for the whole family. At the end of the day, the comfortable bedrooms and modern bathrooms provide a restful retreat. Located just a short walk from the Hurunui River, guests can enjoy fishing for Brown trout and Salmon or explore nearby walking and cycling tracks that showcase the beauty of the region. If you're up for a day trip, Hanmer Springs is just 40 minutes away, offering even more to explore. Tussock Cottage shares a site with Flax Cottage, and both can be booked together for larger groups or families travelling together. Whether you're after a family-friendly holiday base, a romantic couple’s escape, or a rural break from the hustle and bustle, Tussock Cottage offers a charming stay with all the comforts of home in a beautiful countryside setting. Please note that there is another property on site that may be occupied during your stay. It is also available as a holiday rental through Bachcare and can be booked in conjunction with this house. You can search PID 1181926 to find that property.Please 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 ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### 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: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109410000/109403100/109403053/da7ed791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Friendly on Forest! 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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 659362 ## About the area Hurunui is home to this holiday home. Hawarden Golf Club and Sherwood Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hurunui High Country Track and Iron Ridge Quarry Sculpture Park. Flaxmere Garden and Weka Pass Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Hurunui travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hurunui.dx553248635975860680) [View more Holiday homes in Hurunui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hurunui-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635975860680-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-42.857563,172.8249&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:tvpdGszy%7D_%40%3FU%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40S%40U%40UBS%40U%40UBQBUBSBUBQDUBSDSDSBUDQDSFSDQFQFUDQFQFQFSFQHQFMHQFSHMHSHMHQHOHOJMHOJOJMHOJKJMJMJMLKJKJMLKJKLKLGLMJGLKLILGLINGLILILENGLELENELGNENELENALCNENANCLCNAN%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FN%40NBLBN%40NBNDL%40NDNDLDLFNDNDLDLFLDNHLHLFLHLFLHLFLJLLJFLJLJJJLLJJJJJLJLJLJJJNJLHNJNHLHNHNJPHLHRFLHRFLHPFPFPHRFPFPDPFTDPFPDRDRDPDTDRBRDRBRBRBTBRBTBPBT%40T%40R%40TBT%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%40T%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAT%3FRATAT%3FRCTATARATCTCPCRCTCTCTCPETCPERETEPEPETGPEPGTEPGPGPIPGRGPIPGNIPGLIRILKPININILKNILKNKNKJKNKJKLKLKHMJKLMJMJKFMJMLMFMHMFMHMHMFOHMDMFMFOBODMDMFODODM%40ODOBO%40MBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOGMAOAMEOEOGMEOEMCMGOGMEMIMGOIMIMGMIMKKIMKMGMKKKMMKKKIMMKMKKKOKKIOKOKMIOKMIOIOIQIMISIMGQISGMIQGSGQGQGQEQGUGQEQGUEQEQCUESEQCUEUCQCUCUCSCQAUAUCSAUAUASAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xwwxpSCLVbuRl1ITs2i3xhu5tlU=) Canterbury, Canterbury ### What's nearby - ![Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113004/4ed7da13-afe4-4a34-8281-81290a9dc2e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve 56 min drive \- 43.0 miles - Culverden Gallery 25 min drive \- 14.6 miles - Hawarden Golf Club 27 min drive \- 14.3 miles - Flaxmere Garden 34 min drive \- 18.5 miles - Waipara Springs Winery 39 min drive \- 26.0 miles ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) 73 min drive ### Restaurants - Mac's Diner And Takeaways 20 min drive - Red Post Cafe 20 min drive - Culverden Tea Rooms 20 min drive - The Culverden Hotel 20 min drive - Hurunui Hotel 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage? ### Where is Hurunui River Retreat - Tussock Cottage located? ## Have a question? 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