Title: Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! 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) # Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! Bayside farm stay in Leeston with a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88880000/88870800/88870714/w1020h765x4y3-56f247b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88880000/88870800/88870714/w1021h768x3y0-50ccdf8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88880000/88870800/88870714/76c0bd13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88880000/88870800/88870714/6bbddf37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88880000/88870800/88870714/w1024h763x0y0-09b65ae4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ellesmere Hideaway, in a private bay on Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere), offers sweeping lawn views and tranquility. Enjoy cozy log-fire evenings after kayaking. 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Farm stay near the bay Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. Room features All guest rooms at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! have comforts, such as fireplaces, as well as More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - Decks/patios, dishwashers and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31430000/31429200/31429198/3f277587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rakaia Huts village with Rakaia River nearby. Great family getaway spot. Pets OK Selwyn District - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 52 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=31429198&PinnedHotelID=31429198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113010000/113006100/113006030/cf573086.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy insulated Cabin 30 km from Christchurch Airport. 3 nights minimum stay $300 Lincoln - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=113006030&PinnedHotelID=113006030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: WiFi ### Things to do - Hot tub ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - On the bay ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shower ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### More - Fireplace - Heating - Washing machine ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets Note from host: Please check with us if you'd like to bring a pet. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! pet-friendly? > Yes, Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! allows pets (limit 1 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!? > As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! on 30 Sept 2025 start from £174.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeston-Hotels-Privacy.h88870714.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! located? > Situated near the bay, this farm stay is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Ellesmere and within 20 miles (32 km) of Lincoln University and Lincoln Event Centre. Larcomb Vineyard and Port Hills are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn! Reviews 10 ### 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thanthong 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place good view ##### Thanthong Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chanel W. 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Love this place will be back ##### Chanel W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki B. 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil location Peaceful and picturesque place to stay by the lake edge. Very handy to the Soldiers Memorial Hall which was my son's wedding venue. We would definitely stay here again for a quiet weekend away. ##### Vicki B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter f. 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular lake view The location is spectacular with absolute water frontage and sweeping views across Lake Ellesmere to the port hills. ##### peter f. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Amenities Exactly as advertised: peaceful and tranquil. Enjoyed watching all the bird life from the porch. Well cared for older home ##### Carol Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very relaxing!! The listing title is very accurate, privacy tranquility and lots of wildlife on your front lawn! I cannot recommend this place highly enough! We had such a great break from civilization, was hard to leave. ##### David H. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025