Title: Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6352988&destination=Lyford%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=122684856&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise ## Photo gallery for Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise ![Interior - Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise (Mount Lyford Village)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122690000/122684900/122684856/2d7042e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise (Mount Lyford Village)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122690000/122684900/122684856/4b6a5a82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise (Mount Lyford Village)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122690000/122684900/122684856/1a4bfd90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom - Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise (Mount Lyford Village)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122690000/122684900/122684856/5706b9a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise (Mount Lyford Village)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122690000/122684900/122684856/235d25ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Parking available £117 includes taxes & fees 21 Mar - 22 Mar ## 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. ### Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise Tucked just south of Mt Lyford Village, Colina Cottage is the perfect place to slow down, breathe in the crisp country air, and reconnect with nature. This charming wee retreat offers all the comforts of home, surrounded by idyllic scenery and an abundance of wildlife. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a peaceful stay. The fully equipped kitchen is ready for you to whip up your favourite meals, and the bathroom includes a shower, toilet, basin, and washing machine for your convenience. The cosy bedroom features a comfortable queen-sized bed – ideal for long, restful nights after a day of exploring. The spacious lounge is a guest favourite, with a large window that looks out over the pond and towards the majestic Mt Lyford. Curl up on the couch with a good book, or simply sit back and watch the ducks, bellbirds, and moreporks as they go about their day. Please note: \- Colina Cottage is located on a working property, so please take care around vehicles and avoid entering fenced or private areas such as paddocks or sheds. \- Expect to be greeted by plenty of friendly wildlife – from Australian coots and ducks to the occasional heron. In the evenings, you might even spot the eels in the pond coming up for a feed! \- Guests are welcome to wander around the ponds, but please be respectful of the owners’ privacy. Don’t hesitate to say hello if you see us out and about – we love meeting our guests! \- You may spot our two friendly resident dogs during your stay — they love to say hello! Tess, our playful border collie, has plenty of energy and a fondness for chasing cars, while Diesel, our easygoing chocolate lab, has an excellent nose for food (so best not to leave any treats unattended!). We do our best to make sure they don’t bother you, but if they pop by for a quick greeting, just know they’re harmless and always happy to make new friends. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/912700/912628/54cd6e6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edit Hanmer Springs Hanmer Springs - 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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. ## About the area Lyford is home to this cottage. Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Waiau Ferry Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Stewart and Mount Peter. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Colina Cottage - Your Little Pocket of Paradise 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark D. 27 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location is fantastic and the house with perfect for our short stay. The hosts were friendly and the dogs even more so. ##### Mark D. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah G. 1 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great accommodation ##### Sarah G. 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