Title: Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! 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) Entire home # Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/60830551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/ff3f773a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/941a22b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/c0e9d41f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97582900/97582823/f3581142.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to idyllic Okains Bay in this luxury three-bedroom home. Unwind on expansive decks, cook up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen or BBQ outside, and relax in the hot tub with Bluetooth speakers. The interior boasts thoughtfully curated spaces, including a main lounge with bespoke stained glass panels and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! This is an award winning three bedroom home in idyllic Okains Bay on Banks Peninsula. Allow yourself to escape and enjoy beautiful scenery and surroundings in a luxury home. This spacious new build has been designed to offer the best in modern conveniences and comfort. The interior has been thoughtfully curated with a mixture of industrial antiques and modern pieces that engage and inspire. Every room has superior beds and linen and blackout curtains complemented with stunning artwork and fixtures. Two expansive decks - one each side of the house, allow guests to enjoy outdoor living all day long. The evening meals can be cooked either outside on the BBQ or in the fully equipped kitchen and you can dine al fresco on the 10 seater outdoor table and chairs. This area also boasts a hot tub with bluetooth speakers so you can while away the evening. Inside there are two superb spaces for you to relax; the main lounge that showcases stunning bespoke stained glass panels that are back-lit to create a beautiful, illuminated ambience. In this space is a huge comfortable couch to sit and chat or relax with a book. In winter, the wood-burning fireplace creates a warm, inviting space. The second space is a media room furnished with a large smart TV with a U shaped couch that can accommodate everyone for a movie night and also doubles as a optional pull out double bed. The stylish media cabinet also holds traditional family games for you to use. Okains Bay Beach is a unspoilt pristine stretch of beach that offers safe swimming without the crowds. Located a short, three minute drive from the house, you can enjoy a day at the beach without worrying about forgetting something as it is a quick drive back. For most of the year, the Okains bay dairy is open and just a stroll down the road to get that well deserved treat! For an immersive cultural experience, the Okains Bay Museum is fascinating and only 5 minutes walk away. If you yearn for an urban experience and well stocked supermarket, Akaroa is a relaxed 20 minute drive away. Here you will find excellent restaurants, an award winning gin distillery and attractions such as the Black Cat Dolphin Experience, mini golf, weekend market and Giant's Garden - a world renowned destination. If you enjoy being surrounded in nature, want to reset and unwind or explore the outdoors, this tranquil location has so much to offer all year round. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.70802%2C173.04659&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=59OC6e6fZeukHu3V_WTdx7AnTN8=) Okains Bay, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Okains Bay Maori & Colonial Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Okains Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Le Bons Bay Beach - 19 min drive - 16.5 miles - Akaroa Wharf - 20 min drive - 13.7 miles - Akaroa Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 13.9 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 105 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Table Six - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Okains Bay Maori & Colonial Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum. Okains Bay Beach is 1.2 mi (2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Okains Bay award winning Luxury Escape - Relax and Rejuvenate! 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda M. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic, fabulous, family fun We so enjoyed our stay, relaxing, seeing dolphins and enjoying all that this accommodation has to offer. ##### Linda M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly R. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Impressive bach Perfect Bach for our family stay, everything you need and so warm! The design and finishing touches of this home are stunning! Thank you for letting us stay. ##### Kelly R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter R. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Okains Bay Fantastic property in a wonderful location. Wouldn't hesitate to return. ##### Peter R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard L. 21 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning weekend Fantastic house - beautifully appointed, modern facilities and super comfortable beds. Felt very lucky to stay there and good value for money ##### Richard L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhona M. 27 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Get Together We arrived Friday to a well appointed Bach - we thoroughly enjoyed the outside patio, hot tub and bbq on Saturday. ##### Rhona M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea J. 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Revitalisation! A really great property with all the amenities you could need. We used the outdoor spa every night, and what a special tranquil vibe with stars and birdsong. A perfect spot for relaxing and revitalising the spirits. ##### Andrea J. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway Beautiful house with everything you need. Very modern, clean and tidy with great communication. Although it is very close to the beach, we loved relaxing in the Spa pool and having a BBQ on the deck as the house has beautiful views. ##### Michelle S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda M. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful, peaceful, getaway My sister and I enjoyed a fabulous 3 night stay (wish it had been longer) in this lovely home with so many individual touches. The welcoming gifts were an added delight and the location perfectly suited us. Communication with Samie was excellent. I look forward to returning; we did not want to leave! ##### Linda M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla G. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and comfortable We had a fabulous time in Okains bay. The property was as expected or better. We loved the heated flooring and such beautiful views from every room. Definitely 5 stars, and we hope to return one day. Thanks!! ##### Kayla G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful stay This home is significantly more beautiful than the pictures can show. It was warm, modern and has incredible art work on every single wall, even the laundry. We didn’t have good weather but sitting and reading in front of the big window with the rural outlook was bliss. The beach is incredible, totally underrated. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin K. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding bach What a perfect bach! Superb attention to detail, very well equipped, nice and warm, close to the beach. And even a hot tub! Hard to find anything better. ##### Martin K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gustavo D. 29 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luxury in Okains bay The house is stunning, the details are amazing.The place is very close to the beach. The beach an amazing place to spend some hours with family and friends. Best Bach I have ever been in NZ. Samie and Vanessa were great hostess. Would go back definitely. ##### Gustavo D. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David K. 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful summer break This has been the highlight of our summer. From the welcome note, to the stylish interior. A well equipped and classy holiday home which has some fabulous artistic features. It has something for everyone with modern and bach-style interests catered for. Many thanks, we would love to return ##### David K. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nils L. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible stay We had the most fantastic stay and the listing (although still beautiful) doesnt capture quite how amazing this home is. We have stayed in over 40 holiday rentals and this is by far our favourite. You have done a wonderful job of creating this gorgeous home and hope that we will be back soon. The interior and finishing touches are superb. Thanks again ##### Nils L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. 18 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### OUTSTANDING Amazing place to stay. The house is beautiful and the interior design & features exquisitely presented. If you like the taste of 'French Rustic' then you will LOVE this place. Decking on both sides enabling you to catch all day sun. The historic Okains Bay store just walking distance down the road. There were 6 of us staying (plenty of room and space) and each and everyone raved about this holiday home. I 100% recommend staying here and I would love to come back and enjoy another holiday/break soon. Thank you Samie :-) ##### Susan M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 10 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of best places you’ll find We enjoyed four days at this beautiful bach. In wonderful Okains Bay, the bach has absolutely everything you need. A well equipped kitchen, user friendly laundry and some of the most comfortable beds (and bedding) we’ve ever used. The home is thoughtfully furnished and worked well for my husband and myself, my mother and our child. There was plenty of space. Warm and welcoming the house would be great for a long or short stay. And the spa and outside areas where an absolute bonus. Thank you for a marvellous stay! ##### Sarah M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarnia K. 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Surprise and Delight From the moment you drive through the gate , this house impresses. Inside was even further more delightful! Perfect for our family of 7 adults and the design of the house creates space & gathering areas that were perfect to feel we weren’t in each other’s way. Modern. Great utilities . Decks for Sun all day and fab outdoor furniture. This house was pure bliss and total relaxtion. A lovely big fridge too! Being a cook & foodie to cater for 7 of us - was pure pleasure in this kitchen. Sound system and spa - icing on the cake. ##### Jarnia K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen D. 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing House Stay here it’s lovely ##### Jen D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oona B. 26 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Luxury Relaxing Stay! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Bach and would have loved to stay longer. The interior design of the house is beautiful and we made full use of the large patios surrounding the property. The beds were comfortable and found everything we needed in the kitchen & bathrooms. The hosts are very responsive and helpful in providing suggestions of local spots to try & to buy from. Highly recommend and we hope to be back soon! ##### Oona B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randal N. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great fantastic modern property This property was amazing , had all the luxuries very relaxing , fantastic bay for a hike or to explore ##### Randal N. 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