Title: Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635975871011&destination=Ruapuna%2C+Canterbury%2C+New+Zealand&selected=91095952&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment ## Photo gallery for Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment ![Property grounds - Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment (Ashburton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/9633960f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment (Ashburton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/e10a0a05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment (Ashburton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/e99c5ad9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment (Ashburton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/52f7ee25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment (Ashburton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/286404ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a secluded wooded driveway, this self-contained apartment near Geraldine offers expansive views of Little Mt Peel from the entry, lounge or king-size bed. Warm up with underfloor heating in winter or enjoy the summer breeze through the bay doors. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment This apartment is situated 5 minutes off Inland Scenic Route 72 and less than 20 minutes from the friendly farming village of Geraldine. Use the apartment as a launch pad to local activities in Peel Forest (horse treks and bush walks), Lake Tekapo (ice skating, snow tubing, day spa and hot pools), Mt Cook (beautiful scenic walks and helicopter rides), Mt Somers, Methven or just a place to relax and escape from the hustle and bustle of town. We are a working farm running cattle, a couple of chickens and 2 dogs. The space This self contained apartment complete with private access provides a lovely place for a weekend retreat. The apartment is at the end of a wooded driveway, and secluded away from all the noise and rush of town. Guests can take in the expansive views of Little Mt Peel from the entry, the lounge or even while lying in the huge king size bed. You will be kept warm with the luxurious underfloor heating that keeps the apartment at a constant temperature in winter and in summer you can open up the all the windows and bay doors to enjoy the warm summer breeze that comes up from the Rangitata river through the small forest of mixed trees, some of which are over 130 years old. Guest access Parking is at the front of the apartment, at the base of 7 steps up onto the patio area. Other things to note The Californian King size bed can be split into two King singles, if required. There is a 50 inch television in the lounge and a 42 inch television in the bedroom, both televisions have access to Netflix and Freeview channels. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - 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. - 7 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - On a river ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - 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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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 Located in Ruapuna, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Peel Forest Park and Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Geraldine Observatory and Pleasant Valley Daffodils. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment 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 #### Nina W. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great overall just great! super clean and Tracy was absolutely lovely! ##### Nina W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis C. 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best The view is beyond belief.. stunning. So is the environment. It was backed up by a level of care and attention to detail that many could learn from. The rooms were warm (important for folk used to a warm climate ). The bed was super comfortable, there were lots of pillows, extra covers.. There was a good coffee machine. Everything worked. There were well written instructions to everything. Would highly recommend. ##### Denis C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ---