Title: Anama School House Country Retreat 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 # Anama School House Country Retreat Holiday home in Surrey Hills with fitness centre and outdoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/ea28106c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/b47d083c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/fd45851c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/4c270232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116940000/116935700/116935659/69dabbf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golfing on-site, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Anama School House Country Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Anama School House Country Retreat Come and unwind at the Anama School House – a beautifully restored slice of history nestled in the heart of Mid Canterbury. Originally built in the early 1900s, this former school has been lovingly converted into a warm and welcoming country getaway. Surrounded by rolling farmland, the Anama School House is perfect for a peaceful retreat or a base to explore the region. Inside, you’ll find cozy, character-filled rooms with vintage touches, a fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of space to relax. If you want a country get away - this is the perfect spot! With a swimming pool and tennis court to enjoy, you'll have more than just the country air to keep you entertained. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Golf - Gym - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37911700/37911613/19783f8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Somers holiday cottage Mt Somers - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=37911613&PinnedHotelID=37911613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37957400/37957328/e29de837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lookout: Waterfalls & Ancient Forest Walks-Peel Forest Boutique Holiday Home Geraldine - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=37957328&PinnedHotelID=37957328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096000/91095952/f027bd87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Take a Break in the Country - 1 Bedroom Apartment Ashburton - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=91095952&PinnedHotelID=91095952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load the dishwasher Gather used towels Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights and lock the doors Put all used towels in the laundry. Turn off all heaters, heat pumps and lights. Lock the key pad on your way out by pressing the 'lock' symbol on the door. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Note from host: We have a dog on the other side of the property. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties I may allow more events, please request in advance ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: I may allow more events, please request in advance 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¢er=-43.774223,171.38846&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xwcjG%7Bhau_%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40SBU%40U%40UBSBUBUBQBSDUBUDUDQBUDODUFQDUFQFUDQFQFQFQFSHQFQHQFQHOHQHOHQHMHOJOJMHOJMHOJOLMHMJKLMJMJILMJKLKLKLGJKLILKLILGNILILELGNELILENELENENELENCLANENANCLCNAN%3FNCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%3FN%40NBLBN%40NDN%40LBNDNDLDNDLDNDLHLDNFLDLHLHNFJHLJLHLJLFJJLJLJJLLHJLJJJLJLJLJNJNJLHJJPHNHNHLJPHNHPFNHPFPHPFPFRHPFPFPDPFTDPFTDPDTDNDTDPBTDTBTBRBPBTBTBRBT%40T%40T%40RBT%3FT%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FTAR%3FTAVAT%3FRCTATATARCTCTCRCTCPCTCRETCTEPETEPERERGREPGTEPGPGRIPGPGPIPGPIRGLIPINKPILININKPIJKNKNKLKNKJKNKJKJMJKJMJMJKJMHMJMFMLKFOHMFMHMDOHMDMFODMFOBMDODODMBOBODO%40M%40OBOBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAO%3FOCMCOAOAOEMCOCMEOEOEMCOGMEMGOEMIMEMIOGMIMGMMMGKKMIMKMKKKMKKKKKMOKKIKMOKMIOKOIMKOKOIOIMIQIOIQIMGSIQGQIQGQGQGSGQEQGUGQESGSESEQCUEQEUCUESCUCQCUCSCUAUASCUAUAUASAU%3FWAU%3FS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ru-BtSuVlx64fuwnb1JUJlevS88=) Surrey Hills, Canterbury Region #### What's nearby - Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 37 min drive - 29.0 miles - Rakaia Gorge - 37 min drive - 30.4 miles - Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 39 min drive - 32.0 miles - Ashburton Domain - 46 min drive - 36.9 miles - Lake Hood - 54 min drive - 35.7 miles #### Restaurants - ‪The Udder Dairy - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stronechrubie - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mount Somers Tavern - ‬10 min drive - ‪Cafe Mayfield - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stronechrubie Country Restaurant & Chalets - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Anama School House Country Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Anama School House Country Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Anama School House Country Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Anama School House Country Retreat? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Anama School House Country Retreat located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 11 mi (17.6 km) from Staveley Historical and Geological Centre and within 25 miles (40 km) of Awa Awa Rata Reserve and The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course 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