Title: Home Sweet Home 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 # Home Sweet Home Family-friendly holiday home in Timaru ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/e8110743.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, video games, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/58ddddc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/ff4c600e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/14725aad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/c252c288.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Enjoy the warmth of a log fire in this spacious 3-bedroom home, perfect for families or workgroups. With private parking and an open-plan living area, you'll have everything you need to unwind after a long day - including a fully-equipped kitchen or the option to dine out just minutes away. The kids will love burning off energy on the trampoline and exploring games room filled with arcade games, toys, and board games. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Home Sweet Home No Cleaning Fee!! Looking for family- friendly or workplace accommodation? We tick all the boxes. With 3 bedrooms, open plan living, big log fire, private off street parking on a flat section. Everything you need for cooking but if you don't feel like it a 1 min drive to a restaurant saves that hassle. There is a trampoline and a big back yard for the kids to burn off some energy. Also, a games room with arcade games with toys and board games to keep them amused. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles ### 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) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104370000/104363900/104363881/fed61354.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Retreat - Stylish, newly renovated oceanside property Waimataitai - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=104363881&PinnedHotelID=104363881&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626400/32626336/a605acd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru Marchwiel - Hot tub - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=32626336&PinnedHotelID=32626336&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102010000/102002000/102001931/8ad77a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Find your stay peaceful and comfortable with luxury. 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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 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 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 West End, a neighbourhood in Timaru, is home to this holiday home. South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway. [Visit our Timaru travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru.dx3445) [View more Holiday homes in Timaru](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3445-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-44.398785,171.23132&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hw%7DmGwrbt_%40%3FU%3FU%3FW%40U%40S%3FU%40U%40U%40SBW%40UBU%40SBUBUBSBUDQBUDSDUBQFUDUDQDUFQFSDSFQFQFQHUFQFMHSFOHSHOHQHMHQJOHOJQHOJMHMLMJOHIJOLKJOLKJKLKJKLILKLKJILGLKLINILGLELINELGNELGLENENELENANELCNANCLANCNCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLDNDLFNDLFLDNHLDLFLHNHLJJFLHLJLJJHLJLJJJLJJNJJJNJHJNJLJLJLHNJPHNJNHLHPHPHNFRHNHNFPFPHRFRFPFPDRFRDPFTDPDTDTDPDTBRDTBPDTBR%40TBTBRBT%40T%40RBV%40T%3FT%40T%40R%3FT%40V%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAV%3FTATAR%3FTATCVATARCTCTCRATCTERCPETCTETEPERETEPGTEPGTEPGPGPGTIPGPGRILIPGPINIPIPINKLINKPINKLKLKLKNKJKNKJKLMJKLMJMJKFMJMLMFKHMJOFMHMHMBOHMDMHODMDODMDODMDOBODM%40OBO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCOAMCOAOCMAOEOCMEOEOEMEMEOEMIOEMIMCMIOIMGMKMIKGMMMKMGKKMKKMMKKMMKKOIKKOMMIMKMIOKQIOKMIQIOIQIOIQGQIQGOGQIUGQGQGQEQGUGQEUEQEUGSCQEUEUCUEQCSCUCUCSAUCUASCYASAUAU%3FSAUAU%3FW%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3rQRPkMMnRTp9dntLQ_rD-29A5Q=) Timaru, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Ashbury Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - South Canterbury Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles - Caroline Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Timaru Station - 5 min drive - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk - ‪Coffee Culture - ‬2 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive - ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Home Sweet Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Home Sweet Home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Home Sweet Home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Home Sweet Home located? > Located in West End, this family-friendly Timaru holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Botanic Gardens and Aigantighe Art Gallery. Ashbury Park and South Canterbury Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Timaru Station is 24 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Home Sweet Home 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 ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa B. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families Lots of added extras for families . Very comfortable stay. ##### Lisa B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maree A. 16 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you need Fantastic place with lots of space and everything you need ##### Maree A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### vinu m. 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic House and Host Nicely presented and perfect for a family. ##### vinu m. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew A. 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious property It is a home away from home. ##### Andrew A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie T. 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful home away from home Offers everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. A perfect family home which caters extremely well for young children, offering a variety of fun things to keep them well entertained. Lovely comfy beds too and contains all the amenities you need. Hosts extremely helpful and considerate. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Marie T. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizzie M. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Timaru Stay Warm house and the host had thoughtfully gotten the fire going for us. The beds, bedding and pillows were amazing - so comfortable. Great after a full day of travelling. ##### Lizzie M. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teuila S. 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place to stay We arrived to a warm house. We had evetything we needed for our stay. Thank you so much Corey and Andrea. ##### Teuila S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret O. 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anon It was lovely to get in late at night and the log fire was lit and house was lovely and warm ##### Margaret O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren G. 29 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Cosy and Comfortable My family and I stayed at Corey and Andrea's property for the weekend, whilst visiting Timaru. We couldnt have hoped for a nicer home to call our own. The beds were super comfy, beautiful soft bedding and the shower water pressure was great. We had cooler weather but that meant we were able to make use of their log burner which kept the entire house super cosy. Our kids loved the games room and their selection of DVDs meant we were able to enjoy a family movie night when the rain kept us indoors. Location was fantastic, walking distance to the Lough Park which the kids loved! Thank you again Corey and Andrea. ##### Lauren G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Athene M. 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent, Spacious, Homely This property is situated in a residential area but is a short drive to the town centre and Caroline Bay. It is a large home and is comfortable and cosy. The hosts had the fire set for us with plenty of firewood which had been brought inside for us. The kitchen is well equipped and there were a number of essential supplies available to use. The hosts had kindly left us biscuits and offered we use any herbs or vegetables from the garden. The kitchen has a little wear and tear but this is not an issue. There is a lovely patio where you can sit and enjoy the gardens. Parking is available in close proximity to unload bags. Our stay was very enjoyable and I recommend this property to those who are looking for a home to stay in. So much more than a motel! ##### Athene M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christel C. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and quiet Lovely property that was clean and quiet. It had everything we needed plus a bonus with the bikes for our boys - thank you. ##### Christel C. 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