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Million Dollar View - Takamatua Holiday Home

Akaroa, Banks Peninsula (Ref. 1135656)

4.3★

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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3 Customer Review(s)

  • Matthias

    “Instead of enjoying the great location and million-dollar view, this house rather cost us a million nerves enduring the daily construction noise and the obnoxiously loud music played by the workers next door.”

    Kind requests to turn the music off remained unanswered. BachCare’s response to our request to help was sluggish and haphazard (“the music was more akin to background [construction noise] music ”). This makes the property essentially uninhabitable during weekday daytime. Failure to disclose the ongoing major construction and to post misleading outdated aerial images is essentially false advertisement by the owner and by BachCare and a violation of their own rules. If you happen to have ...

    Kind requests to turn the music off remained unanswered. BachCare’s response to our request to help was sluggish and haphazard (“the music was more akin to background [construction noise] music ”). This makes the property essentially uninhabitable during weekday daytime. Failure to disclose the ongoing major construction and to post misleading outdated aerial images is essentially false advertisement by the owner and by BachCare and a violation of their own rules. If you happen to have booked this house anytime in the near future, get a refund and run! There are plenty of decent alternatives from less profit-oriented providers nearby. Minor shortcomings like the non-functioning oven, missing iron/board etc really do not matter anymore in this context.

    - Matthias, March 2024
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Summary

  • Bedroom 1: King
  • Bedroom 2: Queen
  • Bedroom 3: Queen
  • Bedroom 4: Bunk
  • Bathroom 1 with: Shower, Bath, Hand Basin, Toilet
  • Bathroom 2 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
  • TV, Iron, BBQ, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Dryer, Heating
  • Microwave, Fridge Freezer, Hobs, Oven, Wifii
  • Outdoor Bath

Linen

Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.

The property

Within five minutes from the township, this luxury Akaroa accommodation offers an ideal option for a refreshing escape, with designer living and stellar scenery. Welcome to Lushingtons! Located in Takamatua, this stunning holiday home includes modern open-plan living. The floor-to-ceiling glass captures beautiful views no matter the weather, with a wood-burning fireplace to keep you cosy during those cooler stays. For warmer weather, make the most of the fantastic indoor-outdoor flow with generous decking to dine al fresco, or simply soak up the scenery! Special touches include a Nespresso machine to ensure your daily fix is catered for and an outdoor bath for the ultimate relaxation. Lushingtons sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms. The master includes an ensuite bathroom and is fitted with a king-size bed, while bedrooms two and three each have a queen bed and the fourth provides a bunk. To complete your spacious group configuration, a second bathroom services the remaining rooms. Stay on-site and unwind, or set out on an adventure - a quick drive will have you at Akaroa's charming township with a selection of shops, dining options, and boat tours available. Prepare to live lavishly at Lushingtons!

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Please note there is building construction on a neighbouring property so you may experience some noise Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Please BYO favourite Nespresso pods should you like to make use of the Nespresso machine.

Please note there is an outdoor bath for guest use

Please note that the top king single bed with a wooden ladder is only suitable for children due to its weight limitation.

All guests should take care when using the stairs as they are steep and do not have a handrail.

About the location

Situated in the stunning Banks Peninsula of the Canterbury region, Akaroa and its outer bays are simply magical. Experience the blend of French and British architecture in Akaroa itself, or venture out and explore the beautiful outer bays. Discover the colonial past of Akaroa township, while the more adventurous can go sea kayaking or head out to visit the penguin colonies. A harbour cruise to check out the Hector's dolphins and other marine wildlife is a must-do! Just a 90 minute drive from Christchurch. All of our Akaroa holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.