About this property

Beachfront Location: Cave Rock Guest House in Sumner offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and sea views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and TV. Convenient Facilities: Private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, outdoor seating, picnic area, bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, and free on-site parking enhance the stay. Local Attractions: Sumner Beach is a 3-minute walk away. Christchurch International Airport is 14 mi from the property. Nearby attractions include Christchurch Art Gallery and Christchurch Gondola.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Huanxin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    super good location, bar and restaurant is very close, host is very nice. it is a place you cal call it home
  • Noah
    United States United States
    The location was amazing! Gayle and Norm, our hosts, were exceptional- full of information and incredibly helpful. The accommodations were simple, comfortable and very clean. There was outdoor space which was nice. Right across from beach and a...
  • John
    Canada Canada
    Great hosts. Even allowed us to use their surf boards.
  • Ivan
    United States United States
    Very special location on the waterfront in Sumner, just a short ride to funky Lyttleton. Spacious, comfortable room with updated bathroom. Coffee and tea self service.
  • Robert
    United States United States
    Had everything you needed for light meal prep. Huge windows that looked out to a beautiful garden setting. Nice patio for wine / coffee sipping. Gail and Norm were excellent hosts. Comfy bed. Right across from the beach 3 restaurants and an ice...
  • Xiuying
    China China
    Bed was comfortable. Liked the simple and cozy design
  • Kenneth
    United States United States
    We only stayed for one night. But the room is large with a comfortable bed and large bathroom. It is located across the street from ocean. The kitchen had everything needed for preparing meals or to just make coffee.
  • Mike
    Canada Canada
    Penthouse has a beautiful view of ocean. Tons of space, clean and friendly.
  • Sally
    United States United States
    The private room in back with a patio. Nice to sit on the patio and have a coffee. The owners dog is fun (loves to play fetch).
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delightful studio at back of the main house. Hosts excellent and location to die for.

Hosted by Gayle & Norm Eade

9.8
Host Review Score
Gayle & Norm Eade
Cave Rock Guest House is on the beachfront in Sumner, seaside suburb of Christchurch. 20 minutes from the centre of Christchurch, and 40 minutes from the Airport. Sumner Beach is the perfect holiday location, Sumner is a safe swimming and surfing beach and is patrolled during the summer months. There are numerous cafe/bars, restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. Surfboards are hired from the local surf shop and surfing lessons available in the summer months. We have many shops in Sumner Village, including supermarket, hairdresser, pharmacy, bakery, surfshops, bottleshop, clothing stores and giftshops, all a 5 minute walk away. We have three options of accommodation: Garden studio unit - with queen bed and ensuite bathroom, quiet and private with BBQ available and outdoor seating. The Queen Suite which is the entire top storey of our villa, consists of large queen bedroom with ensuite bathroom, and a twin room with ensuite. Kitchenette/breakfast area which overlooks Sumner Beach and Southern Alps. Gorgeous views. Also our standard double room with private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. Please note we live on site.
Gayle and Norm Eade, we are in our mid 60's have been in the hospitality business for many years and have owned three taverns over the years. Norm has also been in the oil industry, having worked on oilrigs for many years. We are semi-retired. We have a lovely dog called Bruce, he is a Springer Spaniel and loves people, we also have a cat and have inherited one other cat who has adopted us and who I now feed so I guess we have two cats in theory. I enjoy playing golf and gardening. We both have electric bikes.
Sumner is a great spot, we have a Sunday farmer's market in the summer, selling all sorts of produce and arts and crafts. Surf lessons are available along the beachfront and are by appoinment. A stroll along the promenade takes you to Scarborough Beach and a lovely cafe for a morning cup of coffee. There is a great coffee culture here in Sumner, we have 8 coffee shop/cafes in Sumner, so you will be spoiled for choice. We have several hill walks for the walkers, and bike trails for the cyclists. There is a 9 hole golf course 15 minutes drive away, which you can have a casual nine hole game. We have a local riding school in Sumner, a 5 minute drive, and lessons can be arranged if required. Best of all you don't need your car you can walk to everything. There is something for everyone in Sumner.
Language spoken: English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
NZD 80 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Cave Rock Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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