Halfmoon Cottage

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Historic Setting: Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa offers a unique homestay experience within a historic building. The property is highly rated for its beautiful garden and attentive host. Comfortable Accommodations: Guests enjoy a ground-floor unit with garden views, a shared bathroom, and a work desk. The cottage features parquet and carpeted floors, a seating area, and a wardrobe. Outdoor Spaces: The property includes a terrace, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Bicycle parking and barbecue facilities enhance the outdoor experience. Convenient Location: Located 45 mi from Christchurch International Airport, Halfmoon Cottage provides free WiFi and free on-site private parking. The reception staff speak German, English, and Dutch.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Miller
    United States United States
    “We really enjoyed hiking the roads on the hills behind the cottage. We had amazing views from them. Also, the road that leads to the bay's peninsula - beautiful walk up the peninsula. A little cheese factory where they sell some meats, cheeses,...”
  • Arthur
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great location and beautifully maintained gardens. The owners were lovely.”
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    “Fabulous property in fantastic location. Meticulously cared for with beautiful gardens”
  • Marie
    United States United States
    “This is a delightful place. The owners are friendly & helpful. They work hard to keep up a beautiful old house along with gorgeous flower gardens. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. They had lots of suggestions of places to visit. The location...”
  • Steve
    United States United States
    “Cleanliness. Gardens were gorgeous. Quiet and peaceful. Friendly.”
  • Carmen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Amazing place to spend some time and close to Akaroa. Hosts are really friendly and happy to share some information about hiking spots around the area. One of the best places I staid in during my visit in New Zealand. Hopefully I will be able to...”
  • Helen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was very clean, awesome facilities and friendly hosts.”
  • Anthony
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location was stunning, and gardens impeccably kept. Cor and Margo very welcoming and friendly but also chilled, which made it feel like a home from home.”
  • Sheena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful house in a great location. Spotlessly clean. Quiet. Lovely helpful hosts. Best place ever.”
  • Corinne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We loved halfmoon cottage, the setting and its beautiful garden .....wished we were staying for more than one night. It's the perfect place for a lovely long relaxing weekend. The owners were just lovely and so super helpful. We would love to come...”

Managed by Cor & Margo Halfmoon Cottage

Company review score: 9.9Based on 99 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are an enthusiastic couple from The Netherlands who first visited New Zealand in 1997 and after visiting again in 2013 started the immigration process. Our goal was New Zealand, our dream was Halfmoon Cottage and on the 17th of July 2015 we became the proud owners. We speak Dutch, German, English, and a little bit of French and we invite you to come and stay with us in our little slice of paradise in the Akaroa area. Cor & Margo

Property info

Nestled at the head of Akaroa Harbour, Halfmoon Cottage offers comfortable accommodation. Spacious bedrooms, shared facilities as shower, dining, lounge, kitchen. Beautiful gardens outdoor seating and verandas around the whole house to relax and follow the sun or shade just as you like. Well-equipped kitchen and BBQ facilities. The house and gardens are not wheelchair friendly. Enjoy a bike ride or walks to explore the harbour and surrounding mountains and bays. Bus stops at the Cheese Factory.

Neighborhood info

Akaroa is founded by a small group of French colonists in 1840. Oldest city in Canterbury. The town possesses many historical buildings in French style, narrow streets and a pretty harbour. In the middle of the town is a beach where you can swim. Our guesthouse Halfmoon Cottage is a 5 bedroom villa from 1896, homelike decorated and self catering. We are situated in Barry's Bay which is 12 km before Akaroa, a short drive of 10/15 minutes. View from the cottage is on to the Onawe Pa. Easily to walk from the cottage and on top of this island you have a 360 view over the harbour.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Dutch

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property does not accept group bookings bigger than 4 people.

Please note that booking more than 2 rooms are not permitted.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.