✨ Welcome to Milns, your Christchurch group getaway! Tucked away in peaceful Halswell, this spacious 5-bedroom holiday home sleeps 12 and brings everyone together. Wake to Nespresso coffee, challenge the family to pool, Xbox or arcade games, then share a BBQ feast in the fully fenced backyard. As evening falls, slip into your private hot tub or unwind in the sauna. With two living areas and Christchurch CBD a short drive away, every moment feels easy. Book your stay and make memories together!
The Space:
❤️ Why You'll Love It
🏡 Sleeps 12 comfortably — 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas for family and friends
♨️ Private hot tub + sauna — your own relaxing retreat after a day of exploring
🎱 Endless entertainment — pool table, arcade games, Xbox 360 and board games
🍖 BBQ + teppanyaki table — make outdoor meals part of the holiday experience
🌳 Fully fenced backyard — with a children's play cottage and space to enjoy the outdoors
🔥 Cosy year-round comfort — gas fireplace, heating and air conditioning
🍳 Full kitchen + Nespresso coffee — everything you need for easy meals and morning coffee
🧺 Washer + dryer — added convenience for families and longer stays
🚗 Free parking + self check-in — an easy arrival and convenient base for exploring
📍 Peaceful Halswell location — approximately 15–20 minutes from central Christchurch
Step inside a warm, spacious home where everyone can enjoy time together without feeling crowded.
With two living areas, there's room for movie nights, friendly competitions or simply curling up by the gas fireplace. The welcoming interiors, comfortable bedrooms and single-level layout make it a wonderful choice for families of different generations.
After a busy day, enjoy a warm bath, settle into the lounge or head outside for a relaxing spa session.
Whether you're here for a family reunion, group getaway or special celebration, you'll have the space to make yourself at home.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements
5 Bedrooms | 8 Beds | 2 Bathrooms
🛌 Bedroom 1 — 1 king bed
🌸 Bedroom 2 — 1 queen bed
🌿 Bedroom 3 — 1 queen bed
⭐ Bedroom 4 — 2 single beds
🍃 Bedroom 5 — 2 single beds
🛋️ Living room — 1 sofa bed
Fresh linens, towels, extra pillows and blankets are provided for a comfortable stay.
🍳 Kitchen & Dining | Gather Around the Table
From morning coffees to big family dinners, the fully equipped kitchen makes mealtimes easy.
☕ Coffee lovers: Enjoy a fresh cup from the Nespresso machine before heading out.
🍽️ Home-cooked favourites: Prepare meals with the oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, full-size refrigerator and essential cookware.
🥂 Meals together: Gather around the dining table, enjoy a relaxed takeaway night or take dinner outdoors for a BBQ or teppanyaki experience.
🎮 Play, Relax & Unwind
There's no shortage of ways to enjoy your time at Milns!
🎱 Game time: Challenge friends to pool, explore the arcade games or fire up the Xbox 360.
🎲 Family fun: Bring everyone together for board games and laughter.
📺 Movie nights: Settle into the lounge with your favourite shows and snacks.
🧖 Spa evenings: Enjoy a soothing soak in the private hot tub or unwind in the sauna.
🔥 Cosy nights in: Relax by the gas fireplace with heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
Enjoy the calm of Halswell while staying within easy driving distance of Christchurch's favourite dining, shopping and attractions.
🚗 Christchurch CBD — approx. 15–20 min drive
🍽️ Riverside Market & The Terrace — approx. 15–20 min drive
🛍️ Cashel Street shopping — approx. 15–20 min drive
🌳 Hagley Park & Botanic Gardens — approx. 20–25 min drive
🚴 Christchurch Adventure Park — approx. 15–20 min drive
✈️ Christchurch Airport — approx. 20–25 min drive
Driving times are estimates and may vary with traffic.
Spend your day exploring the city, discovering local food or enjoying Christchurch's outdoor attractions, then return to your own spacious retreat for a relaxing evening.
💯 Perfect For
☑️ Family reunions — bring everyone together under one roof
☑️ Families with children — plenty of games and activities to keep little ones entertained
☑️ Friends & group getaways — space to eat, play and relax together
☑️ Wedding guests & special occasions — comfortable accommodation for groups gathering in Christchurch
☑️ Christchurch holidays — a welcoming base for sightseeing and adventures
☑️ Extended stays & group business trips — Wi-Fi, laundry and home comforts for longer visits
💬 What Our Guests Love
Our guests regularly highlight the spacious layout, spotless interiors, comfortable beds and fantastic entertainment facilities.
Families love having activities to keep the children entertained while adults relax, and the hot tub and sauna are favourites after a day out.
Guests also appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, convenient location and friendly, helpful hosting.
From multigenerational family holidays to wedding getaways, Milns has helped guests create wonderful memories together.
📅 Ready for Your Christchurch Escape?
From morning coffees and fun-filled afternoons to relaxing spa evenings, Milns is made for quality time, shared laughter and unforgettable group getaways.
✨ Book your Christchurch stay today and make yourself at home at Milns!
Guest Access:
During your stay at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 12, you'll have exclusive access to all the amenities and spaces within the property.
The Neighborhood:
A quite little street in a quite little neighbourhood. Brand new playground and mini bike park, 2 minutes away. Public tennis courts, 5 minutes down the road. Supermarket only 5 minutes by car.
Getting Around:
18 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from town. 2mins to a brand new park, 4 mins to the supermarket and other shops.
Plenty of parking on-site and on the street.
Other Things to Note:
You’ll receive a trusted welcome link after booking with all property details, access codes, Wi-Fi, and easy instructions for your stay. Please take a moment to complete it — it helps us prepare everything for your arrival.
Portacot and high chair are available upon request for a small fee of $25.
Strictly no MOTORCYCLES of any kind are allowed on the property
Motorbikes or motorcycles are not allowed on the property, any gang patches or gang association of any kind is strictly not allowed and will result in immediate eviction.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out!
★ SAFETY DEPOSIT OR DAMAGE WAIVER REQUIRED ★
We understand that accidents can happen. To help protect the space and ensure a worry-free stay, all reservations require either a damage waiver or a safety deposit.
You can choose the option that works best for you: a non-refundable damage waiver ranging from $39 up to $79, which covers accidental damage and normal wear and tear (no deductible) or a refundable safety deposit of $450, which will be returned after checkout as long as no damage is found and all house rules are followed.
If you've already purchased Damage Protection Insurance through a third-party provider, feel free to share your policy with us-we're happy to
review it and we may consider waving the requirement based on your coverage.
Please note: The damage waiver does not cover damage caused by house rule violations.
🔑 Only one property access key/fob is provided as standard. Additional key/fob must be requested before arrival. A replacement fee of NZD $250 applies for each lost key or fob.
Interaction with Guests:
While I won't be available in person, I'm committed to ensuring that your stay at Hidden Gem of Christchurch - Sleeps 12 is as smooth and enjoyable as possible. You can reach out to me through Airbnb chat from 6AM - 12MN, Mondays through Sundays.
C’est dans le quartier Halswell à Christchurch que vous trouverez cette maison de vacances. En quête d'aventure ? Dirigez-vous vers l'emblématique Lyttelton Port. Plutôt envie de vous poser et d'admirer la beauté naturelle des lieux ? Les tout aussi sympathiques Hagley Park et Plage de Sumner n'attendent que vous ! Les agréables Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub et Parc aventure Christchurch Adventure Park méritent aussi une visite. Consultez notre guide de voyage sur Christchurch
Gare ferroviaire de Christchurch - 11 min en voiture
Aéroport international de Christchurch (CHC) - 18 min en voiture
Restaurants
Black And White Coffee Cartel
6 min en voiture
Bombay Butler
5 min en voiture
The Good Home
6 min en voiture
Joes Garage
6 min en voiture
Poca Poca Cafe
5 min en voiture
Foire aux questions
Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement ?
Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.
À combien s’élèvent les frais de parking ?
Un parking est disponible sur place.
Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement Christchurch | 12 couchages | Jacuzzi + Sauna ?
Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 16 h 00.
Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement Christchurch | 12 couchages | Jacuzzi + Sauna ?
Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.
Où se situe l'hébergement ?
Dans le quartier de Halswell, cette maison de vacances vous place à moins de 5 km de Parc agricole de Canterbury, Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub et Chaîne de collines Port Hills. Parc aventure Christchurch Adventure Park est à 4,4 km de distance.
Tous les avis affichés ont été émis à l’issue de vraies expériences de voyage. Seuls les voyageurs qui ont réservé un séjour chez nous peuvent en soumettre. Nous vérifions les avis conformément à nos directives et nous les publions tous, qu’ils soient positifs ou négatifs.Plus d’informationsS’ouvre dans une nouvelle fenêtre
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Propreté
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Emplacement
Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’après 7 avis sur 12.
10 – Excellent
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Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’après 3 avis sur 12.
8 – Bien
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Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’après 1 avis sur 12.
6 – Satisfaisant
1
Note des voyageurs de 4 (Médiocre), d’après 0 avis sur 12.
4 – Médiocre
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Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’après 1 avis sur 12.
2 – Horrible
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Avis
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Mailee S.
22 août 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Clean, nicely set up with sheets, towels, spa instructions etc.
Séjour de 1 nuit en août 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
31 oct. 2024
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Great property for large groups
Well presented property with excellent facilities. We were a group of eight and the sauna, spa, games room and outdoor area were fabulous. A great stay at a good property.
Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2024
Avis vérifié
8/10 Bien
PENI T.
11 déc. 2024
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Truly favourable family getaway
Well worth the Family time out.
Séjour de 1 nuit en décembre 2024
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Erena H.
16 févr. 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Excellent
9 adults could stay comfortably and be well entertained by all the activities available. Would definitely recommend.
Séjour de 2 nuits en février 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
suzanne w.
6 oct. 2024
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
family holiday
we were a family of 5 adults staying 1 night.
communication and check in was excellent
The house was beautiful and clean the beds were comfortable.
It was exactly as advertised,we would have loved to stay longer.
The only thing that could be improved on is information on the use of the sauna
Séjour de 1 nuit en octobre 2024
Avis vérifié
8/10 Bien
Xzania C.
11 août 2024
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Girls trip
Great space for large group.
Lends itself for entertainment.
Stylish.
Séjour de 2 nuits en août 2024
Avis vérifié
8/10 Bien
Hollie T.
13 avr. 2025
Les points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Good for a girls weekend
My friends and I had a good time here, comfy beds and nice warm house with all the things you need and more. Some TLC required around the house plus new pool cues and darts are needed.
Séjour de 2 nuits en avril 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Leone R.
29 juil. 2024
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
The Ohana home
ooh beautiful stay OHANA. Beautiful gem, so highly recommend The Ohana home. My children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews so enjoyed our stay/ time together at the Ohana home. It sure is a beautiful hidden gem. We were so entertained, snuggled up, and catering for a large group was a breeze, just like cleaning The Ohana home was a breeze too. Thoroughly luxurious stay. Easy to find - shout out to your community
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2024
Avis vérifié
2/10 Horrible
Gillian N.
23 mai 2024
Les points forts : Emplacement
Les points faibles : Propreté, communication, exactitude de l’annonce
Disgusted
Sheets had makeup on them duvet cover was filthy , we had to change sheets , etc not excellent kitchen equipment , had to go buy my own vege peeler , no instructions for how to use gas fire or washing machine etc , maintenance on property is terrible , 3 wine glasses for a house that hold at least 8 adults , tried contacting owner but going thro their system they had didn’t work.
Séjour de 4 nuits en mai 2024
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Voyageur vérifié
18 avr. 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Lovely stay
Great place. Quiet, very comfortable beds! Perfect for a family get together. Thanks!