Farm Stay in Canterbury
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this farm stay rental
ELLESMERE HIDEAWAY
This lodge styled 3 bedroom farmhouse with optional (extra) sleepout is uniquely located in a private bay of the famous Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere). The sweeping lawn runs down to the lake itself and the views from the living areas of the house including master bedroom are nothing short of spectacular. You’ll be snug no matter what the weather or season thanks to the ambience of the large log-fire and ample dry wood supply.
If you enjoy seeing or photographing rare and shy wetland birds, you’ll be blown away with what can materialize for the patient observer. Bittern, kotuku (white heron), white faced heron, marsh and spotless crake, crested grebe, dabchick, pied stilt, banded dotterel, kingfisher, terns, gulls including passing flocks of black billed gulls, shags, scaup, grey teal, mute and black swans, shoveler ducks, mallards, pukeko, Canada geese, paradise ducks, and more.
The location is tucked away for the ultimate privacy, with large deck, private jetty, expansive lawns, kayaks, and BBQ, complimenting the modern facilities inside, Ellesmere Hideaway is perfect for a relaxing break or quality family time, all less than an hour from downtown Christchurch. Lake Ellesmere is one of the largest lakes in NZ, but with a swampy edge around most of its perimeter getting close to appreciate its special natural features is quite difficult, making the proximity of ‘Ellesmere Hideaway’ that extra bit unique.
Leeston, just 5 minutes away, has cafes and restaurants, Fresh Choice grocery store, bottle store, hardware store, gas station and more.
Pets are OK subject to prior approval. LINEN IS NOT PROVIDED. Please bring King sheets for the master bed and single size for the two other rooms plus pillowcases and towels.
This lodge styled 3 bedroom farmhouse with optional (extra) sleepout is uniquely located in a private bay of the famous Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere). The sweeping lawn runs down to the lake itself and the views from the living areas of the house including master bedroom are nothing short of spectacular. You’ll be snug no matter what the weather or season thanks to the ambience of the large log-fire and ample dry wood supply.
If you enjoy seeing or photographing rare and shy wetland birds, you’ll be blown away with what can materialize for the patient observer. Bittern, kotuku (white heron), white faced heron, marsh and spotless crake, crested grebe, dabchick, pied stilt, banded dotterel, kingfisher, terns, gulls including passing flocks of black billed gulls, shags, scaup, grey teal, mute and black swans, shoveler ducks, mallards, pukeko, Canada geese, paradise ducks, and more.
The location is tucked away for the ultimate privacy, with large deck, private jetty, expansive lawns, kayaks, and BBQ, complimenting the modern facilities inside, Ellesmere Hideaway is perfect for a relaxing break or quality family time, all less than an hour from downtown Christchurch. Lake Ellesmere is one of the largest lakes in NZ, but with a swampy edge around most of its perimeter getting close to appreciate its special natural features is quite difficult, making the proximity of ‘Ellesmere Hideaway’ that extra bit unique.
Leeston, just 5 minutes away, has cafes and restaurants, Fresh Choice grocery store, bottle store, hardware store, gas station and more.
Pets are OK subject to prior approval. LINEN IS NOT PROVIDED. Please bring King sheets for the master bed and single size for the two other rooms plus pillowcases and towels.
Amenities at Privacy, tranquility, wildlife on your front lawn!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Canterbury
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
The view of the lake and the everchanging birds, was amazing.You immediately exhale when looking out over Lake Ellesmere and watch the swans, spoonbills, herons and other beautiful birds living their lives.Even when the weather changes the scenery is stunning.The bed was very comfy. The lounge seating was comfy and relaxing.Good power in the shower. Wonderful
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Lovely setting albeit a bit away from shoips and restaurants
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Awesome place to stay
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
A wonderful peaceful retreat! Comfy beds, full kitchen, big lounge chairs to sink into, while watching that superb view over a quiet lake. Clean windows helped. Everything you could want in the kitchen. We loved the artwork around the walls and the ambience! The books around gave us history and birdlife and would encourage more days to stay if we had the time! We felt very private and the total silence must have been good for the soul.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(10 Ratings)
"The view of the lake and the everchanging birds, was amazing.You immediately exhale when looking out over Lake Ellesmere and watch the swans, spoonbills, herons and other beautiful birds living their ..."
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