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The old bakery

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 315 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The old bakery

The Old Baker's Cottage
Located near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, this cute cottage, built around 1918, makes for an excellent centrally located place to stay in Christchurch. With a double and a single bedroom it is a great place for a couple or three people
The property is fully fenced; sunny and warm with an enclosed backyard. If any fruits and vegetables are ready for harvesting, feel free to pick some and use them in your cooking.
The cottage has recently had a make-over. New carpet was laid in both bedrooms and living area with new thermo-coated curtains covering the windows. All walls were painted and a new shower cubicle and toilet were installed in the bathroom. All add to a fresh and clean environment where it is a pleasure to stay. The cottage is fully furnished, cosy, rustic, and TV-free. Wi-Fi has been connected though. The heat-pump warms the whole house. All linen is provided.
The inner city of Christchurch, the Botanical Garden, Museums and Art Galleries (3km away) can be reached easily. Busses depart only 50 m away from the front door, on Colombo Street, the main road which runs through the city centre. A supermarket, a number of fast food outlets and public parks (one with playground) can be found within easy walking distance of the cottage.
Christchurch calls itself the 'Garden City' and looks pretty at any time of the year. A walk along the close by Heathcote River is a delight at any time of the year.
Christchurch is renowned across the country for its stunning mountain bike trails. The cottage is located near the more extreme tracks on the Port Hills and in Victoria Park. These areas also boost many walking tracks. The Christchurch Adventure Park is only a few km away. There's outdoor adventure to suit every level.

Property manager

Ellen

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 161 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Sydenham, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch Casino - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Armadillo's Beckenham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪5th Street - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Moon Under Water - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The old bakery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The old bakery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The old bakery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The old bakery located?

Located in Sydenham, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Colombo, Bridge of Remembrance and Riverside Market. Cashel Street Shopping Area and High Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The old bakery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kaz W.

Great Location
Property is in a great location, however it feels a little run down. No modern touches i.e. microwave, TV, working freezer or hair dryer. Quite a few spider webs, and lacked some thoughtful touches, like milk, or enough toiket paper for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient in Christchurch
Not too far from the city. Plenty of food nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Loved the retro cottage. Nice and quite and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill and Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The old Bakery cottage
A delightfully comfortable and homely cottage with everything we needed. An easy place to stay with good parking. Our grandchildren came by and we loved playing "Fish". Centrally located with nearby supermarket and eateries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Longer than planned
We had to stay 2 extra nights because flights were cancelled. Ellen was so helpful and accomodating. Really appreciated her support
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rawson family
Absolutely fantastic. The property is amazing. Everything is there. Immaculate and very cozy. Great feeling when walking inside. Very stress free and great location. I 100% would love to stay there again. The host is amazing too. Couldn't ask for more. Thank you so very much. Am planning another trip in a few months and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A., Gisborne NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
missng
May have left a jacket in the wardrobe and do not know how to contact the owner. Will send them a stamped addrressed pack to return it to me. Many thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

rob m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic chch stay. Just awesome.
Classic wee chch property, well located and with plenty of utilities close by. Comfy beds, great water and great comms with the host. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bakery
Great central location. Private with easy parking. Clean and comfortable! Great place to start our NZ adventure 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
-
This is comfortable reasonably priced accommodation which matches the online description that we found at the last minute. It is a bit out of the way from where we normally stay but we would consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious place near the city
Great location near city centre. Lovely backyard with seasonal garden and spacious house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stanley, McKinleyville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gate and key system were awkward and would have been tough in the dark. At first the property seemed dated, but the next day it appeared charming and we loved the history. Bar soap wasn’t apparent so we bought some. When we went to cook, the lighter was empty (bought one) and the gas didn’t work or was out or we were doing something wrong. We were never able to cook. Not to sell this place short, though, parking and neighborhood was great and a close drive to the city center. The bed was comfortable and soon the charm of the place quickly overtook me. Backyards needed some upkeep but super pleasant if we had the time to enjoy. If you’re looking for a cottage with no TV or microwave, but everything else you need, this is a unique place to stay. We felt sad when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
We have stayed here previously and enjoyed it as much this time as the first. The location suited us perfectly. The cottage is very clean and the beds are very comfortable. It is well stocked with everything that you need. Ellen is a wonderful host. Thanks Ellen.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
This property was well represented by the description. Good location close to city transit and grocery etc. very quiet and comfortable. Great garden and host was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chillin in NZ
The property itself, Is awesome. The main bedroom caters for everyone. The second bedroom is small but will cater for most people but not 6-foot giants. The whole place is very cozy and comfortable. I just wanted to chill out. I was glad I took my laptop and was able to use the WI-FI. There is no TV In the cottage. This is ok for a couple of days. The cottage could do with a Microwave. The nearby takeaways are very generous. So could do with the microwave. All takeaways and grocery shops all within walking distance. If you are renting a vehicle just be aware of the drive way next to the property. This is a great place to stay Would do it again.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, comfortable and cute
Wonderful stay. Very sweet place, and good location. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nance S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sydenham
Basic but comfortable had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place to come back to
We really enjoyed our stay, so much that we're aiming to be back next time we visit christchurch!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very handy
I was interested in staying because it is handy to my very elderly parents. It worked really well for me. Thanks so much for having this place available
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister stay
Very neat, warm and tidy, easy to find. Comfortable beds Will be lovely in summer to use back garden. Didn't really miss a tv.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bakery Grows on you
When we first arrived the old bakery appeared a bit defensive with its tall fences and not a lot of street appeal, but once we went inside it had a cosy homliness about it and was clean and kind to us. Beds were comfortable, lots of power points for device charging, strong jet shower and everything you needed was available. I went to the anytime fitness gym that was just across the road and the supermarket just a couple of minutes walk. While very close to the main street, the actual street was a dead end and nice and quiet. It was very easy to get a car park on the street in front of the house. We really enjoyed our stay and appreciated the easy contact with the owner. Such good value I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Bakery
Absolutely loved this delightful cottage. Our second stay and as enjoyable as the first time. Very peaceful and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
Very tidy. Cute little cottage. Very good location. Perfect accomodation for a few nights. Really enjoyed my stay, would definitely recommend to others and come back. The only thing is the heating is not that great, heat pump doesn’t work very well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect break in the old Bakery
Was perfect for us.As we are keen walkers we could walk into the centre of the city explore the city and back again. Adorable quiet and very comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Would choose to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm & Cosy Cottage
Beautifully appointed with obvious attention to detail. Very clean and cared for. Great location in quiet street though only minutes from main roads, shops and all facilities. Interesting history too. Our sanctuary should we stay in Christchurch again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023