In the heart of Akaroa's historic precinct, The Villa Akaroa combines luxury and elegance. Unwind in your spacious suite with a super-king bed, down duvets & pillows, smart TV and full bathroom with underfloor heating. Indulge in gourmet beverage selections, luxe candles and cooking up fresh local produce from the market.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home
Combining luxury with historical elegance, The Villa Akaroa captures an essence that is unmatched. Discover something special this holiday – The Villa Akaroa will not disappoint.
The Villa Akaroa offers pure luxury any time of the year. The Villa Akaroa has been lovingly restored with boutique accommodation in mind. Each suite is generous in size and appointment with super-king beds, down duvets & pillows, space to dine or recline, smart TVs with Netflix, Freeview, Lightbox & SkySport, USB docks by the bed, full bathrooms with underfloor heating, Perrin & Rowe fittings and luxury NZ made toiletries.
Guests will appreciate other indulgent touches such as gourmet beverage selections, luxe candles, slippers, pillow mist & silk eye-masks.
Imagine at the end of a day exploring Banks Peninsula coming home to soak in the clawfoot bathtub.
Foodies will love the gourmet kitchen featuring butler’s pantry stocked with staples, full gas smeg oven and hob, quality cooking & dining ware and fresh herbs from the garden. Perfect for cooking up your fresh fish from the wharf a mere stroll away & fresh produce from the market. The sustainably-minded will appreciate the eco, natural and NZ made products used throughout The Villa Akaroa.
Take your pick from the fine book collection and curl up in the oversized French lounge in front of the fire with a pot of tea. Or recline with a G&T on your private terrace in the sun.
If you venture out, you’ll find yourself in the heart of an historic precinct steps from Akaroa Harbour, cafes & restaurants.
Grand, romantic & indulgent - The Villa Akaroa awaits you Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Netflix
Streaming services
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Golf
Fishing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Akaroa, this cottage is near the beach. Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Golf Club and Fishermans Bay Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Akaroa travel guide
Is Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Akaroa Wharf, Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Lighthouse and St Patrick's Catholic Church are also within 15 minutes.
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Villa Akaroa - Akaroa Pet Friendly Holiday Home Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Lovely location. Beautiful cottage. Loved our bedrooms and the casual atmosphere of the cute house. Also great that there was a lot of condiments etc on offer.
Really enjoyed the stay.
Good Facilities and atmosphere.. Comfortable and spacious. Excellent reading material. Could walk to all the amenities.
peter h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Martin R.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
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Well appointed accommodation, has everything and being winter very cosy with having the heating throughout.
Would like to stay here again if we return to Akaroa.
It’s a magnificent property in an ideal location .. so well equipped and comfortable. The cleanliness was a problem .. dust everywhere, on books and items, dirty bathroom floor with clumps of dust and hair, marks on quilt cover in bedroom, dust and dirt on the floors in the corners of bedroom, some stained and old furniture… for the top peak price that I paid for two nights, this was disappointing
What a beautiful place to stay! Excellent location and lots of interesting old books to read! The fact that they allow pets is a real bonus. Thank you so much for the warm welcome
This place was stunning - heritage, lots of character, welcoming, peaceful Harbourside location in the historic area of the village. Very comfortable, exceptionally well equiped kitchen. Would definitely recommend.
What a superb property. Well appointed, well provisioned and a relaxing lay out. Also very conveniently located.
James H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Terence
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not quite what I thought. A property that is more a museum than a functional place to enjoy. The shower is a disaster in waiting, standing in a narrow bath with a shower curtin that restricts all movement.
The property was amazing, everytime you’ll find another amazing thing/object. Great bedrooms with own bathrooms, the best toiletries ever. Huge beds and just everything you need.
Close to shops and eateries.
Would love to return and enjoy it again.
We had a lovely time at The Villa Akaroa, it was a home away from home. Great kitchen for cooking your own meals and good spaces inside and out for relaxing.
The only issue we had was the skylights above the beds made the bedroom to light early in the morning and would suggest installation of a remote controlled window shade on the inside of the window.
Overall a very nice place.
A lovely Villa with well equipped kitchen and full of interesting curios, books and a good selection of puzzles and board games for rainy days (not that we had any during our stay).
A short walk to beach, shops and cafes and a lovely outdoor area for outdoor dining or just to curl up with a good book.
A beautiful villa renovated to a high standard with so much charm!!
The collection of historic books was impressive as was the artwork
Also our little dogs Annie and Archie were able to look out the front window on their crates and say hello to passers by!
Kitchen very well equipped for full dining:)
And entertaining.
We would love to come again🌻
Our expectations were high and it far exceeded them. the entire place is very special but above all else the kitchen and pantry makes it feel like it your own place for a small window in time.
Nicola M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Lyndsay
18 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication