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Entire home·Private host

Royale on Cheese

Holiday home in Castle Hill with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Interior
Experience the tranquil majesty of New Zealand's mountains at this luxurious double-decker chalet. Enjoy breathtaking views of Craigieburn & Torlesse Mountain Ranges and immerse yourself in a remote paradise with walking tracks through native beech forest, lakes, caves, and skifields just around the corner.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Royale on Cheese

Welcome to a luxurious double-decker chalet in the heart of NZ's cutest village. With room for the whole family, you have views of the majestic Craigieburn & Torlesse Mountain Ranges and the giants' molars boulder formations featured in the Lord of the Rings and Narnia films. Immerse yourself in a remote mountain paradise just over an hour's drive form Christchurch, with tranquil walking tracks through native beech forest just at your back door, and a short drive to lakes, caves and skifields.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,830 square feet

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Terrace/patio

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Castle Hill, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 13 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 22 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 24 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 52 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porters Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • Flock Hill Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is Royale on Cheese pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Royale on Cheese?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Royale on Cheese?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Royale on Cheese located?

Situated in Castle Hill, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve and Porters Ski Area. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area and Rakaia Gorge are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Royale on Cheese Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home from home

Everything about this home was perfect, from the delicious jacuzzi it he homely lounge and dining area to the well kitted out kitchen. And it’s located in one of the most gorgeous landscapes on the world
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Georgie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

We loved our time at this Bach. Great location and the house is very spacious for a family stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Mieke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Well equiped, we enjoyed the spa. The place is defenitly a ski resort, a bit strange in summer. Far from shop or restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025