Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Halfmoon Cottage features accommodations with a garden and free Wifi. This homestay offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The homestay provides garden views and a picnic area. Each room includes a shared bathroom. At the homestay, each unit includes bed linen and towels. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 45 miles from the homestay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
2.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    Fabulous property in fantastic location. Meticulously cared for with beautiful gardens
  • Marie
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a delightful place. The owners are friendly & helpful. They work hard to keep up a beautiful old house along with gorgeous flower gardens. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. They had lots of suggestions of places to visit. The location...
  • Steve
    United States of America United States of America
    Cleanliness. Gardens were gorgeous. Quiet and peaceful. Friendly.

Managed by Cor & Margo Halfmoon Cottage

Company review score: 10Based on 56 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are an enthusiastic couple from The Netherlands who first visited New Zealand in 1997 and after visiting again in 2013 started the immigration process. Our goal was New Zealand, our dream was Halfmoon Cottage and on the 17th of July 2015 we became the proud owners. We speak Dutch, German, English, and a little bit of French and we invite you to come and stay with us in our little slice of paradise in the Akaroa area. Cor & Margo

Property info

Nestled at the head of Akaroa Harbour, Halfmoon Cottage offers comfortable accommodation. Spacious bedrooms, shared facilities as shower, dining, lounge, kitchen. Beautiful gardens with hammocks and verandas around the whole house to relax and follow the sun or shade just as you like. Well-equipped kitchen and BBQ facilities. Enjoy a bike ride or walks to explore the harbour and surrounding mountains and bays. Bus stops at the Cheese Factory.

Neighborhood info

Akaroa is founded by a small group of French colonists in 1840. Oldest city in Canterbury. The town possesses many historical buildings in French style, narrow streets and a pretty harbour. In the middle of the town is a beach where you can swim. Our guesthouse Halfmoon Cottage is a 5 bedroom villa from 1896, homelike decorated and self catering. We are situated in Barry's Bay which is 12 km before Akaroa, a short drive of 10/15 minutes. View from the cottage is on to the Onawe Pa. Easily to walk from the cottage and on top of this island you have a 360 view over the harbour.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of Halfmoon Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Dutch

    House rules

    Halfmoon Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Halfmoon Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    FAQs about Halfmoon Cottage

    • The prices at Halfmoon Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Halfmoon Cottage is 3.7 miles from the center of Akaroa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Halfmoon Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Halfmoon Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.