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Banks Peninsula Escape

2.0 star property
Cottage in Birdlings Flat

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Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Interior
Interior
Internet, bed sheets
Banks Peninsula Escape provides everything that you need.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

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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.

Banks Peninsula Escape

A unique and modern getaway only 40 minutes from CHCH. Perfect for a quickand easy getaway mid week for something completely different. Right next to Lake Forsyth, Lake Ellesmere and the beach.

Our little house is quite new and very warm. 3 large sliding doors open out on to a private courtyard and vast Doc land. Very quite and peacefull full of bird life.
Dogs welcome but are $20 per dog xtra and please don’t let them loose near doteril colony outside house on the beach.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

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
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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

About the area

Map
Birdlings Flat, Canterbury Region

What's nearby

  • Lake Forsyth - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 35 min drive - 53.8 km
  • University of Canterbury - 36 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 37 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Sumner Beach - 44 min drive - 56.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little River Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The One Next Door - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Junction Coffee & Eats - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Banks Peninsula Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Banks Peninsula Escape?

As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banks Peninsula Escape on 3 Dec 2025 start from AU$159.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Banks Peninsula Escape?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Banks Peninsula Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Banks Peninsula Escape located?

Situated in Birdlings Flat, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Forsyth and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Lake Ellesmere. Banks Peninsula and Wainui Banks Peninsula are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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