Beachfront vacation rentals in Canterbury Region

Waituhi at Whitehorse Bay ~ wrapped in nature

Waituhi (Glowing Waters) sits within lush gardens and temperate rainforest just above the wild Tasman Sea. With stunning views in a dreamlike setting, you will instantly relax & recharge. One of only three homes sharing private Whitehorse Bay, it's perfect if you want a beach all to yourself. Step through the garden onto one of the Coast's most scenic and undiscovered beaches. Enjoy glowing sunsets and wild West Coast storms. Wrapped in nature ~ This is 'end of the earth' escapism at its best!

Beautiful cottage with mountain and sea views

Watch the sunset over the Tasman Sea from the deck of this beautiful character cottage, or walk out the door directly across to the beach, with stunning views back to the Southern Alps. Enjoy the peace and beauty of the Ōkārito Lagoon, surrounding National Park, native forest walks and bird life, including tui, kōtuku (white heron) and kiwi. Listen to the sound of the sea & the call of ruru NZ's native morepork owl. High quality linen, towels, Free Wi-Fi, fridge/freezer, tea and coffee included.

Coastal Sands Escape 1 bed 1 bath with sofa bed

Beautifully located by New Brighton beach, this newly built 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 2-storey property is the perfect escape. Explore all that New Brighton has to offer, with the beach just a 2-minute walk away, along with The Pier and He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools. Guests love the lovely position near beach restaurants. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, or dine out at local eateries. Enjoy the sunny courtyard while soaking up the sun. Wi-Fi is available throughout for your convenience.

Tasman West - on the beach!

Our home is 'on the beach' and is situated midway between Greymouth and Punakaiki. We offer a self contained unit on the ground floor of our home. The beach is just a few steps away and is great for walking. Punakaiki is 20 minutes from the house, Greymouth is also 20 minutes and Hokitika airport is a 50 minute drive to the south. Greymouth offers a range of eateries and there is a pub and hotel in Punakaiki. We are situated on state high way 6, which is well known for its spectacular scenery.

Church Bay Hideaway - Beach Access & Sea Views

Unwind in our peaceful retreat, just 30 mins from Christchurch, where you'll be captivated by breathtaking sea views and have access to a secluded beach and jetty. Enjoy the warm embrace of all-day sunshine in this north-facing paradise, offering a perfect blend of seclusion and convenience, with amenities a mere 2-minute drive away. Escape reality, nestled among native NZ trees serenaded by beautiful birdsong. Embrace endless activities or relish in doing nothing at all – the choice is yours!

Stargazer’s Luxury Retreat

For those who fancy a luxury escape; Stargaze the Milky Way from your own luxury outdoor bath, then come inside to a toasty warm fire. Enjoy the comfort of a king size bed with luxury linen, looking directly through to the lake and mountains beyond. In the bathroom, relax in our freestanding bath or enjoy a rain shower for two. Take in unobstructed views of the lake and mountains from your lounge room by day, and cosy up on the couch or wool beanbag for a movie at night. This is paradise.

Te Onepoto lodge Sumner, breakfast, spa, L8 chkout

The most relaxing break in CHRISTCHURCH city with spa. Early check in / late checkout ok. Enjoy complimentary breakfast overlooking Taylors Mistake beach in the affluent suburb of Sumner. This stunning 80 sq metre apartment set in a rustic bach environment is everything you need. Sleep to the sound of surf below and wake to the beauty of the sunrise and sound of native birds in the NZ bush. Enjoy the four metre window seat looking across the bay

Beachfront Retreat on Revell - Sunsets & Fire Pit

Welcome to our beloved beach house in Hokitika! We purchased this property as our New Zealand private escape to paradise and have been slowly improving it year on year. With its absolute beachfront location, our lovely home offers stunning views of the ocean and even allows you to watch both the sun and the moon set from the comfort of the lounge. Now, we're excited to share it with the wider world and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Akaroa Coastal Cabin

Stay in a beautiful cabin in a unique and private location. Experience Banks Peninsula by treating yourself to a stay at our coastal retreat about 3km from Akaroa. Our cabin has walking only access through native bush with magnificent sea views. The cabin is very cosy and has a queen bed, outside covered veranda/deck with kitchen/BBQ, private bathroom, private outdoor spa bath, air-conditioning, DVD/CD player and Bluetooth stereo.