
Beachfront vacation rentals in Christchurch
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Black Bunker
I really think the photos do not do this place justice. It's way roomier than it looks in photos and the absolute luxury of the place is understated. The huge TV and incredible soundbar in the lounge is perfect for the dreary, rainy weather we had. The fully stocked kitchen has literally anything you could hope for. The underfloor heating kept the whole place wonderfully cozy. The rain shower with the beautiful view had perfect pressure and heated up immediately. And to top it all off, STUNNING views directly from the bed. You can't find better, book this place ASAP!

Purau Bay - Slice of Paradise!
We had a wonderful stay, its a beautiful spot, quiet and very peaceful. James is a great host, messages and replies promptly. The cabin is warm and cosy. The dogs are lovely, its a dog friendly area which was great for us as we brought our dog.

Two storey estuary house, mins walk to beach.
I had a long stay here and thoroughly recommend both the accommodation and the hosts. Colleen and Shelley are lovely hosts, very easy to communicate with and respond very quickly to any questions. They made the stay a pleasure. The place is seconds away from the beach and the estuary, with lovely walks to enjoy. It is a tranquil place to come and relax.

Surf Break Apartment 1
Perfect location for beach and walkable restaurants. Everything was as described. Great patio to hang out.

Surf Break Apartment 2
Sehr charmante Wohnung in kurzer Gehdistanz zum Meer. Die Kommunikation mit Cheryl war äusserst schnell und sehr freundlich. Es war uns sehr wohl.

Warm, sunny, cosy beach house.
Great location and perfect space for what we needed. The bedrooms were a little cold but electric blankets made a big difference once you were in bed. Right by the beach which was beautiful and so great to be able to bring the dog.

Sumner beachfront townhouse
What a great spot! The kids loved being by the beach and playground, and coffee and food was just a short stroll. Ann made up the space perfectly for our family of 5, and there was plenty of bedding and heating. Off street parking was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again.

Sunsoaked seaside 1 bedroom 1 bath
Schöne Unterkunft, nur ein paar Schritte vom Strand entfernt. Einen Parkplatz vor der Tür zu finden war kein Problem. Sehr sauber und gemütlich, das Team von Carebnb ist sehr proaktiv und freundlich. Ich würde hier jederzeit wieder übernachten :)
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Little Port Cooper School House and Farm Hike
What a fabulous location Cute little hut. Very basic but all you need. Very clean and well looked after by other people that have used it. Bbq and gas cooker with plenty of gas and as explained all the basics there. Highly recommend for a remote stay. Would definitely return

Sunny Central Sumner Beach / Garage / Top 5 % Home
We had an amazing time here in Sumner over two nights. The location was perfect for some gorgeous morning beach swims, and it was so easy to walk to the shops for a fish and chips dinner. Gorgeous clean rooms, and everything we needed was supplied (towels, coffee tea, etc) Highly recommend staying here!

Redcliffs-Sumner Award Winning Contemporary Studio
Marion's studio was lovely - bright and warm and had everything we needed. Location was great and car parking even though on the street was extremely convenient. A great place to stay in Christchurch!

Brand new 2 bed ocean view!
Nice place, clean and comfy and great view of the beach.

Beachfront Luxury Coastal Stay - 3 Bed With Garage
This stay at the Airbnb was truly excellent. The host, Lily, is a very warm and friendly Chinese host, and communication was smooth and easy. The place was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, making us feel relaxed and at home throughout our stay. What stood out the most was Lily’s thoughtfulness—she kindly allowed us to check out late, giving us extra time to pack and rest before leaving. We’re really grateful for her understanding and care. If we come back to this city, we would definitely stay here again!

Beach Front Apartment
Annie and Chris are amazing hosts! Annie went out of her way to make us all feel at home and even to show us around the area. She is friendly, kind, and caring and on top of all of that, loads of fun! The place was amazing as well, clean, peaceful, and just a short walk from an amazing beach and great restaurants. This is the ideal AIR BNB!

Modern Beach Unit - Relax and Unwind in Style
This is such a beautiful place to stay right across from the beach. The unit was immaculately clean with beautiful decor and had everything you need. The outdoor area felt private and quiet with an amazing sunset. The host was very friendly and helpful. Great value for money.

Sumner Beach Bach!
Would highly recommend Mana's place. We stayed for a month while we were in between rentals and it was perfect. Loads of natural light, well equipped and fully stocked with nice hand soaps etc. 1 min walk to the beach and 2 mins to Scarborough Fair which does a mean flat white. Also importantly for us there was plenty of storage space. Mana was very communicative and thoughtful. Thanks for a great stay!
Quick stats about beachfront rentals in Christchurch
Total rentals
40 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$20 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
40 properties include access to wifi
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