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The old bakery

Christchurch cottage in Sydenham with kitchen

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3161 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

The old bakery

Christchurch cottage in Sydenham with kitchen
This smoke-free cottage features a garden. The cottage features a TV and a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a stovetop. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, a shower and an iron/ironing board.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Ellen

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Fully fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 161 sq ft (15 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

The Old Baker's
The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage
The Old Baker's Cottage Christchurch
The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage Christchurch

About the area

Map
Sydenham, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch Casino - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪5th Street - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Armadillo's Beckenham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bikanervala - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The old bakery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The old bakery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The old bakery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The old bakery located?

Located in Sydenham, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Canterbury Earthquake Memorial, Bridge of Remembrance and Riverside Market. High Street and Cashel Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The old bakery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer in Sydenham
The property was just as expected and perfect for us on our 18 day holiday in Christchurch. The weather was terrible, but the cottage was warm and comfortable. There was plenty of room for our things and we were able to entertain friends and family. Even though the surrounding area isn't inspiring, we were amazed how quiet it was, and the closeness of public transport was good. The downside could be parking, but we never had to park more than 50mtrs away. Ellen was really helpful and brought us clean linen and towels half way through. Lovely quirky cottage.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
What a lovely place to stay in! So comfortable and clean, and very close to many parts of Christchurch. Very reasonably priced and such a helpful host. Bless you Ellen.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
Lovely cottage very warm, good price, everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Stay
Quaint and comfortable place for family of three. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs
Very tired old cottage. Kitchen needs attention (eg broken worktop tiles).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christchurch
We had a lovely stay. Ellen was very accomodating and communicated very well with us. The cottage was perfect for our needs and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

Liked: Cleanliness
very cool place
cool and cozy too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaz W.

Great Location
Property is in a great location, however it feels a little run down. No modern touches i.e. microwave, TV, working freezer or hair dryer. Quite a few spider webs, and lacked some thoughtful touches, like milk, or enough toiket paper for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient in Christchurch
Not too far from the city. Plenty of food nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Loved the retro cottage. Nice and quite and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very handy spot.
Enjoyed being in this property. So close to Countdown, cafes. Being the middle of winter could do with having a heater in the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill and Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The old Bakery cottage
A delightfully comfortable and homely cottage with everything we needed. An easy place to stay with good parking. Our grandchildren came by and we loved playing "Fish". Centrally located with nearby supermarket and eateries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Longer than planned
We had to stay 2 extra nights because flights were cancelled. Ellen was so helpful and accomodating. Really appreciated her support
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rawson family
Absolutely fantastic. The property is amazing. Everything is there. Immaculate and very cozy. Great feeling when walking inside. Very stress free and great location. I 100% would love to stay there again. The host is amazing too. Couldn't ask for more. Thank you so very much. Am planning another trip in a few months and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A., Gisborne NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
missng
May have left a jacket in the wardrobe and do not know how to contact the owner. Will send them a stamped addrressed pack to return it to me. Many thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

rob m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic chch stay. Just awesome.
Classic wee chch property, well located and with plenty of utilities close by. Comfy beds, great water and great comms with the host. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bakery
Great central location. Private with easy parking. Clean and comfortable! Great place to start our NZ adventure 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
-
This is comfortable reasonably priced accommodation which matches the online description that we found at the last minute. It is a bit out of the way from where we normally stay but we would consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious place near the city
Great location near city centre. Lovely backyard with seasonal garden and spacious house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stanley, McKinleyville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gate and key system were awkward and would have been tough in the dark. At first the property seemed dated, but the next day it appeared charming and we loved the history. Bar soap wasn’t apparent so we bought some. When we went to cook, the lighter was empty (bought one) and the gas didn’t work or was out or we were doing something wrong. We were never able to cook. Not to sell this place short, though, parking and neighborhood was great and a close drive to the city center. The bed was comfortable and soon the charm of the place quickly overtook me. Backyards needed some upkeep but super pleasant if we had the time to enjoy. If you’re looking for a cottage with no TV or microwave, but everything else you need, this is a unique place to stay. We felt sad when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
We have stayed here previously and enjoyed it as much this time as the first. The location suited us perfectly. The cottage is very clean and the beds are very comfortable. It is well stocked with everything that you need. Ellen is a wonderful host. Thanks Ellen.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
This property was well represented by the description. Good location close to city transit and grocery etc. very quiet and comfortable. Great garden and host was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chillin in NZ
The property itself, Is awesome. The main bedroom caters for everyone. The second bedroom is small but will cater for most people but not 6-foot giants. The whole place is very cozy and comfortable. I just wanted to chill out. I was glad I took my laptop and was able to use the WI-FI. There is no TV In the cottage. This is ok for a couple of days. The cottage could do with a Microwave. The nearby takeaways are very generous. So could do with the microwave. All takeaways and grocery shops all within walking distance. If you are renting a vehicle just be aware of the drive way next to the property. This is a great place to stay Would do it again.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, comfortable and cute
Wonderful stay. Very sweet place, and good location. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023