About the Homestay

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I live on the lower slopes of the Cashmere Hills among the trees with a stunning view of the main divide. I am a part time teacher of neuro diverse adults and tutor refugee and migrant classes in sewing.
I have travelled NZ extensively ,parts of Australia and in 2017 spent three months discovering Europe. I have extensive knowledge of NZ particularly our beautiful South Island
My adult family are involved in tourism, music teaching, building, education, naval services, dairy farming and parenting.
I have a young black Labrador, Gus who is playful and friendly. He is caged if guests are not keen for his company. I am a hill walker, having done most of the trails on the Port Hills. I cycle although not a Lycra chick and better on cooler days.

My home is on four levels with the guest ensuite room being on the main level. All levels have views over the city to the main mountain divide.......glorious in winter.
Guests are welcome to use my living spaces. The main lounge has a modern wood burner, stereo and piano. The dining living room has TV, Wifi access and comfortable seating leading to sunny deck for outdoor dining during the summer. Modern laundry facilities are available.
There is ample parking for vehicles. The Orbiter bus connection is handy as is the city bus and as I am less than 3kms from the city centre taxi fares are reasonable.
NB: It is possible to access my home with a wheelchair although there are five deep steps to the front door. The ensuite shower is 900 m2 and cosy. There is a larger wheelchair accessible toilet on the main floor.

My Pets

Dog

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 2 nights

Maximum stay is for 365 nights

Available for given dates

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Garden view
From $60 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Large Double en suite room with queen size bed. The room is west facing and has views over the garden.

Facilities
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Dresser / Drawers
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$80
$100
Weekly Price
$450
$535
Monthly price
$1,800
$2,200
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About the Area

My home is located on the lower slopes of the Cashmere Hills.
Green and leafy it has great views of the city across the plain and to the hills beyond. My section is 1000 M2 with terraced gardens, large trees, developing fernery and native flora. I border a reserve making it rather like living in our own park. I am within 3kms of the city centre. There are city buses at the bottom of the hill and the Orbiter bus which travels a wide area of the city including the university is accessed through a lane from my lower gate.

Local Area Facilities
  • Tennis
  • Park
  • Swimming
  • Library
  • Shopping Centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bus Stop

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen
Available on request at an extra cost
  • Half Board
Diet Type available on request
  • Vegetarian
  • Coeliac
  • Lactose Intolerant

House Rules

Check out time is 10 am or by prior arrangement.
Breakfast is served 7am - 9 am. Earlier/ later if requested.
Please do not consume takeaway food in our bedrooms. You are welcome to use our dining area, cutlery and crockery.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

38 Reviews

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    Netherlands
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    December 2023

    Very good place to stay, it feels like at home

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    Australia
    Age 65 - 74

    Automated Post
    September 2023

    The host cancelled the booking 3 days before the arrival date.

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    France
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    February 2023

    Jo is a lovely person, with lot of advices to help you in your trip. Our room was perfect. And the breakfast delicious. A perfect place to discover Christchurch.

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    Germany
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    January 2020

    Joe ist unglaublich bemüht und herzlich, das Baumhaus ist ein Traum, ebenso das liebevoll zubereitete Frühstück.
    Unbedingt zu empfehlen

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    Austria
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    December 2019

    Jo was such a lovely, caring host who made us feel like at home from the moment we were warmly greeted by her when we arrived..We enjoyed her dinner and the breakfasts with her which she had prepared with great care and in a really stylish manner. The en suite bedroom and the new bathroom with perfect shower and extra heating were an additional bonus to our three night stay. Time with her in her lovely and comfortable house passed far too quickly and we had a very interesting and stimulating discussion with one of her other guests who had booked also a room with her. This is the kind of homestay which we can recommend without thinking twice.

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    Spain
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    April 2019

    I arrived late in the night and had to leave early next morning, but the short stay was perfect. The room was impeccable and Jo was patient, caring and ready to help me out with my logistics. I am grateful for her warm and friendly reception and highly recommend her as a host.

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    Canada
    Age 75+

    5 hearts
    March 2019

    Jo is a charming host and her house and garden on the hillside are beautiful. I stayed two nights in her garden room with modern ensuite bathroom, and I was welcome to use the kitchen, living areas and garden. The linens were beautiful, the bed comfortable, everywhere was very clean, and the view through the trees was lovely. The location is convenient to central Christchurch with a frequent bus just a few minutes away at the bottom of the hill where there are a few choices for meals. Jo was so very kindly waiting for me at the train station when I arrived in the evening, and she was also able to drive me to the airport. I can thoroughly recommend Jo for a homestay in Christchurch, and hope to visit again some day.

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    Germany
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    January 2019

    Ich kann es nicht in Worte fassen, wie wunderbar es bei Jo war. Ein Gefühl von Familie. Supertolles Frühstück sogar mit Stoffservietten, tolles Bett, tolle Aussicht, tolles Bad, toller Garten, prima Tipps, äußerst liebenswürdige Gastgeberin. Schade, dass wir nur 4 Tage da waren.

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    England
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    November 2018

    Jo is a wonderful host you turn up as guests and leave as friends. Lovely relaxed style and great conversation and suggestions. We loved Hanmer springs and did a wonderful Albatross encounter. Breakfast was delicious and nothing was too much trouble thoroughly recommend thank you Jo hope to see you in Akaroa

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    Germany
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    March 2018

    Jo was amazing helpful and friendly, uncomplicated!
    The House is wonderful, pur Room with extra bath Great!
    Mostly we liked the Breakfast ...
    An wonderful Experience!!

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