Westburn Holiday House  

In Christchurch’s Burnside suburb, about 6 km from the city centre. A roughly 10-minute drive to the International Antarctic Centre and Riccarton House, with Canterbury Museum and New Brighton Beach also within easy reach. Vacation-home style lodging that puts you near attractions without the city bustle.

This four-room vacation home offers air-conditioned rooms with fireplaces, flat-screen TVs and private furnished patios. Rooms are warmly decorated and vary by category; each has a full kitchen with a full-sized fridge/freezer, oven and stovetop for independent stays.

Take in garden views from the property and use the picnic area and barbecue for casual outdoor meals. Private patios, free on-site self-parking and a cozy, homey vibe round out the basics.

Complimentary wireless internet is available on the property—ask at check-in for details.

Kitchens are fully equipped for self-catering, so you can cook with local produce or keep it simple. There’s a picnic area and barbecue for alfresco dinners after a day exploring Christchurch.