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10/10 Excellent
rick b.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
rick b.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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Overleigh Homestead
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms1 bathroom3229 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Port Levy, Canterbury
- Church BayPlace, Church Bay23 min drive
- Lyttelton HarbourPlace, Lyttelton Harbour37 min drive
- Sumner BeachPlace, Sumner Beach45 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Port Levy
This villa places you 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Church Bay. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
What's nearby
- Church Bay - 23 min drive - 10.9 miles
- Lyttelton Harbour - 37 min drive - 11.7 miles
- Christchurch Gondola - 40 min drive - 13.5 miles
- Sumner Beach - 45 min drive - 16.2 miles
- New Brighton Beach - 47 min drive - 16.9 miles
Getting around
- Christchurch Railway Station - 49 min drive
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
- Lyttelton Sea Foods - 44 min drive
- Coffee Culture - 44 min drive
- Nom Nom Restuarant - 43 min drive
- Fisherman's Wharf Lyttelton - 44 min drive
- Armadillos - 44 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Overleigh Homestead
Beautiful scenic location with uninterrupted views of the sea at a historic homestead.
The homestead has established gardens and an assortment of large trees that were planted when the homestead was built in 1910.
Small dogs welcome.
The homestead has established gardens and an assortment of large trees that were planted when the homestead was built in 1910.
Small dogs welcome.
The villa is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Single level property
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near the bay
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Unit size: 3,229 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Only people who have booked allowed after 9 pm - no parties.
Since a working farm any dog will need to have been wormed and/or received a pill for hydatids 48 hours before arrival, costs circa $6 from a vet.
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Dogs and cats only
- 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
- Check-in: 2:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this villa?
This villa is located in Port Levy, close to Taylor's Mistake Beach, Lyttelton Harbour, and Lyttelton Farmers Market. You'll also find Church Bay and Godley Head Lighthouse nearby.
Is parking available on site at Overleigh Homestead?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.
Is Overleigh Homestead good for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this villa, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each villa, and some feature ocean view.
Does Overleigh Homestead have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa provide breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Does Overleigh Homestead have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Christchurch International Airport (CHC), which is about 18 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Overleigh Homestead?
No, you won't find villas with balconies at Overleigh Homestead.
Overleigh Homestead Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anke H.
Jan 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time, loved the beautiful garden, spacious rooms, wonderful character of the house.
Anke H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Helen D.
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the host was welcoming - we loved the house and it was lovely to sit outside and have dinners with a lovely view.
Helen D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kahu T.
Feb 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with plenty of space to unwind.
Kahu T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monique B.
May 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
A lovely homestead. Heaps of stuff for the kids and family to do and loads of space for all of us. A lovely trip away for our wee family.
Monique B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025