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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Canterbury
  • Place, Rakaia Gorge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Windwhistle

Located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rakaia Gorge, this villa is within a 15-minute drive of Rakaia Gorge Walkway. The villa includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge - 2 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 11 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Hororata Golf Club - 26 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 28 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Awa Awa Rata Reserve - 28 min drive - 20.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clubhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hunters Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Huber's Hutt - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Speights ale house - ‬13 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.

High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs

Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs

Your luxury 3 Bedroom Villa overlooks the acclaimed Terrace Downs Golf Course, which rates as one of New Zealand’s leading golf courses. All of this with fantastic views towards Rakaia Gorge, Mt Hutt Ski Field and surrounding mountains, and located 1 hours drive from Christchurch airport & 20 minutes from Methven Township and the base of Mt Hutt skifield.

The Villa contains 3 bedrooms each of which can be set up with a Californian king size bed or can be split into 2 king single beds. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with raised double spa bath. A second bathroom services the other 2 bedrooms. The villa is fully self-contained with a full kitchen including a dishwasher and microwave, open plan living/dining area, laundry facilities and covered car park. It also contains a television, DVD Player, and CD stereo player.

The Terrace Downs Resort provides for a full range of activities from golf, tennis courts, gym, walking, biking, health spa, clay bird shooting, horse rides, jet boating, restaurants. Helicopter flights can also be arranged from the clubhouse with a shuttle service to Mt Hutt ski field from the club house during the ski season.

Bed Configuration
Master Suite: 1 x Super King Bed
Bedroom 2: 1 x Super King Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single Beds
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a river
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this villa?

This villa is located in Windwhistle, close to Washpen Falls, Rakaia Gorge, and Mount Hutt Skifield. Rakaia Gorge Walkway is also within a driving distance of 3.7 mi.

Is there parking available at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this villa next 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs?

Couples staying at this apartment will value amenities like a kitchen, a mountain view in some apartments, as well as a gym.

Are there hot tubs at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs?

Yes, every apartment at High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

High Country Villa 239 -Luxury Villa in Terrace Downs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing and beautiful views Highly recommend
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

A fabulous stay in a great part of Canterbury
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa with beautiful views

Very easy check in with lockbox. Villa was spacious and comfortable with fabulous views. Inside was clean and tidy, outside is due for a wash and sweep.For people with limited mobilty there are two flights of external concrete stairs down from the carport to the villa entrance.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025