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Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family

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2 bedrooms
Interior
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Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lyford, Canterbury
  • Place, Mount Stewart
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Peter
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Malingson
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Lyford

At this cabin, you'll be 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Mount Stewart and 6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Mount Lyford. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and cabin features a washing machine, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Stewart - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Mount Peter - 12 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Mount Malingson - 17 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 55 min drive - 80.2 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 58 min drive - 82.7 km

About this property

Entire place

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

Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family

The Beeches is a cool little hide-out. Quirky elements give this house character. A warm log fire easily heats the house. Perfect place for a couple or a small family.

The Beeches is set in an acre of native bush, where you will wake to the song of the native birds. Take a deep breath and feel revived with the crisp clear mountain air. You will be able to relax on the several decks, enjoying the beautiful view of Mt Lyford and the Seaward Kaikouras in total privacy and seclusion.

The Beeches is an adorable little cabin, ideal fora romantic break for two. It has a log burner, stove/oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, TV, a bedroom with comfortable double bed with duvets and pillows and 2 single beds on the mezzanine, and just about everything you’d need for your stay.Please note: no pets.

There is an underground ‘cellar’ in the garden; a cool little hide out for some kids play.

There is plenty to do at Mt Lyford in both summer and winter; the ski field is 10kms from this log chalet and has excellent facilities for families, there is also ice skating, tennis, walking, swimming holes, the hot pools at Hanmer, several golf courses within easy reach, and Mt Lyford Lodge offers an ambient bar and restaurant meals.
Note that bedlinens are not standard included but can be arranged on request. No wifi or cell phone coverage.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Adorable Warm log Cabin on a Private Section

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family?

The closest beach to Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family is Kaikoura Beach (44.5 km).

Does Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family?

No, Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family?

No, pets are not allowed.

Adorable warm log cabin on a private section ideal for a couple or small family Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felicity J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing holiday home

Beautiful property furnished to a high standard in a stunning location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith S., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness

Alpine Forest reset

A lovely 3 night stay in the forest with all the noises you'd expect from the forest surroundings. an abundance of bird calls when sitting outside so relaxing.Alpine lodge exactly as described with comfortable beds well equipped kitchen. Excellent log burner kept the whole house cosy, even though we had lovely mild weather for our stay.Very clean and welcoming stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend break at Mt Lyford

The log cabin we stayed in was very comfortable. The garden and views to the mountains were stunning. We had a very nice relaxing time. We had two things we did not like about the property. The black coating from the frypan with the handle,came off when we used it to cook with and ruined our meal. The fireplace puffed out a lot of smoke into the house whenever we opened the door to add more wood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Cute cottage, fabulous fire, lovely and clean. Thanks so much for a great wee get-away
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical and peaceful tranquility

Our stay at the Beeches was absolutely wonderful. Everything we needed was there, there was a lovely fireplace which kept the house toasty on the entirety of our stay, completely covered the upstairs bedrooms with warmth as well. Lovely balcony’s on both sides of the house where you can enjoy a coffee and a book. There was a very kind neighbour who helped us with some car issues we were having. If you walk up the hill there is a stunning view of the mountains. Highly recommend and i will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private getaway

Absolutely beautiful cabin hidden amongst trees. Had everything we needed just brought food and some linen. Will definitely be booking another weekend asap.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow what a location can't wait to come back and experience the winter

Easy booking fantastic communication over all excellent experience thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Alma C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent getaway in nature

Beautiful and private! Thoroughly enjoyed my time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

The place was exactly what we were looking for. Lovely ambiance and a very cozy location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Martin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and cosy

Comfortable, cosy and quiet, great log burner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Birgitte G.

stay

great location. quirky house. fire not as effective as it looks. took ages to get some decent warmth from it. lots of fluff under the bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

House was a bit old and showing signs it that, otherwise lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

David D.

Not impressed.

No communication from propertymanager after I'd messaged them 3pm the day of checking in. I had a simple question. We got to the property at about 7pm. Couldn't initially find the office to get the key. The wood fire was hopeless. Had it going for 3 hrs and the house was still not warm. Had to sit with jackets The house isn't big. It wasn't clear on the website, when I booked, that linen and towels werent included. I'm not saying it wasn't on there, but it wasn't obvious.

10/10 Excellent

matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet retreat

We were looking for a quiet place to unwind and read and relax. this cabin was spot on, super warm and cosy. Log cabin is great and you almost feel like a pioneer, with the mod cons lol
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

kate f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place to stay

Warm, cosy and relaxing.. thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Derek H., Crow'snest pass

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very disappointing ☹️

Very disappointed in this place and our experience. A day before we were to arrive we got an email stating linens were not included in our nightly rental. After researching our booked listing this was not mentioned although the owners stuck to their story and said it was an extra cost per person bringing the nightly total to a point we would have chosen to stay somewhere else. We were told it's not a kiwi tradition to put sheets on the bed for customers but I would also like to mention this line is getting old. Long story short after booking month in advance and at the point of no refund to stay anywhere else we got an email saying we needed to bring our own towels and sheets or pay extra. Very disappointed in this kiwi cash grab 😡
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anita P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely get away for young family

This log cabin and settings was a wonderful getaway..so cosy and peaceful . We would definitely recommend.. the only thing I'd say is the main bed matress and one other of the single bed wasn't super comfortable and quite creaky being older iron frames so maybe could do with a mattress upgrade or and an oil ! The stay was worth it though
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Beautiful

8/10 Good

Fiona W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place to stay and unwind. Cosy and homely chalet.

Easy to book and key pick up and drop off.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice , neat, warm place.

It's was a really nice stay, and the property manager is so friendly and helpful. A pity we left early to explore other places and could not get back early for our second night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy in a winter wonderland

Cosy and cute log cabin with everything you need for a weekend away. Fresh snow fell while we were there and we thoroughly enjoyed walking in the surrounding area with fresh snow on the ground and on the trees. Wood burner kept the whole place cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantabulous!

It was one of a kind experience. Can't wait to come back ! Nice house with all amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Tomas K.

Great

It was great to stay there. Beautiful

10/10 Excellent

Debra V.

Great Place to stay

We really enjoyed our couple of days stay at The Beeches. The fireplace kept the whole house cosy and warm, and there was a plentiful supply of firewood. A small maintenance issue was fixed quickly when bought to the attention of the agents. Our bed was really comfortable, I had a great sleep. Highly recommended for a relaxing weekend away.

8/10 Good

Tammy P., Dunedin

Peaceful, clean & lovely

Had a lovely two days, house was very clean. Beautiful and peaceful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019