The Old Countryhouse, Christchurch, New Zealand

Welcome to the Old Countryhouse, one of Christchurch's favourite backpacker accommodation hostels for 13 years.

We invite you to take a walk along our garden path to one of our charming colonial villas with polished wooden floors and hand-made native timber furniture.

Facilities

• Airport Transfers
• BBQ
• Common Room
• Free Internet Access
• Free WiFi
• Hairdryers For Hire
• Internet Access
• Kitchen
• Linen Included
• Luggage Storage
• Outdoor Terrace
• Parking
• Tours/Travel Desk

Communications

• Card Phones
• Fax Service

General

• 24 Hour Security
• Towels for Hire

In Room Facilities

• Reading Light

Parking

• Bicycle Parking
• Free Parking

About The Old Countryhouse

Welcome to the Old Countryhouse, one of Christchurch's favourite backpacker accommodation hostels for 13 years.

We invite you to take a walk along our garden path to one of our charming colonial villas with polished wooden floors and hand-made native timber furniture. All our villas have been fully restored and have everything to make your stay with us a memorable one. They are set among landscaped gardens, and have electronic secure access.

The CBD is still closed but the best parts of Christchurch are open and definitely worth a visit. Make sure you see reception for information and bookings on all the best attractions and activities in and around Christchurch.

The Accommodation

Full central heating to keep warm during those cold winter months, Doubles & Twins (with and without private bathrooms) & spacious Dorms - all with firm beds for a good nights sleep. Triple rooms have one double and one single bed. All private rooms have fully made up beds. All bedding is included free of charge in both private rooms and dorms.

The Facilities:

Well equipped kitchens with everything you need to cook up a storm. TV lounge and a separate reading lounge to chill out & other home comforts such as laundry, guest telephone & Internet, off street parking.

WiFi internet is available in all bedrooms and public areas, and you can pick up your FREE $5 WiFi voucher from reception daily. Stay in touch with your friends and family on us!

The Garden:

Our spacious garden is landscaped with lots of native plants, fern trees and palm trees and is a wonderful space to relax. Plenty of outdoor seating invites you to sit back and relax with a good book, plan your next adventure, or enjoy a conversation with friends and a glass of wine.

The Location:

The Old Countryhouse is located on the eastern side of central Christchurch. We have the best of both worlds: close enough to the city to walk easily within 15 minutes, yet right next to local shops and restaurants. There is a supermarket, fruit & vegie shop, post office, Subway restaurant, pizza restaurant, conveniently located just across the road.

Buses to local beaches, Riccarton shopping district and city leave directly from our doorstep. Easily accessible from the airport.

The Staff:

We are friendly people and keen travellers ourselves. We are looking forward to meeting you and can help with your travel questions and bookings - we have heaps of local knowledge too.

The Old Countryhouse is a great choice for your stay in Christchurch. We look forward to meeting you!

EXTENDED CANCELLATION POLICY for Christmas & New Year Bookings:

Any cancellations must be received by email ONE WEEK PRIOR TO your arrival. Cancellations within one week and failure to arrive will be charged at 100% of your booking. However we will endeavour to re-let your room and if successful there will be no charge.

CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS:

We have a minimum stay period over Christmas and your booking MUST include the three nights of 24, 25 and 26 December otherwise your booking will not be accepted.

NEW YEAR:

We have a minimum stay period over New Year and your booking MUST include the three nights of 30 and 31 December and 1 January otherwise your booking will not be accepted.

Important Information

Conditions

Reception Hours and Check-in:
During opening hours between 9am and 6pm: Guests may check-in any time after 3pm during reception hours.

Outside Opening Hours:
We are delighted to offer a late check in service for guests arriving outside our reception hours. In consideration to other guests sharing a dorm the late arrival service is only AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS IN PRIVATE ROOMS. Please contact us in advance of your stay to organise this.

Same Night Bookings received after reception hours:
If you have booked a room/bed for the same night but after our reception has closed, we will not know that you are coming and therefore you will not get into the hostel. If your booking is for more than one night, please contact us immediately to advise us whether you wish to keep your booking for the remaining nights as our cancellation policy will apply to the remainder of your booking.

Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be received 48 hours prior to the day of arrival by email to: theoldcountryhouse@yahoo.co.nz. However, if you need to cancel your booking within the 48 hours please call us and we will try to re-sell your room and if successful there will be no cancellation fee. All non-arrivals or late cancellations that are not resold will be charged at 100% of the first night's stay.

EXTENDED CANCELLATION POLICY for Christmas & New Year Bookings:
Any cancellations must be received by email ONE WEEK PRIOR TO your arrival. Cancellations within one week and failure to arrive will be charged at 100% of your booking. However we will endeavour to re-let your room and if successful there will be no charge.

CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS:
We have a minimum stay period over Christmas and your booking MUST include the three nights of 24, 25 and 26 December otherwise your booking will not be accepted.

NEW YEAR:
We have a minimum stay period over New Year and your booking MUST include the three nights of 30 and 31 December and 1 January otherwise your booking will not be accepted.

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