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The Garden City, is the perfect jumping off point for daredevils. The surrounding region offers adventure sports galore, and lofty peaks provide a snowy backdrop. Though lush with parks and gardens... more » The Garden City, is the perfect jumping off point for daredevils. The surrounding region offers adventure sports galore, and lofty peaks provide a snowy backdrop. Though lush with parks and gardens, Christchurch is the country's third-largest urban area. A free shuttle bus provides service downtown, and Central City is easily explored on foot. Sights not to miss include the Arts Centre Market, Christchurch Cathedral, Botanic Gardens, International Antarctic Centre and kiwis at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. « less
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Menteith Country House

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BiomanDorset
Dorset
Nov 21, 2009

Fay and Stephen did everything they could to ensure our stay was both comfortable and memorable - particularly appreciated by us as we stayed with them before and after our tour of the Southern part...more

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Tangley on Clyde

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UK
Nov 21, 2009

I first met Janet & Ian 25yrs ago when they were farming on the West Coast. Here I am all this time later with my wife visiting NZ again and decided to look up Janet & Ian in their new venture. We...more

“A very friendly couple who enjoy what they do, with a reseasonable room rate”

Best Western Camelot Motor Lodge

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southern riverina
Nov 20, 2009

Family friendly accommodation close to the city and local attractions. Spacious rooms were presented in an excellent manner, with all the appliances you could ever need in the kitchen. If we needed...more

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