About this property
Historic Setting: Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa offers a unique homestay experience within a historic building. The property is highly rated for its beautiful garden and attentive host. Comfortable Accommodation: Guests enjoy a ground-floor unit with garden views, a shared bathroom, and a work desk. The cottage features parquet and carpeted floors, a seating area, and a wardrobe. Outdoor Spaces: The property includes a terrace, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Bicycle parking and barbecue facilities enhance the outdoor experience. Convenient Location: Located 73 km from Christchurch International Airport, Halfmoon Cottage provides free WiFi and free on-site private parking. The reception staff speak German, English, and Dutch.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carmen
New Zealand“Amazing place to spend some time and close to Akaroa. Hosts are really friendly and happy to share some information about hiking spots around the area. One of the best places I staid in during my visit in New Zealand. Hopefully I will be able to...” - Helen New Zealand“It was very clean, awesome facilities and friendly hosts.”
- Anthony New Zealand“The location was stunning, and gardens impeccably kept. Cor and Margo very welcoming and friendly but also chilled, which made it feel like a home from home.”
- Sheena
United Kingdom“Beautiful house in a great location. Spotlessly clean. Quiet. Lovely helpful hosts. Best place ever.” - Corinne United Kingdom“We loved halfmoon cottage, the setting and its beautiful garden .....wished we were staying for more than one night. It's the perfect place for a lovely long relaxing weekend. The owners were just lovely and so super helpful. We would love to come...”
- Karin
Sweden“We had a wonderful stay at the Halfmoon Cottage. The hosts are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The kitchen is fully equipped and the facilities clean. Nearby are beautiful spots for tourists to visit.” 
Diane United Kingdom“Beautiful heritage property with a glorious garden . The property has great kitchen facilities and clean shared bathrooms . The sitting room has comfortable sofas with plenty of reading material.”- Katharina
Germany“Gorgeous Place to stay, really cute indoors and a beautiful garden, nice kitchen with everything we needed, they offered a little extra for the breakfast like cereals and tea, awesome owners who are always open for a chat if you like it as well...” 
Pierre-yves
France“The house and garden are beautiful. Corn and Margot are very nice and helpful! Recommended!”
Liam1234
Australia“Gorgeous small cottage which was easy to get to and was close enough to Akaroa and other attractions, whilst still having that secluded feeling. Cornelius and Margot who own and operate the cottage were very friendly.”
Managed by Cor & Margo Halfmoon Cottage
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Languages spoken
German,English,DutchProperty surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that this property does not accept group bookings bigger than 4 people.
Please note that booking more than 2 rooms are not permitted.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
