Family-friendly holiday rentals in Timaru

Vintage Charm in Seaview

A cosy flat in a great central location. With a 5 minute walk to town or 10 minutes to the beach this darling cottage is close to everything. It has a comfortable queen suite and full kitchen facility, so you and your partner would be comfortable here for a couple of nights, a couple of weeks or longer!Equiped with a small office to make working comfy, and close enough to travel to Tekapo for hot pools, ice skating and skiing without the usual high accommodation costs. Continental breakfast too!

Perfect location

This spacious 4 bedroom character home with a modern twist is conveniently located in central Timaru. You’ll be a hop skip and jump away from all the action - Caroline bay which has access to the beautiful coastal walk/bike tracks and CPlay playground and mini golf. - Central Timaru with bars cafes and restaurants over looking the bay. - penguin colony - Supermarkets and takeaways a short drive away This 2 story house is beautifully furnished with everything you need. Perfect for anyone

The Garden Room

The Garden Room is our wee sleepout that overlooks our peaceful garden, which can be appreciated during all seasons of the year. Conveniently located just off the highway, with plenty of quiet street parking. It’s only about a 5min walk to Countdown/Warehouse, a 15min walk from downtown, & about 10 to the botanical gardens & hospital. The kitchen is stocked with a refrigerator, kettle, hot plate, and air fryer/electric oven. You will likely meet our friendly cat, Murphy! X2 bikes if requested

Large, private 5 bedroom homestead with pool

This huge architecturally designed house was built in the 80’s and recently renovated with new paint, new floors, curtains, bathrooms and kitchen. This is the perfect escape for the large family or group that wants to be close to town but still enjoy the peaceful tranquility of the South Canterbury countryside. 10 minutes to Timaru CBD and beautiful Caroline Bay, 8 minutes to Pleasant Point, 25 minutes to beautiful Geraldine and just over an hour to the gorgeous tourist destination of Tekapo.

Shearvue Farmstay with FARM TOUR & Spa | Fairlie

AI currently rates Shearvue Farmstay "No: 1 Farmstay with included farm tour in NZ". Relax in a cosy 2-bedroom cottage on a 347ha NZ farm with 3500 sheep and 400 cattle. During a COMPLIMENTARY FARM TOUR, hand feed our friendly animals, including pig, sheep, alpaca, cows, horses & dog, while learning about farming in NZ By night, from your private spa pool, enjoy the Mackenzie Region's famous stary skies. Drive Times: 3.5 hours to Queenstown, 2.5 hours to Christchurch, 40 minutes toTekapo

Green Door Studio

Enjoy the fresh and colourful vibe of this fully decorated studio. It has a queen and single bedroom ( with two single beds ) and a bright kitchenette, dining, living space with couch and freeview tv. It is fully self contained and has its own entrance but is attached to the main house where the hosts live. The kitchenette has a microwave and small appliances for basic cooking/reheating but is not suitable for every night cooking as there is no ventilation for strong odours.

Studio 226

A private, peaceful, self-contained 2 bedroom modern unit on a lifestyle block. Developed native plants and grounds. Stunning views out towards the 4 peaks mts. Handy location from Geraldine (6kms). A perfect base from which to enjoy walks, cycling and sightseeing (Fairlie, Tekapo, Aoraki, Omarama, Oamaru, Peel Forest), skiing (Roundhill, Tekapo, Mt Hutt). A perfect spot to rest and recharge for tourists traveling from Queenstown to Chch before flying home.

The view of the sea

We guarantee your stay with us will be very much worth it! -we are located central which means you are walking distance to Timaru central and Caroline Bay, where you will find walking Tracks. -with this fully self contained unit you will have your very own private entrance way, 2 bedrooms, pool, bathroom, coffee Bar (tea and coffee supplied) toaster & microwave- if your wanting a relaxing time you will be granted with the best stay with very welcoming hosts.

Beach Bungalow

This beach bungalow has the ocean literally at its doorstep. This hidden gem is very conveniently located, close (walking distance) to our town centre with cafes, restaurants and bars overlooking our beautiful Bay. Our coastal walking track runs directly past this house, which invites safe and scenic walks or mountain biking. Aquatic centre and tennis courts are also just a stone throw away. Supermarket and Fast food options just a walk across the park.

Home Sweet Home

Looking for family- friendly or workplace accommodation? We tick all the boxes. With 3 bedrooms, open plan living, big log fire, private off street parking on a flat section. Everything you need for cooking but if you don't feel like it a 1 min drive to a restaurant saves that hassle. There is a trampoline and a big back yard for the kids to burn off some energy. Also a games room with arcade games with toys and board games to keep them amused.

Timaru Central

Built in 1905, and converted to 2 apartments in the 1950's, we live in the other apartment. The apartment is located in Central Timaru, being 5 minutes walk from the central business area and the Caroline Bay beach and facilities. Fully self contained, it suits a range of requirements from a single person staying overnight, to a family wanting a longer stay. Caroline Bay is home to a local small 'Little Blue Penguin' colony.

Dragonfly Inn

Welcome to the Dragonfly inn You will be staying in a newly decorated guest house. Fully self contained, Open plan living, Queen bed and lounge room. All new kitchen and appliances with laundry. Lovely gardens and views of mount cook and the southern alps Situated close to local walking tracks that take you to the coast, and no more than a 5 minute drive to the town centre, cafes bars and restaurants