The Grange

The Grange

Canterbury

The Grange is just 5 minutes from the township of Oxford and only 45 minutes from Christchurch City.

Set high on a large farm - the escape offers a stunning view of the Canterbury Plains, stretching to Christchurch and Banks Peninsula on a clear day, with the ocean and Main Divide Mountains in sight.

The cabin contains a bedroom, open-plan living and kitchen area and a bathroom. With a comfortable sofa set opposite a large bifold door - and plenty of large windows throughout - the entire space offers expansive views of the surroundings wherever you are.

A small porch at the front of the cabin has two perfectly positioned chairs to sit and enjoy the vista in the sunshine with your morning coffee. Twin outdoor baths are the ideal place to soak up the evening vibes. In winter, a wood burner adds atmosphere and warmth. 

Patches of bush are dotted around - home to native birds such as Kererū and Bellbirds. If you are fortunate, you may catch a glimpse of graceful fallow deer and their fawns grazing along the fringes of the nearby scrub.

On a cloudless night, the views are phenomenal. With minimal light pollution, The Grange is the perfect destination for keen stargazers. 

Peaceful and calm, The Grange is a true escape. Somewhere to relax, unplug and reconnect.

FROM $295 p/n

  • Sleeps 2

A $50 Single Night Surcharge applies on top of the nightly rate when booking a single night. You will need to add this charge during the booking process. The calendar below will specify where one-night bookings are allowed.

 

ADDRESS
 

211 Ashley Gorge Road, Starvation Hill 7495

LOCATION
 

The Grange is 5 minutes from Oxford and only 45 minutes from Christchurch City.

Follow the Google Maps directions to the address.

You will receive a pre-arrival email with detailed arrival instructions and your host's details 5-days prior to your stay.

Note: If you have booked within 5 days and haven't received a pre-arrival email shortly after booking, please email us at [email protected].

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  • eating and drinking

    The Grange is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the 4-burner gas hob and air fryer provided in your kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    Enjoy the variety of food and drink dining options nearby, from Indian Cuisine at Indian Hut, to delicious pub food at Oxford Working Club & MSA. and also pizza and tapas at Black Beech Wine & Pizza Bar. Check out more dining options here.

    The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is in Oxford, just five minutes away.

  • things to do

    The Grange has a variety of activities to keep you entertained, from playing cards, reading books, and playing board games to relaxing in the double outdoor baths - even better when the stars are out.

    Take a leisurely walk through the paddock to a higher point on the hill (approximately 500m in distance) for even more extensive views. For those looking for a hike, make your way around the native bush on the property and discover the waterfall. 

    If you feel like getting out and about, there's plenty to do in the Oxford region, only five minutes drive away. There are art galleries, cafes, farmer's markets, a seasonal pool for the public, bush walks and mountain biking all on offer. 

  • Your hosts

    Your hosts at The Grange are Genna, Alistair, and their children, Milly and Georgia.

    This family have lived on the property since 2014, carrying on a legacy that dates back to the 1800s. Genna and Alistair's deep roots in farming, and growing up on sheep and beef farms, drew them to this diverse landscape. They have created a haven offering stunning views, tranquillity, and a connection to nature.

    Alistair manages the farm and shares his farming insights on his YouTube channel 'Kiwi Farmer.' Genna homeschools Milly and teaches part-time.

    The Grange, proudly bearing its historical name since December 1892, is a thoughtfully built getaway for guests to relish and connect with the beauty of Aotearoa.

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