Lavericks Bay - Camp

Lavericks Bay - Camp

Banks Peninsula, Canterbury

***IMPORTANT NOTE as of the 1st of April 2025 Laverick's Bay Camp will be transitioning to a two person escape and will no longer take group bookings***

With the campsite only a 15-minute meander (or 3-minute drive) down to a beautiful secluded beach, glamping at Lavericks Bay on Banks Peninsula is something pretty special.

Rich in history, the scenic bay is set on a 1000 hectare sheep and beef farm, which has been in the same family since the 1850s. 

The campsite is set on a sunny spot on the farm. It has two, thoughtfully decorated tents both with wood burners, and a camp kitchen and bathroom. With a dedicated communal area, the campsite is perfectly set up for two families, or a group of friends holidaying together. A four-person hot tub offers the ultimate outdoor soaking-under-the-stars experience.

Enjoy long, warm days swimming and playing in the soft sand on the safe beach. When the tide is low, there are rock pools exposed for young kids, (and kids at heart!) to explore.  You may even get a glimpse of a rare Hectors dolphin or seal - frequent visitors to Lavericks Bay.

In the evening, gather at the campsite, or take a picnic basket down to the beach for a glass of wine and toast marshmallows around the campfire.

If you're dying for a chance to escape, relax and really reconnect with family and friends, make it an adventure too, and go glamping at Lavericks Bay!

FROM $240 p/n

  • Sleeps 2

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Lavericks Bay - Camp

WHAT ARE THE BED AND BEDDING ARRANGEMENTS?

WHAT ARE THE KITCHEN AND COOKING FACILITIES?

WHAT ARE THE BATHROOM FACILITIES?

IS THERE POWER?

IS THERE MOBILE PHONE RECEPTION?

Is there heating?

What is glamping like in Winter?

Can children stay at LAVERICKS BAY?

CAN I BRING MY DOG OR HORSE?

HOW PRIVATE AND REMOTE IS Lavericks Bay Camp?

WHAT IS THE ACCESS LIKE AND WHERE DO I PARK MY CAR?

CAN I HAVE A CAMPFIRE?

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

ARE THERE ANY SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS?

Is there a charge to use the hot tub?

CAN I BOOK FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY?

MINIMUM STAY PERIODS

RATES

Hot Tub Charge

GIFT VOUCHERS

1. Introduction

2. booking and payments

3. Guest cancellations and date changes

4. Host Cancellations

5. safety and hazards

6. pets

7. GST

8. conditions of occupancy and conduct

9. Complaints

10. Liability

11. Gift vouchers

12. Law

13. Changes to booking conditions

14. Authority to sign

  • Eating and Drinking

    Lavericks Bay is self-catering. Just bring your own food and chilly-bin and cook meals using the BBQ and facilities provided in your private camp kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    If you want a break from cooking at any stage, Akaroa is a 35-minute drive away and filled with delicious places to eat out.

    The nearest shop selling food and alcohol is the Akaroa Four Square. Akaroa also has some fantastic alternative food outlets, like the local butcher and deli.

  • Things To Do

    Private. Beach. Need we say more? Swim, fish, go rock hopping at low tide, bring your outdoor equipment and kayak, boogie board, surf or paddleboard. Have a beach campfire and toast marshmallows or sausages on a stick. Go skinny dipping! The options are endless. 

    Walk over farmland, or bring your bike and head up some of the farm tracks. There are some excellent and challenging mountain bike tracks for enthusiasts! No outdoor equipment is provided by Lavericks Bay at this stage, so if this sounds like fun, make sure you bring your own.

    At the campsite, there are board games, cards and books. Relax on your daybed with a blanket and a good book, or soak in the hot tub for a spot of stargazing. Bring a guitar and enjoy a good 'ol sing-song round the fire. 

    There's plenty to keep you entertained on the property, but if you feel like treating yourself to lunch out, the pretty town of Akaroa is a short but scenic 35-minute drive away. The local area offers plenty of activities too - with kayak and bike rental, the Akaroa Cooking School and dolphin & nature cruises.

  • Your Hosts

    Lavericks Bay is a farm with a rich family history. Harriet's parents were the 5th generation of family to farm there, and Harriet and her siblings have fond memories of the adventurous childhood they had growing up on the stunning property.

    Harriet met Lloyd, who also grew up on a south island farm, at Lincoln University and after a few years of study, travel and working overseas, they were married at home at Lavericks Bay. When Harriet's parents retired, they took the opportunity to move back and farm the family property with Joe, their six week old baby. Daughters Scarlett and Willa followed soon after, and now the 7th generation of the family is enjoying the delights of the Lavericks Bay farming lifestyle.

    The young family love their piece of Kiwi paradise - living by the sea and enjoying their beautiful soft sand beach. Welcoming and genuine, Harriet and Lloyd have a sincere desire to share their property with others...And they look forward to meeting you!

Testimonials

  • "

    Amazing location, fantastic facilities; it was so nice to have the place to ourselves. Highly recommended.

    "

    Esther Boyd - 01 Apr 2025

    1 / 12

  • "

    Was a beautiful night with my fiancé! The only problem was we didn’t stay longer.

    "

    Caitlyn Robertson - 09 Mar 2025

    2 / 12

  • "

    Such a lovely experience for us older girls who are not campers. A real treat to take an overseas visitor with us.

    "

    Susan Fey - 07 Mar 2025

    3 / 12

  • "

    We loved our stay at Lavericks Bay. You felt like you were away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The setting is just beautiful. Thank you.

    "

    Jude & Neil Walker - 26 Jan 2025

    4 / 12

  • "

    Such a beautiful spot, feels like you've stepped back in time.

    "

    Lyndsay Greiving - 16 Jan 2025

    5 / 12

  • "

    This was totally off-grid and amazing to just be, enjoying the beautiful scenery. Harriet’s communication was brilliant. The outdoor kiwi bath was delicious. If you’re looking for a place that is very different but comfortable, then we highly recommend Lavericks Bay.

    "

    Hayley Law - 14 Jan 2025

    6 / 12

  • "

    Such a beautiful place to stay, amazing views, and nice and secluded. Enjoyed every minute.

    "

    Nadia Wineti - 17 Dec 2024

    7 / 12

  • "

    We loved every bit of our stay. The ambience, greenery, silence, and animal sounds were very healing. The hosts are super friendly. The kiwi hot tub was our highlight, but it was so nice that we could enjoy a private beach at our fingertips. We will definitely be going back again!

    "

    Payal Diwadkar - 13 Oct 2024

    8 / 12

  • "

    A fabulous place to unplug, get away, and just be together. Our children loved the animals, creek, beach, and hot tub!

    "

    Aine Elliott - 30 Sep 2024

    9 / 12

  • "

    Amazing spot, lovely to be on a farm and near a beach. Super impressed with how well the woodburners heated the tents. Beautiful birdsong. Great to chat as a family in the hot tub.

    "

    Shelley Washington - 20 Sep 2024

    10 / 12

  • "

    I 110% recommend Lavericks Bay with Canopy Camping. It was amazing to feel like you're in the middle of nowhere, yet only 30 minutes from somewhere.

    "

    Melissa Brown - 16 Sep 2024

    11 / 12

  • "

    Hard to find words to explain the beauty of this spot! The tents were amazingly comfortable, warm, and cosy. Sitting in the hot tub on a cold night under a starry sky was something else. I have already recommended it to friends and family.

    "

    Deborah (Hot Lips) Gaston - 01 Sep 2024

    12 / 12

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