Little Rock

Little Rock

Canterbury

Little Rock Retreat is 15-minutes from Darfield and one hour from Christchurch in the Canterbury region.

Located on a small lifestyle property, the cabin is discreetly situated next door to the owners' house on the banks of a pretty river. Surrounded by trees and ferns, it's private and peaceful. 

The open plan accommodation consists of a queen-size bed, bathroom and kitchenette. Outdoors is a covered lean-to kitchen with a BBQ and leaning bar with stools - perfect for enjoying a freshly cooked meal while gazing out to the gorgeous greenery.

Little Rock Retreat is a dreamy retreat for couples looking for an escape. Snuggle up in front of the wood burner or head outside for a hot soak in the outdoor bath. On a warm day, sit out of the verandah and watch the river burbling by - calm and tranquil at one moment and then a raging beauty at the next.

Little Rock Retreat is dog-friendly so bring your fur-baby along to enjoy the experience with you!

FROM $290 p/n

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  • Eating and drinking

    Little Rock is self-catering. Just bring your own food, and cook meals using the 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, your hosts recommend the nearest eatery 'Willows Café' in Glentunnel (a 5-minute drive). There is also a selection of dining options under a 25-minute drive away, including Coalgate Tavern, Darfield Tavern and Terrace Downs. You also have the option of driving to Methven for more of a selection (40 minutes away).

    The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is just 5 minutes up the road or a 4-square in Darfield (15 minutes away).

  • Things to do

    There's plenty to keep you occupied at Little Rock…lie in your steaming hot outdoor bath, read a good book or play a selection of games. Darts, various board games and cards are all available.

    Walk the famous Washpen Falls Track that takes you through the Volcanic Canyon reserve filled with captivating views of native bush and wildlife. There are also other activities offered in the region, like horse riding, golf and skiing (only a 30-minute drive to the base of Mt Hutt mountain).

    When it's warmer, go for a swim in the river - right next to the cabin!

  • Your hosts

    Your hosts at Little Rock are Jody, Alan (the humans) and Doogie and Jazz (the dogs).

    Jody and Alan got married at Whitecliffs, which belonged to a friend, 13 years ago. When their friend decided to sell it, they snapped it up. Initially, it was to be their bach. But returning to the city after each visit made them grumpy - so they eventually made the decision to make Whitecliffs home - and have never looked back.

    Jody and Alan love their patch of paradise - the sound of the river, the friendly fantails and the sense of being nurtured by nature. They have always been passionate about accommodation and wanted to create their own unique romantic stay for couples to enjoy... A haven for people to experience the soul-restoring magic that seems to permeate the air of this special property.

    When discussing ideas for names for the cabin - they discovered the name 'Alan' means rock. A friend suggested 'Little Rock'. Being surrounded by river rocks - they thought it was perfect. 

Testimonials

  • "

    Booked one night for my partner and myself for his birthday before our baby was due. Beautiful location, lovely hosts, and very peaceful.

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    Ashleigh Clouston - 03 Oct 2024

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  • "

    We had a great stay at Little Rock. Lovely hosts, a great cabin sitting on an alpine river. Amazing.

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    Geoff Suvalko - 29 Sep 2024

    2 / 12

  • "

    We loved our stay at Little Rock. So close to Christchurch, yet we felt perfectly isolated. The hosts were lovely, and the setting was gorgeous. It was a truly relaxing experience, especially with the outdoor bath, which we enjoyed in the rain with a glass of wine – perfection!

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    Anna Sheehan - 15 Sep 2024

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  • "

    Our stay at Little Rock was fabulous. Jody and Alan were the perfect hosts, making sure we had everything we needed. The whole experience was perfect—location, views, cabin, etc. We highly recommend you experience Little Rock.

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    Guy Bergin - 13 Sep 2024

    4 / 12

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    Beautiful place; very relaxing. I wish we could have stayed longer.

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    Courtney Caves - 13 Sep 2024

    5 / 12

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    The best experience.

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    Amrit Kaur - 13 Sep 2024

    6 / 12

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    We wish we could have stayed another night, but we had to keep passing through.

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    Jillian Burhenne - 16 Aug 2024

    7 / 12

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    Absolutely stunning location and perfect little setup.

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    Callum Connell - 07 Aug 2024

    8 / 12

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    Perfect private setting for three romantic, reconnecting nights. Thank you so much.

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    Paul Brown - 02 Aug 2024

    9 / 12

  • "

    AMAZING! Beautiful location, amazing facilities, and lovely hosts. Everything we needed for the night. Would highly recommend.

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    Abbie March - 31 Jul 2024

    10 / 12

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    Our hosts were amazing people. We absolutely loved our stay here – so peaceful and dog-friendly. Would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for a lovely getaway.

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    Tolson Bennett - 30 Jul 2024

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    Loved our wee stay away at Little Rock! The surroundings were beautiful and picturesque. The hosts were friendly and accommodating. Our trip was made even more special when, in the morning, the host caught us as we were leaving to apologise for some construction that was going on nearby. We hadn’t noticed, but our host kindly gave us a voucher for the local café, which was amazing! The Café on the Green was a perfect stop before heading home. 10/10.

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    Jonny Martin - 19 Jul 2024

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