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Royale on Cheese

Castle Hill vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Living area
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Castle Hill, Canterbury
  • Place, Cave Stream Scenic Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Porters Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Castle Hill

In Castle Hill .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Cave Stream Scenic Reserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve with a stay here. Porters Ski Area is within 12 miles (20 km) and Mt Cheeseman Ski Area is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cave Stream Scenic Reserve - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kura Tawhiti Scenic Reserve - 12 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Porters Ski Area - 22 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 23 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Devils Punchbowl Waterfall - 49 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porters Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • Flock Hill Lodge

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Royale on Cheese

Welcome to a luxurious double-decker chalet in the heart of NZ's cutest village. With room for the whole family, you have views of the majestic Craigieburn & Torlesse Mountain Ranges and the giants' molars boulder formations featured in the Lord of the Rings and Narnia films. Immerse yourself in a remote mountain paradise just over an hour's drive form Christchurch, with tranquil walking tracks through native beech forest just at your back door, and a short drive to lakes, caves and skifields.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,830 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royale on Cheese to the airport?

This vacation home is 59.7 mi (74-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Royale on Cheese have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Royale on Cheese offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Royale on Cheese?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Royale on Cheese?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royale on Cheese?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Royale on Cheese have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Royale on Cheese have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Royale on Cheese to downtown Castle Hill?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Castle Hill.

Royale on Cheese Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fabulous place to spend some time. Great communication before and after our booking. The house was clean and tidy with everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home from home

Everything about this home was perfect, from the delicious jacuzzi it he homely lounge and dining area to the well kitted out kitchen. And it’s located in one of the most gorgeous landscapes on the world
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Georgie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We loved our time at this Bach. Great location and the house is very spacious for a family stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Mieke S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Well equiped, we enjoyed the spa. The place is defenitly a ski resort, a bit strange in summer. Far from shop or restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025