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Spacious rural lodge - ideal for groups, families, friends and celebrations

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Interior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Greta Valley, Canterbury Region
  • Place, Sherwood Estate Winery
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Weka Pass Railway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Waipara Springs Winery
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About this property

Spacious rural lodge - ideal for groups, families, friends and celebrations

Located just north of Greta Valley on State Highway 1, Tipapa Deer Park Lodge offers private rural accommodation for up to 20 guests.

The spacious lodge features six bedrooms, including four with king beds, one double room, and a bunk room – five of the bedrooms have their own spa ensuite.

Two generous living areas offer plenty of space to relax, complete with a TV, a large expandable dining table, sun-filled window seats, and comfortable seating throughout. The fully equipped kitchen makes group catering easy, and outside, you’ll find a Weber griddle BBQ and dining area

Surrounded by park-like gardens, the lodge also offers a swimming pool, pickleball court, and sweeping views over the surrounding deer farm – a peaceful, rural escape with plenty of space to unwind and enjoy.

Tipapa Deer Park Lodge is perfectly positioned to explore the Hurunui region.

Located just a few kms down the road from the Tipapa Estate Woolshed Wedding venue, and the Scargill domain with Tennis, Squash courts and a golf course.

Local Eats
Greta Valley Tavern (~10 min) – Classic Kiwi pub meals.
Waipara Wine Region (~15 min):
Black Estate – Award-winning restaurant & tastings.
Waipara Springs – Relaxed winery dining.
Pegasus Bay – Deli lunches in stunning gardens.
Beaches
Motunau Beach (~15 min) – Sandy Bay walks, fossil hunting, and fishing
Gore Bay (~30 min) – Beautiful surf beach with the striking Cathedral Cliffs lookout.

Towns Nearby
Amberley (~25 min south) – Supermarket, pharmacy, petrol, medical centre.
Highlights: Markham Street Trader (florist & grocer), Little Vintage Espresso (coffee), Ruby Six (boutique gifts), Doti (great meals), and Amberley Farmers Market (Saturdays).

Cheviot (~20 min north) – 4 Square supermarket, Harris Meats café & butcher (a local favourite).

Hanmer Springs (~1 hr)
Thermal hot pools, forest walks, and mountain biking for all skill levels.

Kaikōura (~1 hr 20 min)
Whale watching, deep-sea fishing, and breathtaking coastal scenery.
Features at this lodge include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from Sherwood Estate Winery and 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from Waipara Springs Winery
This lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This lodge also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

This Greta Valley lodge is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Spacious rural lodge - ideal for groups, families, friends and celebrations Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing and as described. Very spacious and a lot of different things to do. Would definitely come again and recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen D., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place. Spacious rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025