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Designer Cottage

3.0 of 5
53 Hastings Street West, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Designer Cottage
Ranked #24 of 102 Christchurch B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
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Indonesia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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A place me and my friends first experience Christchurch. Either you do or don't like the place... for us we loving it to the Max !! Chet is so nice to guests. If you don't like him... you are having problem. We come back for sure!! The ensuite room is the best. Double & Single are shares, so make sure... More

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Lochem, The Netherlands
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

I stayed for 6 days in designer cottage. The host Chet was really helpfully with preparing my job interview. Room and bathroom were clean and everything you need is available. Designer cottage is situated near the city-centre, a walk will take 15 minutes, or else there is a busstop around the corner. This is the place where you can experience... More

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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We had a wonderful stay in Christchurch. Chet was so very accommodating and had terrific advice. We stayed for 2 days, went tramping, then returned. Chet kept our extra luggage and even gave us the same room when we returned. We met very nice people at breakfast and had a terrific time. Please visit Christchurch - the city needs support... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Really love the simple but elegent DESIGNER COTTAGE when first time staying on April 25 The Host, Chet Wah is an easy-going person who can share his lifestyle, carrer, even favor for travelling & joy for foodies * you will have a wonderful stay when you step in ~ sweet home ! More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Rooms smelt of mould and mildew,toilet didn't flush,was filthy,dishes not clean, wifi didn't work properly, TV didn't work properly, phone not charged so couldn't make a local call.Maybe the house next door is OK but do not stay at No.57 only redeeming factor the caretaker refunded our money for one night as we moved out after the first night! More

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Shanghai, China
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

First time B&B in Christchurch from China. Loving it! The host is very friendly and the B&B house is very unique. Heritage cottage with old charms. Will consider staying again in B&B for my future travel. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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This tastefully remodelled heritage cottage is absolutely charming and a delightful place to stay. We we there four nights altogether: three when we flew into Christ Church and again for one night on our return before flying back to Australia. Our Standard Double ensuite room with its comfortable queen size bed and small but well designed bathroom, had a very... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012
3
people found this review helpful

Recent visit to Christchurch staying at the BnB. The owner are friendly and knowing the surroundings attrraction really well. After the quakes, most interesting shops such as Burger and Beer, Honey Pot are some great eating places chet recommended. Room are good and unique. Best is to book the ensuite Double. The rest is double or single with share bathrooms.... More

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The world
1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
6
people found this review helpful

The Designer Cottage is away from harm's way in Christchurch. This is a lovely bed and breakfast that has all the amenities you need. It has a home feeling along with an owner that is invaluable. Chet is available to help you and does an impeccable balance of letting you enjoy your stay privately and giving a helping hand when... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

Almost missed Christchurch visit after all the poor publicity. Luckily we took the owner advice to have a short stay. The B&B is right on the Edge of red zone, with the wooden structure we felts safe. There are a few after shocks during our stay, so it is a bit of interesting experience that we never had before. The... More

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53 Hastings Street West, Christchurch, New Zealand
Price range (per night):* 77 AUD - 167 AUD

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