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Akaroa Harbour

A defining experience in Akaroa accommodation The Gables Country House Step back in time... With accommodation in just one guest room . . . our objective is for our clients to have an experience that they will treasure, to enjoy the moment and all that 'The Gables' has to offer. Peace, privacy in an environment that is totally unique. Fine accommodation and dining
	Built out of solid Totara in the 1860s for a local farmer, 'The Gables' luxury accommodation in Akaroa has been lovingly restored. It accurately captures the romanticism of the age without compromising on comfort. The wallpaper and drapes have been imported from England, and a Stanley woodstove, imported from Ireland, is used for cooking and keeps the whole house warm in winter. The specially-selected antique pieces give the house its unique atmosphere.  Your double bedroom has its own private courtyard, an en-suite bathroom and a private sitting room, which opens out onto a verandah with breathtaking views of the harbour. You'll adore the superb brass double bed and antiques.
The superb grounds have been landscaped to accentuate the magnificent views. These, together with the magnificent old oaks, walnuts, plane trees and natives, are a feature of the property.  Your private living room features an open fireplace with a kauri surround & a reading corner with a superb view. As the only guests you will enjoy the exclusive ambience of "The Gables" while being pampered in the relaxed atmosphere created by Lyn and Chris. Enjoy the free range hens, a milking goat, sheep, two horses, cat, dog and native birds.
	How to find us: head towards Akaroa, past little River & over the hill, turn right at Barry's Bay, past French Farm to Wainui Beach, turn right into Cemetery Road, then into Warnerville Road. You'll find us first on the left. We're 1 hour 10 minutes drive from Christchurch, 25 minutes from Akaroa. Address: Warnerville Road, Wainui RD2, Akaroa Phone: +64 3 304-8980 Fax: +64 3 304-8932 Email: Gables.Country.House@xtra.co.nz website: www.gables.co.nz/ Prices: $NZ 200-240 nightly for 2 people (includes breakfast). $NZ 140-160 for one person. Dinner: $NZ 60-75 a head Lunch: by arrangement Fully licensed Your Hosts: Lyn Baynes & Chris Broome The Gables Country House