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Cave Rock Guest House

3.0 star property
Beach guesthouse near Taylor's Mistake Beach

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Beach/ocean view
Point of interest
Panoramic Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Flat-screen TV, books
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Esplanade, Sumner, Christchurch, 8081

What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Brighton Beach - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Christchurch Gondola - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spur on Redcliffs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Valley Inn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ten27 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Christchurch Gondola - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cave Rock Guest House

Guesthouse remodeled in 2023 and located near Taylor's Mistake Beach
Located close to Ferrymead Heritage Park and Christchurch Gondola, Cave Rock Guest House provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. This guesthouse is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and windsurfing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Beach towels, books, and an electric bike charging station
  • Secured bicycle storage, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Showers, hair dryers, and soap
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Library
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Electric bike charging
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Laundry fee: NZD 10 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts mobile payments and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cave Rock Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cave Rock Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cave Rock Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cave Rock Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cave Rock Guest House located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Sumner guesthouse is in the historical district, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Taylor's Mistake Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ferrymead Heritage Park and Lyttelton Harbour. Christchurch Gondola and Christchurch Art Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Cave Rock Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Amazing hostess and beautiful location.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Excellent location, very comfortable and I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful time. The place was very comfortable and the hosts were welcoming and helpful. Sumner Beach is a perfect little beach town, just like you'd hope it to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

2nd time staying there and did not disappoint, clean and very friendly professional service, such a beautiful spot for the beach front and so close to all necessities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

An amazing, beautiful beachfront home, and the hosts are SO accommodating! We were very fortunate to book a place this nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

A lovely night away to celebrate my birthday! Have stayed here before and can’t beat it for location. Walking distance to all the eateries, shops and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10

Comfortable place to stay in great location - near variety of cafes and restaurants and across the road from the beach. Only downside was that the only access to the room was through the owner's front door - no private access.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Right on the beach by the Cave Rock

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10

I liked this property and it offered everything needed for a short comfortable stay. The only criticism was the shower. It was impossible not to make a mess as there was no shower curtain and the whole floor, toilet etc got wet. This is easily fixed by installing a ceiling mounted track to hang a shower curtain on. Otherwise the hosts were very hospitable and their dog Bruce was a real bonus. Loved him.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10

I didn't realize just how far away this property was from the airport ($100 Uber ride). It's very clean and the host appreciates it if you let her know that you're showing up late (my train was massively delayed).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

A very comfortable stay very close to the beach and restaurant/ bars. Owners of the property made us feel very welcome. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Really nice people. Lovely place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Väldigt rent och fint! Nära restauranger!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

8/10

Great location view and excellent hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

It was light and fresh and modern. I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10

The property is high quality, the hosts are very friendly and provide excellent service and the views of the sunrise and sunset from the sitting room are magnificent. Highly recommend staying here if you come to Sumner.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10

I was pleasantly surprised when we arrived. Gail was a fantastic host & the suite was so much more than I expected. The price is unbeatable for the area. I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

The location of this accomodation is perfect and the owner is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10

It was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10

Great place for a little getaway in Sumner. Excellent location and lovely property!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10

very friendly people and nice surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10

Fantastic location across from the beach and wonderful hosts! Highly recommended 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021