Elm Tree House is a spacious and elegant 1920's residence, set in a large garden and close to all of Christchurch's main amenities.

Extensive renovations and the addition of private ensuite bathrooms are in sympathy with the original style created by the first owner, Mr. Eddie England, Christchurch's leading architect of the time, and now nationally recognized with a New Zealand Historic Places Trust listing.

Elm Tree House is located on the City bus route, 10 to 15 minutes from the airport, Trans Alpine Rail, Hagley Park and a short 3 to 5 minute walk away to many fine restaurants, antique and specialty shops.

After 16 years of living and working around the world, your hosts Karen and Allan Scott returned to our beautiful city in 1995 to establish the finest in quality hosted accommodation.

Rooms:

Each of our six rooms has its own unique style and character. King, Queen, twin and triple sized beds allow guests a complete choice to ensure a peaceful night's sleep.

All rooms have their own ensuite bathrooms, television, telephone, tea and coffee. We trust you will have a relaxed and enjoyable stay, whether here on business or pleasure.

Facilities and Services:

Enjoy a delicious cooked or continental breakfast. Join us each morning in our elegant dining room that flows through French-doors out to both lawn and garden.

Breakfast is included in the tariff and tea, coffee, sherry and port are always available in our spacious guest lounge. If you would like to dine in for the evening, please give prior notice.

Features include:

• Solar heated swimming pool
• Laundry service
• Phone and fax facilities
• Email and WWW access
• City bus service 50 meters from our gate
• Close to St Georges Hospital
• Take a mini-shuttle-bus from the airport or railway station to our door for NZ$8 per person
• Relax to great music from our Whurlitzer Jukebox
• South Island travel planning

Attractions:

Our beautiful and peaceful city, founded in the mid-19th century, reflects its colonial past. Christchurch has many fine buildings and a city centre where visitors can wander unhindered among cafés, shops, gardens and Hagley Park.

Christchurch's attractions include:

• Cathedral Square
• Court Theatre
• Casino
• Excellent restaurants
• Punting in the Park
• Night of Maori Magic
• Historic tramway
• Antarctic Center
• Airforce World
• Wildlife Parks
• Art Galleries
• Museum
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Gondola
• Top golf courses

Day excursions include:

• Kaikoura - see whales, dolphins and seals
• Vineyard trails and wine tasting
• Hamner thermal springs
• Ski fields - mid-June to mid-October
• Tranz Alpine Railway
• Fishing - guide available
• Akaroa - French village and dolphins
• Garden Tours
• City Tours

With our knowledge of Christchurch and the South Island you can't help but fell relaxed and well informed when it comes time for you to explore our beautiful city and country.

Comments:

"You were recommended by a friend and I can see why. Great end to my South Island tour."

• Trish Stutchbury - Cambridge, England

"What a lovely visit. True New Zealand hospitality."

• Thomas Victor & Betty Hart - Arlington, Texas

"Wonderful hosts. Wonderful stay. A real classy joint."

• Ray & Sue Paton - Queensland, Australia

"Thanks for all your travel tips. Excellent service."

• Rose Agnew - Phoenix, Arizona

"Thank you for making us feel so welcome in your home."

• Caroline & Mark Crowthorne - Berks, UK

"A great place to spend our wedding night."
Karen & Andrew Bainbridge -Christchurch, New Zealand

"We loved to be here, wonderful place, very nice people."

• Sonja & Martin - Germany

"Comfortable, relaxing and the most perfect welcome. Thanks"

• Mike & Anne Hall - The Netherlands

"Beautiful accommodation and gardens. Excellent meals and gracious hosts."

• Arthur & Jane Jones - USA