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Wide sea views captivate you from every guest suite in this gracious, historic, and elegant waterfront petite lodge, in the centre of Akaroa village, steps from excellent restaurants and activities. A proud member of the Heritage and Character Inns of New Zealand.

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  • Maison de la Mer  a petite lodge
  • Maison de la Mer  a petite lodge
  • Maison de la Mer  a petite lodge
Maison de la Mer  a petite lodge
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Maison de la Mer a petite lodge

A Petite Lodge on the waterfront in historic Akaroa

Wide sea and mountain views captivate you from every room in this gracious, historic, elegant waterfront home, in the centre of Akaroa village, steps from restaurants and activities. Sumptuous, intimate and comfortable - luxurious details abound and memorable gourmet breakfasts are the hallmark of our Lodge.  Generous hospitality and privacy assured. Two King Suites and two Queen Suites, all with ensuite bathrooms.   Many complimentary extras, fresh flowers in all rooms, and all the comforts of a five star hotel.

Join Carol and Bruce each evening for wine and canapes on the front verandah overlooking the Harbour, or inside by the fire in the Guest Lounge, before you go out to dinner at one of Akaroa's fantastic restaurants, only minutes walk from the Lodge.

Complimentary WiFi Broadband connection, with guest computer available.


Voted by guests as the winner - 2008 Trip Advisor award for "Best Hidden Gem in the South Pacific", among many other accolades.


 

Boathouse

Our premier suite is set apart from the main house, is larger and has a small kitchen - ideal for longer stays. The theme is French nautical with models, paintings, prints and books about the sailor's world. A sumptuous King bed, with fine French linens, feather pillows and comforters ensure a restful, dreamy night. Lie in bed, with your head on the pillow and enjoy magnificent views of the harbour. Complimentary Port, Chocolates, Teas, Coffee, and our special homemade biscuits, along with Mineral Water, and our honesty minibar. Sky TV, Stereo, DVD, Movies, central heating and air conditioning. Spacious ensuite, with walk in shower, fluffy towels and bathrobes, heated towel rail and our own special toiletries made under our own label from natural ingredients. Private deck to relax on and enjoy the harbour view and sun.

Provence Suite

Feel the magic of Provence in New Zealand’s renowned French village. Broad harbour and beach views from this delightful room, with antique furnishings, orginal artwork. Relax in a Queen antique French bed, fine French linens, feather pillows and comforters that ensure a restful, dreamy night. Complimentary Port, Chocolates, Teas, Coffee, and our special homemade biscuits, along with Mineral Water, and our honesty minibar. Flat screen TV, Stereo, DVD, Movies. Undefloor heating. A large full ensuite bathroom, with walk in shower, double spa bath, fluffy towels and bathrobes, heated towel rail and our own special toiletries made under our own label, from natural ingredients.

Fleur de Lys Suite

Like a trip to France with French antiques and collectibles, and an adjoining sunroom with wide harbour views and a King single chaise longue day bed. In the main bedroom, there is a King bed with fine French linens, feather pillows and comforters that ensure a restful, dreamy night. Complimentary Port, Chocolates, Teas, Coffee, and our special homemade biscuits, along with Mineral Water, and our honesty minibar. Flat screen TV, Stereo, DVD, Movies. Undefloor heating. A charming ensuite bathroom, with walk in shower, fluffy towels and bathrobes, heated towel rail and our own special toiletries made under our own label, from natural ingredients.

The Petite Chambre

Opening 1st November, 2009, La Petite Chambre offers all the luxury and feature of our other rooms in a smaller, yet charming package with limited harbour views and excellent views of the surrounding volcanic mountains at a more modest price. As this is a work in progress, we do not yet have photos of the room to show you, but rest assured that this room exudes all the style and comfort of Maison de la Mer. Ensuite bathroom, Complimentary Port and Chocolates, Mineral Water and a selection of Teas and Coffee. Bathrobes and fluffy towels with our own special line of bathroom toiletries. Flat screen TV, DVD and Movies. A very special place!

Your Hosts Carol & Bruce ....Bruce, Carol have led an adventuresome life - and have traveled extensively around the world, and have lived aboard yachts in the Caribbean. Bruce has a lifelong love of sailing, and Carol has a special touch with interiors and older houses. Together, they enjoy books, food, wine, music and gardening. Maison de la Mer and Akaroa are perfect settings for them both to explore their interests - under the watchful eye of Harry, the friendly West Highland White Terrier.

Phone 64 3 304-8907
Fax 64 3 304-8917
Email Click to email
Website Click to visit
Address 1 Rue Benoit,Akaroa
Guest and Hosted - 5 Star - Enviro Rating

Directions...

From Christchurch, take Highway 75 to Akaroa - through Halswell and Little River. Consider a viewing stop at the Hilltop and then drive down into Akaroa, where the highway becomes Rue Lavaud - the main street. Drive through the village, past the BNZ Bank, along to next intersection with Rue Benoit. Maison de la Mer is on the left at the corner, opposite the beach.

Nearby Activities...

Arts & Crafts, Farms, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Wineries, Golf, Boat Cruises, Dolphins

Nearby popular destinations...

Hanmer Springs, Christchurch/Akaroa

Tariff...

From $325 to $450 per room per night.

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