Accrington Farmhouse, on Ridgecliff Farm is a charming heritage property, with 8 bedrooms, large stunning garden and a private venue space. Nestled in the heart of a family sheep and cattle farm, minutes from stunning beaches and access to a range of walks, Accrington is a rural hideaway that warmly evokes the rich farming and coastal history of Banks Peninsula. The perfect location for groups big or small to gather, celebrate, explore, relax and enjoy coastal country life at its best. The space An enchanting heritage farmhouse, set in a glorious hillside garden with views across the farm. Decorated in simple rural interiors that draw on and celebrate the heritage and surround nature. Accrington Farmhouse is a cosy, inviting and relaxing getaway for up to 17 people. With a number of iconic Banks Peninsula beaches within minutes of the farmhouse and a number of private and public walking tracks, Accrington Farmhouse is a great base to explore the best of Banks Peninsula. Catching all day sun the charming retreat offers an endless number of ways to unwind. Brunch on the morning veranda looking across the garden to the paddocks. Reading on the front veranda watching the wood pigeons swoop by and feed from the giant Pohutukawa tree. Watch the kids enjoy the play ground or have a chat to the friendly sheep in the orchard paddock. Long lunches and dinners in the garden and nights snuggled up with a board game by the fire. Located 1 hour and 30 minutes from central Christchurch and 35 minutes from Akaroa, Accrington Farmhouse allows you to escape to the country while being close enough to explore all Banks Peninsula has to offer. KITCHEN: A well equipped open plan farmhouse kitchen opens out to a sunny verandah and garden. You will find everything you need to cook and serve delicious meals for your group of guests. An outdoor Weber BBQ is also provided. BEDROOMS: Accrington Farmhouse has eight bedrooms across two buildings enables up to 17 guests. Each bedroom has luxury cotton bedlinen and natural french linen and New Zealand wool furnishing. In the main part of the house downstairs there are 2 x queen rooms and 2 x twin rooms. Upstairs has one main loft with 3 single beds and a king room. At the entrance of the main house is the sweet 'Honey Shed' which is a separate dwelling with 2 king bedrooms (can be split into singles). The design of the house ensures it to feels cosy for all group sizes while the upstairs loft and separate Honey Shed provides space for larger gatherings. THE SEED SHED: Accrington Farmhouse has a private venue space located in the garden called The Seed Shed. A dedicated space for intimate celebrations, weddings, workshops, meetings, retreats and gatherings. Over looking a perennial garden with timber floors, colonial windows, wooden rafters and timber tables and chairs. The Seed Shed is set up with a dining table for 17 guests and casual cane seating. However, the Seed Shed can be configured to your needs and can seat up to 40 guests in a dining set up. *(Please discuss pricing with us for use of the Seed Shed as additional charges do apply based on numbers and how the space will be used). ADDITIONAL DAY GUESTS: When guests use Accrington Farmhouse for events, gatherings or celebrations and invite day guests, prior approval of day guests must be granted by hosts. Additional charges apply for day guests. WEDDINGS: Accrington Farmhouse invites wedding enquiries and has a different pricing structure. All wedding enquiries must be made directly with host and we can share our wedding packages with you. WALKING TRACKS: Explore the area on foot with numerous public and private walks ranging from 30 minutes - 3 hours +, cycling routes and hiking trials. With a range of stunning beaches within 5 - 15 minutes away their are endless options to swim, surf, kayak, paddle, fish, boat or just lie on the beach. As soon as you arrive at Accrington you will feel like you are home and never want to leave. Guest access Enjoy exclusive and private use of the entire house and garden. The property is fully fenced with lots of space for the kids to run around, there is plenty of parking for vehicles and boats. Other things to note With prior approval Accrington is available for intimate celebrations and gatherings, workshops and retreats. Please contact us to discuss your ideas and dreams. Cellphone reception is limited in the house but often available in certain places around the garden. Excellent WIFI is supplied.