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Quarry Cabin

Canterbury


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Eating and Drinking

EATING AND DRINKING

Quarry Cabin is self-catering. Just bring your food and drink, and cook meals using the single-ring gas cooker, wood burner stove range oven or Weber Baby Q provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

You're only minutes from Waikari township with several cafes and pubs to choose from. The Waikari Star & Garter pub is open Wednesday to Sunday from noon to 8:30pm. If you want coffee, try Waikari Kitchen. Takeaways are also available.

The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is the Waikari gas station. A four-square is located in Hawarden, 9 minutes away. A larger supermarket can be found in Amberley, a 20-minute drive away.

Things to Do

THINGS TO DO

The Quarry's prime location offers minimal light pollution making it an ideal prime spot for stargazing. And if you're into painting, unleash your inner artist and paint the picturesque view right in front of you.

Experience the rich wine culture of North Canterbury by visiting its many cellar doors (find out more here). The region offers a variety of adventurous activities such as tramping, fishing, hunting, kayaking, boating, mountain biking, beachcombing, scenic driving, hot pools, jet boating, fossil hunting, and farm tours - so there's plenty to do!

If you want to simply relax, turn on the speaker and fill up the outdoor bath - drift away into a state of pure bliss.

Your Hosts

YOUR HOSTS

Your hosts at Quarry Cabin are Sharon and Doug, along with their pets Stewie the British Blue cat, Sissy the rescue cat, and Tip the retired farm dog!

Sharon and Doug have owned the block since 2020 and plan to build their forever home here in the future. The cabin was originally built for lambing season and as a temporary residence while renovating. Doug is a retired U.S.A.F aircraft engineer who now takes care of their rare breed sheep and cows on the lifestyle blocks. Meanwhile, Sharon is busy designing their next new and exciting accomodation project.

The cabin offers outstanding views and a peaceful country location - your hosts are thrilled to share it with you!

TESTIMONIALS

“ Such a cool place to wind down and relax. Close to Christchurch, wonderful hosts, amazing outlook and a super clean and comfortable cabin. ”

Bryce Jenkins- 2024-07-24

20 / 20

“ Wonderful hosts, wonderful accommodation and wonderful setting. I can’t wait to come back! ”

Karen O’Malley- 2026-03-27

1 / 20

“ We loved our stay. It had an amazing view, loved the outdoor bath and it was a relaxing two days. Thank you. ”

Julie Manderson- 2026-03-19

2 / 20

“ We had a wonderful stay at Quarry Cabin — the view was absolutely stunning! It was incredibly relaxing both during the day and at night. Such a peaceful and memorable place to unwind. Doug and Sharon were incredibly kind and accommodating. We’re so grateful you shared your little slice of paradise with us. ”

Natasha Fergus- 2026-02-10

3 / 20

“ This was a wonderful place to stay, we highly recommend it! ”

Benjamin Robb- 2025-12-12

4 / 20

“ It was a wonderful experience. Beautiful place and wonderful hosts. ”

Ivo Pimberis- 2025-11-28

5 / 20

“ The pictures do not do the place justice, the mountain views and general atmosphere is better than portrayed! ”

Katie Riley- 2025-08-08

6 / 20

“ A wonderful little hideaway in North Canterbury, awesome hosts and perfect facilities for an off-grid but super comfortable stay. ”

Victoria Leggett- 2025-06-03

7 / 20

“ Loved our stay here. Amazing quiet location with great facilities. Hosts, Sharon and Doug, were very welcoming and helpful! I didn't want to leave! ”

Gary Smith- 2025-05-19

8 / 20

“ On a clear night, you can see a starry sky. The house is very warm with the help of firewood. It is a small and cosy home. ”

xiaodan zhang- 2025-05-12

9 / 20

“ A fabulous stay in a stunning setting. Amazing views with total peace and tranquillity guaranteed. Wonderful hosts too! ”

Nicola Lathe- 2025-05-04

10 / 20

“ We loved our stay at the Quarry Cabin and Sharon and Doug are the loveliest hosts! The cabin was incredible with all the facilities you can ever imagine – a perfect getaway to watch the sunsets and soak in a hot tub under the starry sky. Would 100% recommend and would love to come back! ”

Anna Ivanova- 2025-04-30

11 / 20

“ We loved this little get away stay. Everything worked really well, lovely hosts. ”

George Barry- 2025-01-16

12 / 20

“ Such a great secluded getaway, not far from Christchurch! A great opportunity to unwind. ”

Deanna McKay- 2025-01-14

13 / 20

“ Quarry Cabin stay was a truly beautiful space. The views were amazing. Highly recommend. ”

Nicholette Kilgour- 2025-01-12

14 / 20

“ A perfect night away. We had an incredible time at this charming cabin. The place was exactly as shown in the images—beautiful, serene, and beautifully isolated, yet with convenient access to nearby hotels just a short drive away. The cabin itself was cosy and well-equipped, with all the necessary amenities for cooking and fulfilling all our needs. The highlight of our stay was the breathtaking night sky, perfect for stargazing. We also loved the hot tub and the bench with a stunning sunset view. It really set the mood for a relaxing and memorable experience. ”

Abhilash Sundarasami- 2024-12-15

15 / 20

“ A truly wonderful stay at the Quarry Cabin with kind and helpful hosts that surpassed our expectations! We booked Quarry Cabin as a short stay on our honeymoon, and Sharon and Doug were so warm and welcoming throughout our stay. The cabin was clean, cosy, and we had the best night just unplugging and enjoying the countryside. Their instructions for the cabin were super helpful and easy to figure out. We even spent some time with Doug in the morning on a tour of the property! Highly recommend this cabin to everyone! ”

Kirstie Fleger- 2024-11-28

16 / 20

“ A lovely, quiet, secluded spot that allowed me to unwind for the weekend. I loved the outdoor bath! That was why I booked this place, and it didn’t disappoint. ”

Lis Cribb- 2024-11-19

17 / 20

“ Great hosts, great place and great hospitality. Couldn't have wanted more in a short stay away. ”

Nick Sundstrum- 2024-09-12

18 / 20

“ Thanks, Sharon and Doug, for an amazing weekend away! What a lovely cabin and place to spend our precious time away. We really appreciate all the communication and information you provided; it really made us feel at home. We could tell you've put great thought into the setup. We would highly recommend it to others! ”

Kha Pham Nguyen- 2024-08-04

19 / 20

“ Such a cool place to wind down and relax. Close to Christchurch, wonderful hosts, amazing outlook and a super clean and comfortable cabin. ”

Bryce Jenkins- 2024-07-24

20 / 20

“ Wonderful hosts, wonderful accommodation and wonderful setting. I can’t wait to come back! ”

Karen O’Malley- 2026-03-27

1 / 20

Scenic coastal landscape viewed through a golden tent opening, showing lush green hillside with forest line meeting turquoise ocean waters under clear blue sky

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