Spa Pool, Sea and Panoramic Views: Spacious Cass Bay Beach house
Escape to Mariners Lookout — a tranquil Cass Bay retreat with spa pool, stunning views and large deck.
Wake up to sweeping views across the hills, sea and sky; enjoy your morning coffee al fresco in the sunshine; relax in the spa pool; soak up the sun on the deck, fire up the BBQ or wander down to beautiful Cass Bay beach.
Just 4 minutes from Lyttelton & 15 minutes from Christchurch CBD, enjoy the best of both worlds — a peaceful seaside setting with the city & harbour just a short drive away
THE SPACE:
Welcome to Mariners Lookout — your peaceful coastal escape in Cass Bay.
Perched above the bay, this bright and comfortable three-bedroom home offers relaxed coastal living with spectacular views across the hills, sea and sky. It’s ideal for couples, friends and groups looking for somewhere peaceful to unwind while exploring Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.
Wake up to sunlight streaming through the windows and enjoy your morning coffee while taking in the changing colours of the hills. Spend your days exploring the secluded Cass Bay beach, nearby walking tracks and the vibrant harbour town of Lyttelton, just four minutes from your door.
Then come home and make the most of your private outdoor space:
♨️ Relax in the private heated spa pool while enjoying the views.
☀️ Stretch out on the new expanded deck, soak up the afternoon sun or enjoy dinner outdoors.
🔥 Fire up the Oklahoma Joe charcoal BBQ for an al fresco meal.
🍴 Cook at home in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with Nespresso machine and plenty of storage.
🛋️ Unwind in the spacious open-plan living area with a 55” Smart TV, soundbar and Apple TV.
🛏️ Sleep comfortably in our locally made beds, with the sound of the sea nearby.
🛁 Freshen up in one of two modern bathrooms, including one with a luxurious bathtub.
❄️ Stay comfortable year-round with a powerful heatpump/air conditioning, bedroom heaters and full double glazing.
👚 Make longer stays easy with the in-house laundry and efficient washer/dryer.
With tile and wood floors throughout, Mariners Lookout is easy to care for and well suited to couples, groups and longer stays.
Guests love the home’s peaceful coastal setting, sparkling cleanliness, thoughtful touches and spectacular views — an Airbnb Guest Favourite that feels like home from the moment you arrive.
GUEST ACCESS:
Check-in is fast and easy using our smart lock. Our official check-in time is 4pm, but we can often offer earlier access as soon as cleaning is finished. Just ask and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
We cannot usually accommodate late checkouts due to tight cleaning schedules.
You’ll have the entire property to yourself — there are no hosts on-site and no spaces shared with anyone outside your group.
There is free off-street parking for two vehicles on our parking deck at street level.
Access to the front door is via a short flight of stairs from the parking area, and there are also a few stairs from the hallway to the living area.
Safe street parking is available for additional vehicles if required. Please let us know if you’ll be bringing more than two cars.
Cass Bay beach is an easy walk down the hill. A shortcut between numbers 1 and 3 Mariners Cove gets you to the beach in less than five minutes.
While there are some buses on the peninsula, we recommend having your own vehicle to explore the area and make the most of your stay.
Bedding for the sofa bed is kept in the cupboard under the TV.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
♨️ Spa / BBQ
Guests are welcome to enjoy the spa pool and BBQ. Please follow the house guidelines to keep everything clean and enjoyable for everyone.
• BBQ: Wipe down surfaces or wash the grills. Coals can go in the rubbish once completely cooled.
• Spa: Please check your feet for sand, pebbles or grass before getting in. The spa lid must be lifted carefully and kept in the holder while the spa is in use. Please ensure the lid is always replaced when the spa is not being used. The spa pool cannot be used after 10pm as the noise will disturb our neighbours.
Extra cleaning fees may apply if the spa or BBQ are left excessively dirty (minimum $50 for BBQ, $200 for spa).
🔇 Noise
We live in a quiet, residential neighbourhood and sound can carry easily to our neighbours’ houses. Please keep outdoor noise to a minimum after dark and ensure that neighbouring properties are not disturbed. The spa pool cannot be used after 10pm as noise from the spa may disturb our neighbours and if you wish to use the spa early in the morning, please take care not to make any noise.
🐾 Pets
We love animals, but due to host allergies we’re unable to accommodate pets — this includes assistance animals. Thank you for understanding.
🎥 Security
For your peace of mind, there is a motion-activated security camera on the parking area and one on the front entrance. These are not actively monitored, but recordings can be reviewed if ever needed. There are no cameras inside the house.
🧦 Comfort Tip
The house features modern tile and wood floors — stylish and easy-care, but they can feel a little cool on your feet in winter. We recommend packing socks or slippers to stay cozy during your stay.
🛒 Local Area
Cass Bay is a peaceful seaside community with no shops or restaurants, so we suggest stopping in Christchurch for supplies on your way. Nearby Lyttelton (just 4 minutes away) has a small supermarket for essentials, plus great cafes, bars and restaurants. Don’t miss the Saturday farmers’ market if you’re here for the weekend!
🔥 Gas Supply
The house runs on bottled gas. If it ever runs out during your stay, simply switch to the full bottle (instructions are provided at the house). Once you’ve switched it, please let us know so we can arrange a refill.
💡 Tip: If your cooktop still works, the gas hasn’t run out yet — no need to change bottles!
🔐 Smart Lock
You’ll receive a unique code for the front door before check-in. The door locks automatically after a short delay, so you don’t need to lock it manually during your stay.
🧺 Laundry
Please feel free to use the washer/dryer in the laundry space off the main hallway. There is also a second dryer in the master bedroom cupboard for our cleaner’s use only- please don’t use this one during your stay.
🍎APPLE TV
Apple TV is provided at the property for your enjoyment as part of the basic Apple TV subscription only. Please do not attempt to purchase or rent any additional movies, TV programmes, subscriptions or other paid content through the Apple TV app.
Any additional paid content purchased or rented using the house Apple Account during your stay will be the responsibility of the booking guest and will be charged directly to the guest.
🗑️ Rubbish & Recycling
Cass Bay has limited bin collection (fortnightly), so we really appreciate your help keeping things tidy.
Please use the bins on the parking deck:
* Yellow bins: Recycling (paper, plastic, glass, cans)
* Red bin: General waste
There are two yellow bins — please fill the first before using the second. Feel free to use the bins for rubbish from your stay, but we kindly ask that you don’t leave any waste brought from elsewhere, as space is limited. Additional charges may apply if excessive rubbish is left behind to cover disposal costs.
Sorting your recycling helps keep the red bin free for general waste — thank you!
Kitchen & Dining
Spacious new kitchen with stone benchtops and tonnes of storage space. Fully equipped with cookware, utensils, cutlery and crockery as well as plenty of appliances including a Nespresso machine, blender, microwave and sandwich press. There’s an oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher – everything you need to feel right at home.
Bedrooms
Master bedroom has a King bed, wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with bathtub! The other two bedrooms each have a Queen bed, bedside tables and wardrobes. There’s also a sofa bed in the lounge – just let us know if you’re planning on using this so we can ensure that bedding is left out for you.
Bathrooms
There are two large bathrooms. The ensuite includes a high-pressure shower with rainfall head and bathtub. The main bathroom features a shower with fabulous pressure. We have gas hot water so it is fast, hot and long-lasting.
Outdoor Areas
There’s a spacious deck with Oklahoma Joe charcoal BBQ, outdoor seating and stunning views of the hills, harbour and Banks Peninsula. There’s also a smaller deck out the front of the house; the perfect spot for a morning coffee.
Entertainment
We have a 55″ Smart TV with Netflix provided. There’s also a soundbar with subwoofer and an Alexa for music.
There is a small selection of books, puzzles and board games at the house.
Nearby
Lyttelton (4 minutes’ drive)
Cass Bay beach (5 minutes’ walk)
Christchurch City (14 minutes’ drive)
Rapaki, Governors Bay & Diamond Harbour
Akaroa and the rest of Banks Peninsula
Crater Rim Walkway
House Rules
1. Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the property (outdoors as well as inside).
2. Due to host allergies, we cannot accommodate any pets or support animals
3. If you change over the gas bottle from the empty bottle to the full bottle during your stay, please let the hosts know immediately?
4. All guests agree that they will not turn off the wifi – this affects the operating systems of the house.
5. Please be aware that our rubbish bins are only collected once every 2 weeks and the general waste bin is very small. While guests are welcome to use the bins on the parking deck, please be considerate of the amount left behind and please ensure that all recycling goes into the yellow bin and all food waste into the green bin.
Safety Features
There are smoke alarms throughout the house and a CO2 alarm in the lounge. There is a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in the kitchen. There is a motion-activated security camera on the parking area – this is not actively monitored but recordings can be retrieved if needed.
Booking Cancellation Policy
Guests may cancel their booking up to 7 full days before check-in to receive a full refund of the booking amount. Cancellations made less than 7 full days before check-in are non-refundable. The 3% bank payment fee is non-refundable in all cases.