Lavericks Bay - Camp

Lavericks Bay - Camp

Banks Peninsula

With the campsite only a 15-minute meander (or 3-minute drive) down to a beautiful secluded beach, glamping at Lavericks Bay on Banks Peninsula is something pretty special.

Rich in history, the scenic bay is set on a 1000 hectare sheep and beef farm, which has been in the same family since the 1850s. 

The campsite is set on a sunny spot on the farm. It has two, thoughtfully decorated tents both with wood burners, and a camp kitchen and bathroom. With a dedicated communal area, the campsite is perfectly set up for two families, or a group of friends holidaying together. A four-person hot tub offers the ultimate outdoor soaking-under-the-stars experience.

Enjoy long, warm days swimming and playing in the soft sand on the safe beach. When the tide is low, there are rock pools exposed for young kids, (and kids at heart!) to explore.  You may even get a glimpse of a rare Hectors dolphin or seal - frequent visitors to Lavericks Bay.

In the evening, gather at the campsite, or take a picnic basket down to the beach for a glass of wine and toast marshmallows around the campfire.

If you're dying for a chance to escape, relax and really reconnect with family and friends, make it an adventure too, and go glamping at Lavericks Bay!

FROM $250 p/n

  • Sleeps 7
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            Children welcome
      Children welcome
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            Specials
      Specials

A $50 Single Night Surcharge applies on top of the nightly rate when booking a single night. You will need to add this charge during the booking process. The calendar below will specify where one-night bookings are allowed.

PLEASE NOTE: Lavericks Bay does not allow check-ins or check-outs on a Saturday so please do not book for a Saturday arrival/departure.

Make sure you download or print this handy info sheet with directions and host contact details prior to your journey. You may not have mobile reception at all times.

Please note, the road into Lavericks Bay is narrow and windy for the last half hour or so. While most Kiwi drivers will be familiar with this kind of road, overseas drivers should be aware and take extra care.

address
 

603 Lavericks Ridge Road, Akaroa 7583

directions
 

Lavericks Bay is set on Banks Peninsula, 1.75 hours from Christchurch and 35 minutes from Akaroa.

From Christchurch (drive time 1.75 hours):

  • Take SH75 towards Akaroa. 
  • You will drive through Little River and then up a large hill. At the top of this hill turn left onto the Summit Road. 
  • Follow this to Le Bons Bay and drive into the bay. 
  • Just before you reach the beach you will see a signpost to Lavericks Bay. 
  • Head up the shingle road. At the top turn right and drive over the cattle stop and down into Lavericks Bay. 
  • Once you reach the valley floor drive over the bridge and go straight ahead over the cattlestop. 
  • The road then turns left and you will see the campsite less than 1km ahead on your left.
  • Either drive over the cattle stop, turn left and park (then walk over the creek to the campsite); or if you have a 4WD and the creek is not too high, drive on a little further and drive over the creek and park at the site. If it has been particullary wet we'll be in touch to get you across safely.

From Akaroa (drive time 35 minutes):

  • Drive out of Akaroa. 
  • At the top of the hill, before turning into Takamatua, turn off SH75 and head up the Long Bay Road (this will be sign posted to Le Bons Bay). 
  • Follow this to Le Bons Bay and drive into the bay. 
  • Just before you reach the beach you will see a signpost to Lavericks Bay. 
  • Head up the shingle road. At the top turn right and drive over the cattle stop and down into Lavericks Bay. 
  • Once you reach the valley floor drive over the bridge and go straight ahead over the cattlestop. 
  • The road then turns left and you will see the campsite less than 1km ahead on your left.
  • Either drive over the cattle stop, turn left and park (then walk over the creek to the campsite); or if you have a 4WD and the creek is not too high, drive on a little further and drive over the creek and park at the site. If it has been particularly wet we'll be in touch to get you across safely.

Lavericks Bay - Camp

WHAT TIME IS CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT?

WHAT ARE THE BED AND BEDDING ARRANGEMENTS?

WHAT ARE THE KITCHEN AND COOKING FACILITIES?

WHAT ARE THE BATHROOM FACILITIES?

IS THERE POWER?

IS THERE MOBILE PHONE RECEPTION?

Is there heating?

What is glamping like in Winter?

Can children stay at LAVERICKS BAY?

CAN I BRING MY DOG OR HORSE?

HOW PRIVATE AND REMOTE IS Lavericks Bay Camp?

WHAT IS THE ACCESS LIKE AND WHERE DO I PARK MY CAR?

CAN I HAVE A CAMPFIRE?

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

ARE THERE ANY SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS?

Is there a charge to use the hot tub?

CAN I BOOK FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY?

MINIMUM STAY PERIODS

RATES

Hot Tub Charge

GIFT VOUCHERS

2. booking and payments

3. Guest cancellations and date changes

4. Host Cancellations

5. safety and hazards

6. pets

7. GST

8. conditions of occupancy and conduct

9. Complaints

10. Liability

11. Gift vouchers

12. Law

13. Changes to booking conditions

14. Authority to sign

  • Eating and Drinking

    Lavericks Bay is self-catering. Just bring your own food and chilly-bin and cook meals using the BBQ and facilities provided in your private camp kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    If you want a break from cooking at any stage, Akaroa is a 35-minute drive away and filled with delicious places to eat out.

    The nearest shop selling food and alcohol is the Akaroa Four Square. Akaroa also has some fantastic alternative food outlets, like the local butcher and deli.

  • Things To Do

    Private. Beach. Need we say more? Swim, fish, go rock hopping at low tide, bring your outdoor equipment and kayak, boogie board, surf or paddleboard. Have a beach campfire and toast marshmallows or sausages on a stick. Go skinny dipping! The options are endless. 

    Walk over farmland, or bring your bike and head up some of the farm tracks. There are some excellent and challenging mountain bike tracks for enthusiasts! No outdoor equipment is provided by Lavericks Bay at this stage, so if this sounds like fun, make sure you bring your own.

    At the campsite, there are board games, cards and books. Relax on your daybed with a blanket and a good book, or soak in the hot tub for a spot of stargazing. Bring a guitar and enjoy a good 'ol sing-song round the fire. 

    There's plenty to keep you entertained on the property, but if you feel like treating yourself to lunch out, the pretty town of Akaroa is a short but scenic 35-minute drive away. The local area offers plenty of activities too - with kayak and bike rental, the Akaroa Cooking School and dolphin & nature cruises.

  • Your Hosts

    Lavericks Bay is a farm with a rich family history. Harriet's parents were the 5th generation of family to farm there, and Harriet and her siblings have fond memories of the adventurous childhood they had growing up on the stunning property.

    Harriet met Lloyd, who also grew up on a south island farm, at Lincoln University and after a few years of study, travel and working overseas, they were married at home at Lavericks Bay. When Harriet's parents retired, they took the opportunity to move back and farm the family property with Joe, their six week old baby. Daughters Scarlett and Willa followed soon after, and now the 7th generation of the family is enjoying the delights of the Lavericks Bay farming lifestyle.

    The young family love their piece of Kiwi paradise - living by the sea and enjoying their beautiful soft sand beach. Welcoming and genuine, Harriet and Lloyd have a sincere desire to share their property with others...And they look forward to meeting you!

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