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Maison de la Mer

Sometimes, we discover a very precious place that touches all the senses to the extent that it becomes a treasured memory.

Akaroa is such a place and, when you visit, Maison de la Mer will provide you with the perfect setting in which to fully appreciate the magic of this picturesque seaside village with its unique French heritage.

Wide sea views captivate you from every room in this gracious and elegant waterfront home, in the centre of the village, steps from restaurants and activities. Sumptuous, intimate and comfortable, with gourmet breakfasts served overlooking the ever changing harbour scene.

Maison de la Mer is an historic home right on the waterfront in the centre of the village with commanding views of the harbour from all three guest suites.

Peaceful elegance, romance and attention to luxurious detail surround you.

We offer guests three beautiful, individual suites in French Country decor, with fine art, antiques, Persian carpets, crisp white linens, and fresh flowers.

Maison de la Mer is a member of Heritage & Character Inns of New Zealand, the pre-eminent group of luxury B&B Inns in the country.

Fleur de Lys Room

Like a trip to France with French antiques and collectables. Sumptuous Queen bed with fresh white cotton linens, feather duvet and pillows, Marcella cover, and velvet feather comforter, lots of pillows, reading lights, electric blankets, central heating, television with DVD and in house movie library.

Private sunroom with comfortable seating and wide panoramic views of the harbour and surrounding pastoral hillside. Refrigerator with complimentary mineral water and honesty bar.

Complimentary teas and freshly ground coffee, with cookies and chocolates. Ensuite bathroom with luxurious bathrobes, fluffy cotton towels, heated towel rails, and imported French toiletries.

Provence Room

Enjoy the magic of Provence in New Zealand's renowned French village.

Broad harbour and beach views from this delightful room with antique Queen brass bed, fresh white cotton linens, and mounds of feather pillows and duvet, reading lights, electric blankets, central heating, television with DVD and in house movie library.

Antique French furnishings and original art complete this gorgeous room. Refrigerator with complimentary mineral water and honesty bar. Complimentary teas and freshly ground coffee, cookies and chocolates. Ensuite bathroom with double spa bath and separate shower with luxurious bathrobes, fluffy cotton towels, heated towel rails, and imported French toiletries.

The Boathouse

Set apart from the main house, the Boathouse is completely self contained and offers guests extra privacy. With its nautical theme, the Boathouse is a small apartment with a kitchen, bedroom/living room, and bathroom. It has beautiful harbour and hillside views, and a small outside deck.

Guests are provided with a gourmet breakfast brought over to order from the main house. Queen bed, with feather pillows and duvet, reading lights, electric blankets, central heating, television with DVD and in house movie library. Complimentary teas and freshly ground coffee, cookies and chocolates. Ensuite bathroom with luxurious bathrobes, fluffy cotton towels, heated towel rails, and imported French toiletries.

Breakfast

Imagine breakfast with a beautifully set table, freshly baked goodies and squeezed juices, fresh seasonal fruits, a cooked menu selection, freshly ground coffee, and a selection of teas, while peacefully overlooking all the activity in the harbour and on the beach.

Our focus is on fresh ingredients. We use specially dry cured old-fashioned bacon, free range organic eggs, and herbs and vegetables grown in the garden in season.

We have a broad selection of herbal and black teas, and freshly ground filtered coffee. We make our own muesli and yoghurt and serve it with fresh seasonal fruits and a menu of cooked dishes for you to choose from.

We use only the freshest and finest ingredients. Free range eggs, artisan dry smoked bacon and ham. Please advise if you have any special dietary needs, or allergies.

Akaroa

Akaroa is a small picturesque village on the shores of a deep harbour, surrounded and protected by steep hills, just 75 kilometres from Christchurch, with a unique French heritage, full of boutiques and fine restaurants.

Swim with the dolphins, walk some of the many tracks, sail, explore, sea kayak or cycle – all this and more is available on your doorstep.

Let us welcome you to our home, and pamper you with our own special brand of hospitality.

Let the magic of Akaroa touch you at Maison de la Mer.