Lime Hut at Waipara Narrows

  Our second stay at Lime Hut was wonderful, the woodfired sauna was a real treat. A tranquil location to relax and be at peace.

Kate and Francois have crafted… read more something really special here, a very unique place to stay.

Looking forward to the third!

  Such a beautiful off grid stay! Felt far removed and in our own little world. The cabin was so cozy. Had a couple of visitors in the night, some feral… read more cats and possums! Be sure to keep and rubbish food inside ☺️

  Was amazing! Thank you so much.

  Absolutely stunning spot. Cabin was exactly as described, and beautifully done. The sauna was awesome, a real highlight. Kate and Francois were the perfect hosts. Highly recommend this cabin.

  Stunning spot to take a pause from day to day life! Beautiful, quiet, has all the essentials and more! The sauna and outdoor shower were lush! Great communication and recommendations… read more but ended up spending the whole weekend chilling out at the cabin 😇 will be back 🙌🏼

  Went for a weekend away. The hut is placed in the most beautiful, peaceful location. Sunrise was amazing and the sauna was a nice extra. Loved it!!

  Beautiful space!!

  Beautiful wee spot and Francois and Kate are lovely hosts.

  Absolutely stunning, our only regret is we weren’t there for longer. Private and so peaceful!

  This place is truly special! If you want to get away from everything for a few days or just looking for the breathtaking silence and nature New Zealand has to… read more offer, this private cozy spot is the perfect place. I would come back any time and recommend it to anyone asking! Francois and Kate were always available for any questions and give great instructions and recommendations! 11/10!

  The moment we arrived, we wished we had booked a longer stay. The cabins are beautiful, and the hosts’ attention to detail shines. On a hot day we were grateful… read more for a dip in a shallow pool in the river, straight down from the cabin. We had a fantastic stay.

  This is a beautiful and unique stay. Absolutely worth the effort to get off the beaten track and stay here. A perfect romantic spot to re-charge and re-kindle without any… read more other distractions other than the sheep and the view.

  Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in der Lime Hut sehr genossen. Die Lage mitten in der Natur war ein Traum. Wir haben wunderschöne Sonnenauf- und Untergänge gesehen und sind nachts unter… read more traumhaftem Sternenhimmel eingeschlafen. Die Sauna war definitiv ein weiteres Highlight! Die Lime Hut Platter von Kate war sehr köstlich. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur empfehlen und hoffen dass wir eines Tages auch nochmal hier her kommen können! Vielen Dank fürs teilen dieser schönen und gemütlichen Unterkunft!

  Really enjoyed our night away. The sauna was easy to use, such a peaceful and lovely location.

  We stayed in the hut in the end of our trip. The houses were tiny but warm, providing everything we needed. We loved the eco concept and the interior design,… read more must be one of the coolest place we stayed in this beautiful island. Everything was good and we’ve got a well recharge here, just as how we expected!

  This place blew me away. I came in late at night – which allowed me to wake up to the insane sunrise coming up the valley. The cabin is tucked… read more into limestone rocks, giving lots of privacy – you feel like the only person in the valley! 100% will be returning

  Thank you so much 😊

  What a tranquil getaway! We enjoyed a lovely two nights surrounded by nothing but beautiful birdsong and the running water of the river.

Well-equipped with everything we needed… read more and such thoughtful design and attention to detail.

Highly recommend! Thanks again 🙂

  Wow what a place to relax and break from the world. The views, house, river, sunrises, isolation, design, digital detox….(i could go on)… everything was amazing. We are both from… read more farms and returning to North Canterbury for a couple of nights was like returning to our childhood. We met friends for a birthday lunch at Pegaus bay (10min drive), enjoyed great wine and hospitality at the Boneline winery (4min drive) and a sneaky beer/cider at Brew Moon in Amberley on the way to Broomfield. Its all so close. We left the weekend feeling recharged, rested and reset. Francois & Kate, you’ve done a fablous job. I reckon if you build some more of these they will be popular (and you’ll give the nearby glass boxes a run for the money).

  A very special part of the world. Kate and Francois’ hospitality is above and beyond. A unique opportunity to unwind, relax, recharge and connect to what is most important. Be… read more nourished by nature. A beautifully designed hut with everything you could need and more.

  One of the most incredible AirBnbs we have stayed at. The experience of being off grid, with nothing but the noise of sheep and the river alongside Kate’s hamper platter… read more was unparalleled. A stay unlike anything else. I would recommend the Lime Hut 100x over! Thank you Kate and Francois for building this incredible piece of paradise!

  Francois and Kate have created a beautiful oasis in this busy world. It was truly the most peaceful, wonderful stay we could have asked for – everything was as good… read more as it could have been; the sauna, the shower, the view, all the small touches and the star gazing window!
Francois and Kate were also super proactive in dealing with a small issue we had.
Could not recommend the Lime Hut higher.

  Such an AMAZING stay. Beautiful location and handy work on the building. The architecture of the hut, toilet and sauna was beautiful. It created such an amazing atmosphere.
… read more /> The river location was very tranquil and so much to do nearby. We would recommend the iron quarry sculptures, the winery’s (e.g the bone line) and the rusty fiddle cafe and sunflower garden. Such a fantastic getaway.

The Hamper was a MUST do. We enjoyed the provided food so much. Everything was beautifully presented and well seasoned. So many detailed touches. All the home grown veges etc, made for such a wholesome meal. Just wow!

Can’t recommend this stay enough. Thank you Kate and Francois.

  The hut was a unique place to stay. There was everything we needed for peaceful days. We admired the architecture choices Francois and Kate made. It’s definitely a stay we… read more will not forget!

  What a find! off grid is so valuable these days to reconnect with oneself.
Kate and Francois generously share their sanctuary which has so many wonderful features. super… read more comfy bed with best linen and pillows, great sauna and fabulous surroundings. we found the place easily thanks to very clear instructions. We enjoyed the caring details like solar powered fairy lights and USB chargers… etc. thanks K & F

  Everything we were looking for and more! A Perfect wind down after our travels and to celebrate my partners birthday. Francois and Kate recommended a cute small local restaurant –… read more Dotti, to wine and dine. The food was absolutely amazing! And the service was super friendly. I would recommend if you’re wanting to eat out, otherwise I saw some of the previous menus for the hampers and they looked even more divine. Checkout time was super convenient considering we had a long night of celebrations. If you are looking for a unique, private, and peaceful stay Lime hut is perfect for all that and more.

  Diese Unterkunft ist etwas ganz Besonderes. Wir haben es sehr genossen. Von der Sauna bis hin zur Außenküche ist alles mit kleinen Details durchdacht. Ich würde es jedem empfehlen dort… read more eine Auszeit zu nehmen.

  We had the best days staying in the Lime Hut! As we’re travelling through NZ for 2 months, this was a perfect break from the van, camping and travel life.… read more It was the perfect mix of an outdoor and luxury experience. Really recommend this place if you want a quick escape from your day 2 day life 🧖🏻🧖🏼‍♀️🌞

  Great spot had a lovely stay

  We loved Lime Hut!! Such a unique stay and perfect for a night off grid and enjoying nature. The sauna is incredible and everything has been so well thought out… read more and designed! Thank you so much Francois and Kate :))

  Gorgeous area and lovely home. I loved staying here – and I am already planning to come back and stay again. Would recommend and would stay again. Everything was as… read more described.

  Had an amazing stay at lime hut, was peaceful and beautiful. The hut was gorgeous and so well looked after and cared for! I loved my stay and would recommend… read more to anyone wanting a peaceful little getaway!

  We had a wonderful stay at Kate and Francois’ hut. It is a beautiful, private and serene place with such obvious care and attention to detail poured into it. We… read more loved it and would love to return. Thank you!

  An amazing stay! It was truly an incredible deal, with the beautiful hut situated in stunning nature. Would absolutely stay again in future.

  10/10 so peaceful, well-kept secret of a place! Was such a great find, loved everything it had to offer. Just beautiful!

  Such a great experience!! Will definetely come back 🥰

  It was an incredible experience. Staying for over a week, I found solitude surrounded by nature. The Limehut was cozy, bright, and warm. Surprisingly, the compost toilet had a pleasant… read more wooden scent. The outdoor shower, with its powerful hot water, gave me a sense of freedom and liberation. The wood-fired sauna on a rainy day was truly romantic. Feel the quiet yet powerful ancient force of the Waipara River. Highly highly recommended.

  Kate and Francois’ place was unbelievable. Probably the best airbnb experience I’ve ever had! It was the perfect place to recover after a long year of travel and work, and… read more we felt right at home. The Lime Hut itself was small but incredibly comfortable and we had a wonderful time cooking in the outdoor kitchen. Very much recommend getting the food hamper. The meals were incredible and we felt so pampered for our entire stay.

The hut is a small hike down the hill, but if you follow the instructions and keep your eyes open. Its very easy to find.

Thanks Kate and Francois!

  Loved this place, such an amazing escape which felt so remote yet is so close to Christchurch. So many cute touches, back to nature and so many birds.

  So glad we stumbled upon this hidden gem tucked away in the hills. The sauna was a fab addition for some r&r after a long drive from Queenstown. The cabin… read more is awesome and waking up to the sunrise with an outside shower was rejuvenating!