Sonja’s place is ideal if you are traveling by car. It’s a mile and a half from the port city of Lyttelton. We walked back and forth on a bay trail that was spectacular. Getting away early in the morning can be a problem we couldn’t get an Uber ride to Christchurch. There is limited bus service. The basement apartment was clean, bright and cheerful. It’s a short walk to the beach. Kitchen is complete with everything you need to cook. Sonja’s place was great to relax she and her dog Bobby are super host! Sonja’s is the value added in staying at Cass bay.