We truly enjoyed our stay at Bob's place! The home was inviting, comfy, clean, and conveniently close to so many dining and coffee options! The city center is only a 10 min drive away (we used uber a lot but there is a bus stop just two steps from the front door). The home is also close to local shops such as thai food, indian food, a bakery, a grocery store, and a lovely BP gas station; all within an 8 min walk! The setup of the home is perfect for guests, the single bed suits one individual well and the bedroom on the main floor easily sleeps two! Very comfy mattresses and AC that will easily cool down the home on the warmer summer days. Here's a quick tip about using uber in Christchurch: the uber drivers do not pick up from far east or from the airport. Essentially, you can easily get an uber when in or near the city center and it will take you anywehere, however it becomes increasingly difficult to catch an uber back to the city once not within 15 mins of the city center. We had to call a regular taxi service in some areas that were further out. I suggest using the metro pass. Its cheap and easy, we ended up taking the bus towards the end of our stay.
Bob is a lovely host. He was very accommodating and helpful! We weren't able to meet him upon arrival so we did the self checkin, however we were able to meet him a few days later and he is nothing short of a delight. He was very attentive to our needs and helped us in any way that he could.
All in all this was a lovely home and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Christchurch.