Liesbeth really is a wonderful host. Avonview is a delightful modern cottage, beautifully presented and immaculately clean, as good as the best 4+ star hotels/motels I've stayed in... I am fussy and only give high praise when deserved. It felt like an as new up-market apartment. Very quiet - right next to the Avon river walking tracks, perfect for a walk or a leisurely stroll exploring the vast park like Christchurch "red zone". I can not overemphasise what a wonderful relaxing spot it is, so close to the central city, but with a park like vista you wouldn't know it. A full supermarket and small shopping area with restaurants and fast food are all within a short (less than 5 minute) walk. The facilities include an excellent kitchen with large combination fridge freezer, full size oven and cook-top, large wardrobe in bedroom, separate toilet and shower rooms and modern washing machine. The only negative, I had to move on. Would happily stay forever.