Cornelius and Margo gave us a friendly welcome into their beautiful old (1896) house. The place is lovingly looked after. Our bedroom was delightful, and the kitchen and dining room offer all you need. The house is by the beach at the north end of the Akaroa Harbour, about 15 minutes' drive from Akaroa itself. (It's worth mentioning that this is a BBH hostel with only one room available via Airbnb - but rooms may still be available even if the Airbnb one has been taken.)