Autumn Perks!!

Autumn Perks!!

Autumn, the beautiful season where the leaves change colour, the morning frost sparkles on the grass and you are not quite sure if you should put on another layer of clothing on… just in case. Canterbury is home to some beautiful sights, and autumn is no exception. We...
Yoga poses for after a Hike!

Yoga poses for after a Hike!

After a good sleep at The Old Country house you are ready to hit one of the great tracks nearby. Perhaps you can choose one of many tracks along the Port Hills and hike anywhere between 1.5 hours and 4 days. After a big day of tramping you may feel a bit stiff in your...
Hello from the old Countryhouse

Hello from the old Countryhouse

Welcome to The Old Countryhouse we are a hostel in Christchurch who knows and loves New Zealand. We have seen travelers come and go through our doors over the last 18 years, many with stories both good and bad of their experiences in New Zealand. Our team is filled...
New Zealand Cultural Experience

New Zealand Cultural Experience

The Maori culture is a valuable and integral part of the ‘Kiwi’ culture. While New Zealanders, in particular the Maori people, celebrate many of the traditions of Maoridom regularly, New Zealand is very much a western country and the Maori people do not live as they...