Walks

There are a wide range of walks within easy reach of The Log Cottage ranging from 10 minutes to several hours.

Attractions

Horse Treking
Take a scenic horse trek with Kowhai Residential School of Riding. Departing near the rural town of Oxford (34 minutes from The Log Cottage), the well-schooled horses will take you on a relaxing journey through picturesque farm land, across river and hill country. 
Golf Courses
There are three Golf Courses within easy reach:
Canyoning Christchurch
Only 30 minutes from The Log Cottage, the Tui canyon cuts its way through a dense native forest lined gorge.  Dark and misty, horizon lines  and bubbly fun.  Canyoning is a perfect half day activity for anyone looking for something to do out of the city. Make sure canyoning is on your to do list while visiting the Christchurch area.  
Alpine Jet Thrills
Get your heart pumping with a thrilling jet boat ride. Feel the power of the Hamilton jets as you skim and spin your way across the shallows with Alpine Jet Thrills.

Check out their website for tour details and options. 
Paddleboard / Kayaking
If a quiet day on the river, is more your style then hire a kayak or stand up paddleboard from KORE. Explore the Kaiapoi River at your own relaxed pace and see the area from a different perspective.

Day Trips

Further afield:
If you are heading further afield or exploring more of New Zealand, check out this list of 100 things to do in New Zealand.
Tours
Rangiora Shuttles & Tours can help arrange a tour for you, if you are looking for someone to drive you. Tours can be arranged to Kaikoura, Akaroa, Hanmer Springs. They also do 5 and 10 day tours. Their prices start fro $40 pp (Based on a minimum of 10 people). 

Local Tours

SOUTH PACIFIC MOTOR BIKE TOURS
South Pacific Motorcycle Tours offer Motorcycle rentals, self-guided and fully-guided Motorcycle tours. They are located in Roscrea Place, which is only 4 minutes from the Log Cottage. Check out their awesome web site for more details of the tours they offer.
COASTAL PACIFIC TRAIN
The Coastal pacific train runs daily throughout the summer season from Christchurch to Picton. With the sea stretching to the horizon in the east and the Kaikoura mountains stretching to the sky in the west, the Coastal Pacific is one of the most astonishingly beautiful journeys in New Zealand. The train stops at Christchurch, Rangiora, Kaikoura, Blenheim and Picton. 

Farmer's Markets

  • North Canterbury Sunday Market (Sunday 9 - 2): This is a new Market, that is on every Sunday (except non trading days, when the market will either run before or the day after) at Rangiora Racecourse on Lehmans Road entrance that runs off rangiora Oxford Road. It is a quality market with up to 150 stalls, which consist of a vast range of local producers, local crafters, yummy food and coffee. 
  • Ohoka Farmers Market (Friday 9 - 12): The well established and very popular market is held every Friday at the Ohoka Domain from 9am to 12.30pm. Superb artisan and every day foods. 
  • Kaiapoi Farmer's market (Saturday 9 - 12): Come and gather locally grown or produced food in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Every Saturday 9am - 12 noon (Sept – May) & 10am - 12 noon (June to August) at Charles St.
  • Oxford Farmer's Market (Sunday 9 - 12): The Oxford Farmers' Market is an authentic farmers' market where the seller is the producer. Every Sunday, 9am - 12 noon.