10/10 Excellent
Victoria G.
16 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic stay
Victoria G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 445 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
South Bay, Kaikoura
- Kaikoura Beach5 min drive
- Peninsula Walkway8 min drive
- Point Kean Seal Colony9 min drive
- Kaikoura (KBZ)6 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom - Master
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom - Sleepout
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Cottage offers you an escape holiday from media with no TV reception or wifi. However, there is mobile data reception. Instead your indoor entertainment is a selection of movies, music and board games.
All linen supplied.
Property is on a small gated property with native trees. Has an outdoor covered deck to enjoy alfresco dining and relaxing. Drive has room to park boat and car, however, entrance may struggle with a large wide boat.
Note: 2nd Bedroom is a Sleepout which is near the backdoor. It has 2 single beds that can be made into a King bed for a couple. Not suitable for preschoolers unless you have a child monitor.
South Bay is a popular holiday destination and many enjoy the fishing and crayfish opportunities and bird and marine wildlife. Famous coastal Peninsula walkway starts at the nearby domain.
There is a walk over the hill to the township of Kaikoura where there are cafe's, restaurants and shops, and a farmers market is held most weekends. There is a children's playground within 5 mins walk. You can swim at the beach front to the right of property, 10 mins walk.
House Rules:
Smoking allowed outside only.
No Pets
All linen supplied.
Property is on a small gated property with native trees. Has an outdoor covered deck to enjoy alfresco dining and relaxing. Drive has room to park boat and car, however, entrance may struggle with a large wide boat.
Note: 2nd Bedroom is a Sleepout which is near the backdoor. It has 2 single beds that can be made into a King bed for a couple. Not suitable for preschoolers unless you have a child monitor.
South Bay is a popular holiday destination and many enjoy the fishing and crayfish opportunities and bird and marine wildlife. Famous coastal Peninsula walkway starts at the nearby domain.
There is a walk over the hill to the township of Kaikoura where there are cafe's, restaurants and shops, and a farmers market is held most weekends. There is a children's playground within 5 mins walk. You can swim at the beach front to the right of property, 10 mins walk.
House Rules:
Smoking allowed outside only.
No Pets
Property manager
Judy and Phil
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
The 2nd bedroom is a sleepout 2m from backdoor.
Events
No events allowed
Negotiable, chat to us and let us know.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoke outside only thanks.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Negotiable, chat to us and let us know.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Kaikōura
Located by the sea, this cottage is in South Bay, a neighbourhood in Kaikōura. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
South Bay, Kaikoura
What's nearby
- Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- Kaikoura Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- Fyffe House - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
- Peninsula Walkway - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Point Kean Seal Colony - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Coopers Catch Kaikoura - 4 min drive
- Strawberry Tree - 5 min drive
- Why Not Cafe - 5 min drive
- Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - 7 min drive
- Slam Club - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Graeme B.
26 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From Otaki
Graeme B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Biddy m.
8 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
to see whales
Biddy m.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda M.
19 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cheerful Cosy Cottage
Rhonda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kemble P.
9 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wildlife paradise
Kemble P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jo F.
14 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
Jo F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Noel Y.
9 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Place
Noel Y.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hazel v.
2 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Hazel v.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andy K.
18 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Andy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Toni M.
18 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach
Toni M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
William M.
13 January 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Stay
William M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Roland S.
6 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A grate place to recharge
Roland S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Lou
21 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lou
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect
Patrick B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo D.
27 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas
Jo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Mahina- Ina K.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Bay cottage
Mahina- Ina K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
debbie w.
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Beachy Bach
debbie w.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel B.
28 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach
Rachel B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Kathleen W.
30 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Bay cottage
Kathleen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lois A., Rangiora
31 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem in South Bay, Kaikoura
Lois A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
June W.
27 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing cottage which provided everything, ie herbs, vinegar all cooking essentials, fabulos.
June W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
25 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip.
Scott H.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Skye A.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute wee cottage
Skye A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
12 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay by the bay
Kelly C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason C.
22 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Jason C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Judy and Phil
What makes this property unique
Sunny cottage with indoor/outdoor flow to deck. Selection of classic DVDs to enjoy in the evenings.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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