10/10 Excellent
Penny D.
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Penny D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly, South Bay Haven
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms180 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Kaikoura
- Kaikoura Beach2 min walk
- Kaikoura District Museum3 min walk
- Peninsula Walkway6 min drive
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About the area
Kaikōura
When you a stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. .This vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kaikoura District Museum and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Fyffe House.
What's nearby
- Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Fyffe House - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Peninsula Walkway - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
Restaurants
- Strawberry Tree
- Coopers Catch
- Cods n Cray - 10 min walk
- Flo & Co
- Cafe Encounter - 17 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly, South Bay Haven
Take in the stunning views of South Bay and the Kaikoura mountain range from the upstairs bar/lounge.
This property is just 100m from the boat ramp with plenty of parking for cars, boats, motorhomes, and caravans. It is also a short walk to the reserve and the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. For fishing enthusiasts, there's a dedicated fish filleting table located at the property. Perfect for families or groups, this spacious retreat offers the ideal spot for adventure or relaxation.
The whole house and back yard are yours to use. There is a shed/studio at the front of the property that is not available to rent but may be used occasionally by other guests. We ensure it won't interfere with your stay and respect your privacy and comfort during your stay. Large groups may enquire about bathroom access for an additional charge.
This property is just 100m from the boat ramp with plenty of parking for cars, boats, motorhomes, and caravans. It is also a short walk to the reserve and the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. For fishing enthusiasts, there's a dedicated fish filleting table located at the property. Perfect for families or groups, this spacious retreat offers the ideal spot for adventure or relaxation.
The whole house and back yard are yours to use. There is a shed/studio at the front of the property that is not available to rent but may be used occasionally by other guests. We ensure it won't interfere with your stay and respect your privacy and comfort during your stay. Large groups may enquire about bathroom access for an additional charge.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property manager
Kylie
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Stereo
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,938 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
731108
South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly, South Bay Haven Reviews
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Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Diane S.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this place, so did our dog, it was great to have it fully fenced. From the little toilet paper flowers to the heat pump being turned on before we arrive, so it was so warm and toasty. We loved sitting upstairs watching the world go by. Being close to the sea was a plus. We will be back. Can't recommend this place enough.
Diane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane J.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Spot!
Loved our stay in South Bay! The house was perfect for our family of 5. Nice and quiet, and a stunning view from upstairs. Great view of the bay from up the hill behind the house. Plenty of heating to keep us warm in a cold Kaikoura southerly, and there were even some hottie bottles to warm up our beds. Good kitchen with everything we needed, and very good washing machine and dryer. Only 5mins drive or a 30min walk to the town centre. 5 min walk to the south end of the Kaikoura peninsula walkway. Might come back for a summer trip with our boat!
Jane J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Great location with stunning views to sea and mountains from upstairs. Comfortable beds and well set up kitchen with everything you need.
Mary W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rowan B.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rowan B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025