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The Little Black House

Cottage in Hapuku with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4323 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hapuku, Canterbury
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hapuku

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Foodie's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Little Black House

Situated 8km north of Kaikoura on a rural block of land close to the Hapuku river bike trails and local surf breaks.

It’s a small house with luxury fittings. Enjoy the view out to sea and over Kaikoura from the comfort of your bed....or lay on the sofa and open the windows to watch the Bellbirds and Tuis feeding from the trees surrounding the house.

The house has two raised mezzanine floors - with a King Single on one, and a Queen bed on the other. The living room has a sofa that can be utilised as a further single bed if required, and a cot is avaliable on request. Please note, the mezzanine floors are accessed via a steep staircase.

We would love to host you in our contemporary designed little black house. Please come stay and forget about your worries with us.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 323 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please be mindful that stock (horse/sheep) may be on site and you are responsible for ensuring any pets are controlled.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Animals to have their own sleeping set up.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Hapuku, close to Kaikoura Beach, Mount Fyffe, and Kaikoura Museum. You'll also find Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park nearby.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Little Black House?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include access to a chef, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at The Little Black House?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

This cottage offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Little Black House?

Yes, every accommodation at The Little Black House comes with a deck.

The Little Black House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really nice

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy and nice small touches

The Tiny house is very new and clean and tidy. Nice bedding, well equipped kitchen. The loft really is quite low and the ladder is quite steep. The bathroom is outside. Very close to Kaikoura town and walking tracks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Country Idyll close to Kaikoura

The Little Black House, in a beautiful rural settling, is only minutes from Kaikoura town. Modern, contemporary interior underfloor heating, amid thoughtful landscaping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect bach!

Lovely spot to spend a few days in the Kaikoura region. Perfectly appointed with everything we needed. Thanks for being such a great host, Tom. We’ll return as soon as the wind blows us back across the Tasman!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT Little Black House

The Little Black House will not disappoint any new visitor. The house is incredibly well equipped with all the amenities for a relaxing, and chilled break away. The interior is of a very high spec and the soft furnishings are beautiful. The bathroom facilities were more than ideal, and the shower was lush. The mountain views one side and sea views on the other are a lovely contrast to the eye. I'll definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!

Really quaint building Stairs up to both beds but like climbing a bunk bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, warm home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning location, comfortable accommodation

We were very late checking in because of a delayed ferry sailing but Hamish was so accommodating and helpful, we couldn't have asked for more. The location is peaceful with incredible views towards the sea and the mountains, and a beautiful night sky. Wish we could have stayed longer - we will go back. My only precaution is for people who have mobility issues as getting to the bedrooms involves climbing a ladder and the ceiling in the bedrooms is low. But it worked well for three mobile adults - just depends on what you are up for.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023