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Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and ample natural light from windows.
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1184 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Craypot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬6 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.

Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726

Kowhai Cottage is a charming historic home just a short walk from Kaikōura’s shops and cafés. It has three bright bedrooms plus a self-contained sleepout cabin for extra space and privacy. Enjoy cozy fireplaces, a sunny deck, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outside, relax in the native garden, use the wood-fired pizza oven, or rinse off in the outdoor shower. Perfect for families, friends, or pets. Book now for a comfy, unique stay!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,184 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off all heaters and close windows
Ensure all doors and windows are locked
Return keys/lockbox as per your arrival instructions You don't need to strip beds or do a full clean, our team handles that. Just leave the place tidy and we'll take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

close-to-home-BEACH-RD-26

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Kaikōura is within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum, and Kaikoura District Museum. You'll also find Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726 good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726.

Kowhai Cottage | Pizza Oven | Central - KK2726 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was great nice and close to food and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026