10/10 Excellent
Craig D.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Night in a Yurt
Craig D.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Family-friendly bed & breakfast in Kaikōura
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast available
- Parking available
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Kaikoura Township, Canterbury
- Kaikoura District MuseumPlace, Kaikoura District Museum5 min drive
- Kaikoura BeachPlace, Kaikoura Beach5 min drive
- Fyffe View Ranch Adventure ParkPlace, Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park6 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Kaikōura
Located in Kaikoura Flat, this bed & breakfast is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. The guestroom includes a kitchenette, a fenced private yard, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
- Kaikoura Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
- Kaikoura Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
- Kaikoura Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
- Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
Getting around
- Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive
Restaurants
- The Whaler - 5 min drive
- Why Not Cafe - 5 min drive
- Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - 10 min drive
- King Tide Eatery - 5 min drive
- Cafe Encounter - 6 min drive
About this property
Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Our LARGE seven-metre authentic Yurt was imported from Mongolia:
- Sleeps up to five in a double bed, two separate single beds, and a full-size single trundler bed
- High quality glamping accommodation
- Insulated wooden floor
- Breakfast items are available as a daily upgrade $35pp, including: cereal, bread, butter, homemade jam, coffee/tea, milk, seasonal: fruit and farm eggs (left in the fridge, to have at your leisure)
- Double skinned, with camel hair insulation in the walls and ceiling
- Roof circle opens to let heat out, fresh air in, or to watch stars at night
- Coffee table, sofa and chairs
- Electric power points, USB recharging points, fridge, rice cooker, heater, games
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Adult bath robes and toiletries
- Companion toilet/shower building with wash basin
- Separate barbecue building (shared with House Truck), includes gas barbecue, gas pizza oven, gas hot plate, sink, outdoor table and chairs
- EXCLUSIVE private tour among a collection of 80+ Farm Animals (sheep, llama, pigs, deer, chickens, ducks, ...) = two tours per day (not open to general public)
- Disabled access to Yurt, toilet and barbeque buildings
- 4km from Kaikoura town centre - supermarket, i-Site (tourist information), Whale Watch and Dolphin Swim offices.
- QUIET LOCATION - 4km from railway line (which runs through centre of town)
- SPECTACULAR view of Mount Fyffe (4km away) and the Kaikoura mountain ranges
- Only 3km to the beach/sea
- 1km from local river with walks and cycle trail
- Unlimited off-road car/boat/trailer parking
- Uncooked pizzas available to pre-order and cook yourselves in the pizza oven
- Barbecue food packs available to pre-order and cook yourselves on your barbecue
Also available = Llama Trekking in beautiful Kaikoura coast or riverbed - please contact us to book in advance
Special conditions:
Check-in: 2pm to 9pm.
Check-out: by 10am.
We offer extended check-in (after 9pm) and check-out (after 10am), subject to an hourly charge.
Cleaning: please leave in the condition you found it.
Smoking allowed outside
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
- Sleeps up to five in a double bed, two separate single beds, and a full-size single trundler bed
- High quality glamping accommodation
- Insulated wooden floor
- Breakfast items are available as a daily upgrade $35pp, including: cereal, bread, butter, homemade jam, coffee/tea, milk, seasonal: fruit and farm eggs (left in the fridge, to have at your leisure)
- Double skinned, with camel hair insulation in the walls and ceiling
- Roof circle opens to let heat out, fresh air in, or to watch stars at night
- Coffee table, sofa and chairs
- Electric power points, USB recharging points, fridge, rice cooker, heater, games
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Adult bath robes and toiletries
- Companion toilet/shower building with wash basin
- Separate barbecue building (shared with House Truck), includes gas barbecue, gas pizza oven, gas hot plate, sink, outdoor table and chairs
- EXCLUSIVE private tour among a collection of 80+ Farm Animals (sheep, llama, pigs, deer, chickens, ducks, ...) = two tours per day (not open to general public)
- Disabled access to Yurt, toilet and barbeque buildings
- 4km from Kaikoura town centre - supermarket, i-Site (tourist information), Whale Watch and Dolphin Swim offices.
- QUIET LOCATION - 4km from railway line (which runs through centre of town)
- SPECTACULAR view of Mount Fyffe (4km away) and the Kaikoura mountain ranges
- Only 3km to the beach/sea
- 1km from local river with walks and cycle trail
- Unlimited off-road car/boat/trailer parking
- Uncooked pizzas available to pre-order and cook yourselves in the pizza oven
- Barbecue food packs available to pre-order and cook yourselves on your barbecue
Also available = Llama Trekking in beautiful Kaikoura coast or riverbed - please contact us to book in advance
Special conditions:
Check-in: 2pm to 9pm.
Check-out: by 10am.
We offer extended check-in (after 9pm) and check-out (after 10am), subject to an hourly charge.
Cleaning: please leave in the condition you found it.
Smoking allowed outside
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchenette, a fenced private yard, and a refrigerator. Limited housekeeping is available.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Parking and transportation
- Free offsite parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Breakfast available for a fee
Things to do
- Optional golf privileges
- Playground
- Video library
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- In the mountains
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 1 accessible parking space
- Front entrance ramp
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
More
- Composting
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Living room
- Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Dogs and cats only
- 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 24
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and 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
- Check-in: 2:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.
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.
- This property uses solar energy.
- Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
Wacky Stays Six Unique Rentals
Wacky Stays - six Unique Rentals Kaikoura
Wacky Stays - six Unique Rentals Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays - six Unique Rentals Bed & breakfast Kaikoura
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this bed & breakfast?
This bed & breakfast is situated in Kaikoura Flat, close to Kaikoura Beach, Mount Fyffe, and Peninsula Walkway. You'll also find Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?
Yes, there is accessible parking and bicycle parking available.
Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to a casino?
No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?
No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.
Is Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura good for couples?
Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as a garden and a video library.
Are there hot tubs at Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.
Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?
This bed & breakfast offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Will this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this bed & breakfast.
Does Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.
Are there rooms with balconies at Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?
No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura.
Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
alex d.
Jul 23, 2022
Yurt stay
We think wacky stays with the farm animals is a great concept, especially for children.
If choosing again, we would not take the yurt. The mouldy smell was overwhelming - didn't think it was due to the animal hair construction - I have done a lot of rough 3rd world (and 3rd class) travelling and this was not that smell. It was mould.
The outdoor kitchen was pretty rugged and not particularly clean, but a fun element for summer.
Some things didn't work - one side of electric blanket, lights in outdoor kitchen, doorbell to owner. But the owner was very helpful and the info provided was thorough.
Grounds were also quite muddy, but I appreciate it was winter. We were cold with the bedding, which was not the case in other places we stayed.
I did love the duck enjoying the night rain - quaaack, quack, quack, quack 🙂
So, avoid the yurt, go in summer, take a torch and your kids will love it.
alex d.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
Jun 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The yurt
Great experience, good fun
Kevin H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emma C.
Jul 31, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
What an amazing place!
Emma C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Andrew W.
Dec 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
The yurt
The yurt is great. Kitchen is cool but shared. Checkin was a slight annoyance. Location is ok. Very comfy and a fun change from hotel rooms.
Andrew W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ben S.
Jul 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
It's wacky all right
Fantastic detail to the setting, and everything you need for a great "camping" experience
Ben S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Andre M.
Jul 5, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun night away
Great experience
Andre M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jessica A., Auckland
Oct 30, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
The yurt was everything we hoped it would be. A great experience for our children and a memorable stay in Kaikoura
Jessica A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019