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Wacky Stays

2.5 star property

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A wooden interior with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a grassy field with mountains in the background.
A covered wagon with a wooden structure, a wooden ramp, and red wheels.
A compact kitchen with a wood stove, a sink, and a window.
A vintage camper parked in a grassy field with a mountain in the background.
A traditional yurt with a four-poster bed, a small table, and two sleeping areas with benches.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Farmers Cottage

A white building with a green roof, a porch with a bench, and potted plants.

Farmers Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Tipi / Teepee

A white teepee with a small entrance and a wooden structure to its left.

Tipi / Teepee

  • Mountain view
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Yurt / Mongolian Ger

A traditional yurt with a wooden door, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

A vintage camper van with a small cabin on top, parked in a grassy field with mountains in the background.

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

  • Mountain view
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

A covered wagon with a wooden structure, a wooden ramp, and red wheels.

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

  • Mountain view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Train Carriage

A red train station platform with a wooden bench and a chair.

Train Carriage

  • Mountain view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Located in Kaikoura Flat, Wacky Stays is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. This 6-room bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a free children's club.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Kaikoura Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Kaikoura Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craypot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hiku - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

Guests of Wacky Stays enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. A stay here includes free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly bed & breakfast include a free kid's club, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, children's robes, and bathrobes. Other amenities include dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • After hours theme park access
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Early theme park entry
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Theme park character encounters

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 108-935-910

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 accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Wacky Stays.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Wacky Stays Country House Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Country House
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Wacky Stays?

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 Kaikoura Museum within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Wacky Stays?

As of Jul 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on Aug 20, 2026 start from $125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Wacky Stays?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Wacky Stays have a casino?

No, Wacky Stays doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wacky Stays?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Wacky Stays?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed & breakfast, including couples/private dining and proposal/romance packages plus some guestrooms feature a fireplace.

Does Wacky Stays have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Wacky Stays have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Wacky Stays offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Wacky Stays allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Wacky Stays and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Does Wacky Stays have connecting rooms available?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Wacky Stays?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast offer a deck/patio where guests can enjoy garden and mountain views.

Wacky Stays Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super helpful staff. Explain where everything is. Go out of their way to assist you. Very clean upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great experience especially for kids, but a bit pricy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying here in the covered wagon. Very glamping, extremely unusual and loads of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you have kids who would like to experience something new, loves farm animals and outdoors, this is the place. We stayed on October 24 on our last day in the south island. We were looking for something new and different and Wacky Stays delivered. It is not a brand new dwelling so please manage your expectations. The beds are comfortable and you can see the room was prepared with great care. We stayed at the Yurt/Gert. Our 8yo specially enjoyed the farm animal feedings which are done twice a day. Overall a good experience in our opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great! Maybe not for everyone but perfect for anyone with kids or just looking for something a little different. We are seniors but have done a lot of camping and this was glamping at its best. We picked the yurt which had an outdoor kitchen and an external bathroom. Everything felt really authentic yet still very modern. It all was just there as one would expect from a nice hotel but presented in a different way. Kind of a cowboy camp or depression era type of a kitchen outside but with a gas bbq and cook stove and hot running water. Really enjoyed it. The other sites looked like interesting places to stay too. Our bathroom was as perfect as any and yet different. If coming from the south be careful with Apple app directions as it took us to where the road crosses a river only suitable for a 4x4. But from Kaikōura it was easy to get to just off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Gypsy truck, I liked the novelty of it. It was cute and quirky. The host was super helpful, and talked us through the features on arrival. Surprisingly, the shower was excellent. Doesn't appear that way on first impression, however perfect temperature, and lots of pressure. One suggestion would be a step or the like, if you are short, to get up into the loft bed. We even saw baby ducks that were extremely friendly and came right up to us
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Disliked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stays however was overwhelmed by the rules on staying at the property the book lists was over the top and felt unwelcoming especially if you stay a minute over 10am checkout time they charge $20 per hour, the kitchen was good however not really clean the pots and pans need upgrading the owner was not friendly so made us uncomfortable on arrival. Maybe kids would like it with all the animals around the dogs were the best part so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay for a night “glamping” in Kaikoura. Family friendly. Loved the Llama trekking taster walk & feeding the farm animals. Very memorable and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location a few KMs from Kaikoura. We wanted quiet and we got it. Set in lovely ground kept by the family it was simply lovely. The farm cottage is old but that is part of the experience the floors are uneven some doors you have bend a little to get in. This simply reflects the different eras in which additions or repairs where done. this cottage can sleep around 8 people comfortably (I am allowing for the couch as well). Great water pressure, big lawn for the kids or maybe you could bring the caravan for a fee and park up with the rest of the family the outdoor space is wonderful. The stove worked perfectly, outdoor BBQ and Pizza oven, things for the kids to do including long necked sheep sorry Llama's or similar. The person welcoming us was excellent Kevin (owner) gave us a good rundown. I really enjoyed this site while it is not new it is definitely comfortable and great for a family or group of friends
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quirky which is what you expect when booking at a place called Waky Stays. Accommodation was clean and neat, but do be prepared to live among the animals. We stayed in the Tipi and it was raining but everything stayed dry and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully constructed wagon with old-fashioned features and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the tepee - lots of thoughtful touches including fresh eggs for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fun family stay in Kaikoura.

Three adults and two boy's (11 and 6) spent two nights in the farm cottage at Wacky Stays. Really enjoyed our stay, the boy's especially the youngest couldn't get enough of feeding and seeing the animals, and both of them made full use of the ride on pedal tractor, heaps of room for them to run around too. Wacky Stays very obliging and friendly, look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the farm cottage which was very clean and tidy. The heat pump warmed up the house very well and all the rooms were presented nicely. The kids loved feeding the animals in the morning and the staff were very friendly. We had all the privacy we wanted and the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming Kiwi experience. Warm reception with thorough tour, comfortable and cute (we were in the farm house), and we very much enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Teepee was very comfortable and cozy . We enjoyed our glamping experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020