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Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage

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Beach nearby
Dining
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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Papatowai, Otago
  • Place, Matai Falls
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Catlins Lake
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, McLean Falls
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Papatowai

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Matai Falls and Cathedral Caves. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Matai Falls - 7 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Catlins Lake - 17 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • McLean Falls - 21 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Purakaunui Falls - 21 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Teapot World - 21 min drive - 20.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whistling Frog - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Little Rocket - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peake's Kitchen - ‬7 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.

Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage

Surfinn Eco Cottage is a modern self contained Papatowai cottage that's waiting for you to arrive and take in the best that the Catlins coast has to offer.

A two story two bedroom dwelling, Surfinn Eco Cottage is located in the quaint coastal village of Papatowai, right in the heart of the beautiful and historically important Catlins Coast, which is one of the most stunning regions of the country!

Noted for its big wave surfing, the Catlins is a surfer's dream come true! Paua and crayfish are swimming in the area for those keen on their snorkelling, and the magical rainforest and waterfalls in the area will appeal to all. Noted for some of New Zealand's rare and endangered wildlife, the Catlins features everything from yellow-eyed penguins and sea lions, all the way through to gannets, kakariki, and wood pigeons - it's truly a wildlife lover's paradise!

This Papatowai cottage is equipped with a kitchen that includes a stovetop, oven, and a microwave. Having made your romantic meal, head to the open plan living area - it's a great place to dine, relax, and socialise as it comes with some spectacular views out towards the estuary and the forests of Tahakopa! As Surfinn Eco Cottage faces north, you'll be able to enjoy the luxury of all day sunlight!

The speaker system has an iPod docking station - perfect for listening to your favourite tunes. The heat pump means that you'll always be at the right temperature; nice and cosy in the Winter, and cool and relaxed in the Summer.

The lookout on the top floor is where you'll find the king sized bed. This bedroom comes complete with a small wardrobe, and has even more wonderful views of Tahakopa bay. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The bathroom combines with a laundry, ensuring that you'll always be nice and refreshed throughout your stay. The private driveway means that there's room enough for a boat of up to 7 metres. The private grassy area means that there's room for sunbathing on those sunny days!

The wonderful ecological treasures of the Catlins await! Surf on in to Surfinn Eco Cottage today!
Linen is included in the rates for this property.

This property is on tank water, so the water pressure is lower than normal town supply.
Due to the remote location of the property, the WiFi connection may not be stable during certain weather conditions.

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cottage also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,130 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Surfinn Eco Papatowai
Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage Cottage
Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage Papatowai
Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage Cottage Papatowai
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Papatowai, close to McLean Falls, Matai Falls, and Purakaunui Falls. You'll also find Cathedral Caves nearby.

Is there parking available at Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage?

No, there aren't any cottage at Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage that offer a balcony.

Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and amenties suited our needs. 2 double rooms. A great garden to get out of the wind and have drinks in the afternoon. Close to village and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Weekend Away

This is a very quiet place, away from any hubbub with all the amenities you might need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Fantastic location . Lots of great walks .had a fantastic time. Little house was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice Location

We had a very good time in Papatowai. The Surfinn Eco Cottage is a good starting point for many activities around. We loved the room upstairs wit the nice view on the river side.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend in the Catlins

Great wee bach - with all the basics, but don’t expect anything too flash. Clean and tidy. Wonderful location to base yourself at while making day trips up and down the coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

lynaire k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

A very cute bach/crib located in a very peaceful location at Papatowai. It had everything we needed and the view from the upstairs room was fabulous. Only downside was the upstairs bed was a bit tired - excusing the pun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Booked for 5 nights, stayed 1 during the peak holiday season. A number of issues around cleaning following the last guests and a loud internal water pump next to one bedroom. Far from ideal. Property wasn’t as expected for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place in Aotearoa

Very clean, perfect for a weekend getaway. Water pressure a bit weak, but as you would expect being in the middle of nowhere. I do feel it’s a little bit expensive but then also worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stay near the sea & country

The property suited our needs but needs some maintenance . Well situated but the views are really only from the upstairs bedroom . The garden needs attention , it would be much improved if the container was removed & some outdoor furniture provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location and great walks nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

Lovely, warm little bach, and would be enough living / bathroom space with 4 people too. The kitchen was well-equipped and it's only a short walk down to a beautiful beach. Would definitely recommend! The bach catches a lot of sun too, so it's bright and cheerful during the day. Only slightly negative comment: Watch your head on the shelves above the bed upstairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Holiday

Very comfortable and well equipped accommodation. It could be improved with better curtains in the upstairs bedroom and by fixing the holes in the window screens.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Lovely cosy house

Lovely cosy house
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cherie S.

Very clean , warm and tidy

Very clean , warm and tidy
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andy H.

Good

Good
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

HEATH P.

We stayed during winter, so being warm is all important, which this place was.

We stayed during winter, so being warm is all important, which this place was. The town of Papatowai was very quiet and the beach that the bach rests above was empty also. It's just you and nature out here, which is exactly what we were after. The bed was comfy and the bedroom has a lovely view out to the beach and surrounding hills, a perfect way to admire the sunrise.
Archival

8/10 Good

When it rained water leaked into the main living room through a light fitting and filled half a pot.

When it rained water leaked into the main living room through a light fitting and filled half a pot. The tea towels were of the type that did not actually DRY dishes, and there was no dish rack to drip-dry the dishes. The bed in bedroom 2 downstairs (where our adult daughter slept) was a fold out bed of an old style that was extremely uncomfortable. All else just lovely thanks.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Very tranquil, peaceful spot

Very tranquil, peaceful spot.