COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura

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Interior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Kaikoura Township, Canterbury
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪11 min drive‬

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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 patio, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬4 min drive

About this property

COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura

WACKY STAYS, Kaikoura - offers an amazing collection of six UNIQUE farm-stay rentals = Colonial Wagon, Train Carriage, Yurt, House Truck, Tipi and Farmers Cottage.
All have private bathrooms. They all have their own UNIQUE character, sleeping from 2 to 6 guests (25 in total for groups).
- Located - 4km from town center. Walks and cycle trail = 1km.
Coast and beaches = 3km. Mountain base = 4km.

COLONIAL WAGON
Enjoy a luxurious stay in a reproduction Colonial Wagon.
- Sleeps up to 4 in king double bed or twin singles (please let us know in advance which you prefer?) And also two bunk beds in the nearby Wagon Sleep-out.
- Continental breakfast available as a daily upgrade ($35pp): cereals, bread, homemade jam, butter, tea/coffee, seasonal: fruit, farm eggs (left in your fridge each day, to have at your leisure)
- EXCLUSIVE animal feeding tour of 30+ Farm Animals (sheep, llama, pigs, deer, chickens, ducks, ...) = twice per day (not open to general public)
- Stained macrocarpa wood throughout
- Small kitchen with hot plate, fridge, microwave, sink, kettle, toaster, rice cooker
- Small sitting area with sofa and table with electronic height adjustment
- Full-HD flat screen TV, Blu-Ray / DVD / CD player (700+ DVD's and Blu-Ray's library)
- Heat pump and air conditioning
- On-board toilet, separate shower, bathroom basin
- Bath robes and toiletries are provided
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Canvas canopy double skinned, and insulated with sheep’s wool
- Walls and floor insulated beyond modern requirements
- Nearby Wagon Sleep-out has 2 bunk beds, electric heater - shares facilities of main Wagon
- Separate barbecue building with gas barbecue, gas oven/cooker, outdoor table and chairs
- Uncooked pizzas available to pre-order and cook yourselves on the gas barbecue
Special conditions:
Smoking ok outside, NOT in wagon please.
Small deck not suitable for small children.
Check-in: 2pm, to 9pm
Check-out = by 10am - thanks
We offer extended check-ins (after 9pm) and check-outs (after 10am) subject to an hourly charge.
Pets allowed with prior approval, but NOT in the wagon (please call or email to discuss)
Cleaning: Please leave in the condition you found it.

Extras: Linen (included); 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 flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchenette, a patio, and a fenced private yard. Limited housekeeping is available.

Property manager

kevile263

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • 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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
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

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.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of 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.

How much does it cost to stay at COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?

As of May 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura on Jun 3, 2025 start from $220.96, excluding 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 COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this bed & breakfast associated with a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as a garden and a video library.

Does COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?

This bed & breakfast offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this bed & breakfast.

Does COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura?

Yes, every guestroom at COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brendan C.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous and Unique

A fantastic wee spot just moments outside Kaikoura. The wagon is truely sensational to stay in with incredible views over Mt Fyffe. We really enjoyed feeding the animals with our 23 month old son.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021