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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

Vacation home in Kaikōura with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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South Bay, Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Kean Seal Colony
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Located in South Bay within 2 miles (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Fyffe House - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

South Bays Cottage is situated less than 100 metres from the boat ramp and also the main Marina. This 2 bedroom cottage has been totally renovated inside with modern appliances. Unlimited Fibre Broadband is included. The main bedroom has a queen bed and sliding doors to outdoors. The other bedroom also has a queen bed. Ideal for kids with a large area to run around. Fishermen will be happy with off street parking for a boat and car. This cottage backs onto reserve land. NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases/tea towels) Duvets & Pillows provided

Bed layout: 2 Queen(s),

Nearest main airport: Christchurch International Airport
Distance: 190 ks
Smoking allowed outside only.

NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases/tea towels) Duvets & Pillows provided
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in South Bay, close to Peninsula Walkway, Point Kean Seal Colony, and Kaikoura Beach. You'll also find Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage?

Yes, every accommodation at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage comes with a deck.

Reviews

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Away from the hustle and bustle...great beds...cosy and warm...good communication from hosts .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Barb L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
upon arriving the house wasn't very clean and didn't have the comforts that I/we would have expected. there were no dish cloths to clean with. however there was an expectation that we would clean before we did. we did make some attempts to clean but without the tools it was not possible. While I now see that we were told there would be no tea towels there was nothing to wipe a bench with. there was nowhere to hang clothing or to store them . Mould was found throughout dwelling, place was dirty and extremely uninviting. I would not return and definitely not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Great place and location. Just could do with a few upgrades, to kitchen and supplied equipment. Wasn't overly clean.But overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kate B.

Lovely location, very quiet and peaceful. Unfortunately there was a funky fishy smell throughout the house, plus toilet wasn’t clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay, it's was a bit smell from the fridge, but will stay again and hope for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay. Great to walk around marina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna W.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great bach

Great little place, was warm and had everything we needed for the weekend. Quiet location close to walking track.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alastair D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet place in the heart of South Bay

A good simple two bedroom batch in the heart of South Bay. Perfect for weekend or longer stays, close to the water and walking distance to some nice walks. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only real criticism of this property is essentially a cautionary one. It concerns the unusual step spanning across the entire junction space between the living room and the kitchen. It is most counterintuitive to have to step (15cm or so, in fact) down from the living area as required here, and it is easy at first to forget to do so at first. I stumbled several times, as did my partner. I could see the structural reasons for the step because of the need for the kitchen ceiling and roofline to follow that of the original dwelling to which the kitchen has surely been added. A warning to watch this unusual step is nevertheless warranted. Otherwise, this is a pleasant, fairly well appointed, property and one we would rent again for a weekend in Kaikoura .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent locTion . Lovely host .just what we needed

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kirsti Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Filthy but good location

This property was in a stunning location, however upon arrival, we opened the door and there was a horrid odor throughout the whole house. We had to air it out for 2 days and it was still there. We could tell the place was not cleaned prior to our arrival. The bathroom had hair all over the sink, the floor was filthy and you could tell it had been awhile since it was cleaned. It made me very uncomfortable to put my infant down or even let him sleep there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mel R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Property right at the Water 🌊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and relaxing

This was the perfect bach for us. Quiet, private, just the right size. The back deck and small garden were nice and they even had a compost bin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rhys H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little batch away

Great little batch with everything a family needs on a trip away. Comfy clean and warm. Great with the smart tv and wifi. Only thing we will say pillows needing upgrading as pretty soft and not alot to them. Otherwise will most definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cl9se to the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good spot, only thing was the gas bottle for the bbq was empty so we filled it up. There should ve plenty for the next people😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Donna C.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

james c.

Bach Kaikōura

Lovely place to stay. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024