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Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

South Bay stay.Your stay at this South Bay vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. Kaikoura District Museum and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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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

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬5 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

Property manager

HelenC40

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 87.1 mi (113-min drive) away from the Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi (5-min drive) from Kaikoura Beach.

Does Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage to downtown Kaikōura?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Kaikōura.

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 178 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry and Malcolm S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Reccommend

What an amazing place to stay. Modern and clean. Close to the beach. Perfect in every way. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great bach

We had a great time here, very cozy with everything you need. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very handy to South Bay boat ramp, and easy off-street parking for the boat. We enjoyed our stay, the property had all the amenities we needed and was warm and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rangimarie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very happy

Bach is private, had everything we needed, warm, comfortable, few wifi
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little bach.

We loved our stay. Great location with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather M.

Lovely place for a low key break

Lovely little property - perfect size for a family of 4. Super warm and cozy. Given it relies on previous occupants to clean it wasn’t super clean on arrival (it was clear it needed a good vacuum), but all cleaning products are provided so not difficult to fix :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location, has everything you need!

Loved our stay here! My two young kids and I had enough space to run around outside and all the comforts inside for when the weather shifted and we headed indoors. Close to all of the best parts of Kaikoura and just a short walk to the peninsula track. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024