Country Retreat close to Kaikoura
About this house rental
This warm modern and spacious farm cottage enjoys an ideallic rural setting surrounded by native bush and planting’s attracting native bird life. The bedroom windows look back across the fields toward the sometimes snow capped mountains. This peaceful rural location offers a perfect base for exploring the wonderful Kaikoura Region. It is just a few minutes from Kaikoura township and the coast. The grassed area at the front of the house is a lovely spot to enjoy an evening cocktail and the scenery or for the kids to play. The view can be shared with some sheep and a very friendly goat who helps keep the lawns mowed! A private yard has plenty of space for boat parking. Tastefully appointed cottage with all you should need for a home away from home experience. Special conditions: Please, no one night booking requests. NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); We are not able to offer a linen service at this house.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Fireplace
Laundry
TV
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Reasons to book
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(93 Reviews)
10.0
Lovely quiet place, appreciate the wood as a front arrived when we arrived. Love see the manu and wow the stars at night amazing. We want to come back. Thanks for making it available.
10.0
We stayed here for a couple of days to do some work in Kaikoura. The property was well set up, and in a nice tranquil setting.
10.0
Comfortable stay. Cleanliness was fine, well stocked kitchen. The beds are all quite different and the furniture dated, however everything is exactly as per the photos. Nice change to be in the countryside just a little way out of Kaikoura.
6.0
It was adequate in terms of comfort, but we were very disappointed with the cleanliness... particularly the kitchen! We had to wipe out cupboards, clean plates and cutlery before use, and the oven was not clean either ...just lucky we brought baking paper. Lots of dust and cobwebs too.
5.0
Had a lovely stay here. Thank you
Probably could do with a better vacuum (young kids pick stuff up off floor and eat it etc) but other than that it was really nice.
2.0
It was a specious bach not very far from the centre. However, we have not enjoyed our stay much and spent there as little time as possible. The bach was a bit too dirty/dusty and with spider webs all around. Apparently, no cleaning is done after the guests and the windows need a good clean. I found it a bit disrespectful to rent out the bach in that condition.
2.0
Generally Clean inside but windows need cleaning outside. Ceiling lights in main bedroom not working. Need to take bath towel as the bathroom tiles are slippery. Also need salt and pepper as the shakers were empty. Appreciate it is country and so lots of flies but a vacuum prior to 4 pm entry would be good. Tv etc very good and nice 70s crockery and feel. Beds comfy, one single is very high and guest needed to organise a step up stool. Nice setting. No wifi and sketchy phone coverage but the stars were magnificent.
5.0
Great location . Peaceful and relaxing
5.0
Great set up all we needed ,nice and quiet but close to town
5.0
Had an awesome time staying here, heaps of room nice and clean. Weather was nice, nice relaxing out in the front yard. Will definitely come back again we all enjoyed our stay.
4.0
Great location close to all amenities house had everything required
4.0
Glad to find this cottage at late notice after a sudden ferry cancellation and finding ourselves with 4 days to spare. . The cottage is roomy and reminders me of my grandmother’s house. Beds comfortable, kitchen well equipped but knives need sharpening
5.0
A great location for mountain and coastal walks. Easy access to Kaikoura
5.0
A great location for mountain and coastal walks. Easy access to Kaikoura
4.0
Simple check in process, spacious cottage in a beautiful rural setting. The cleanliness could be improve.
4.0
Lovely private cottage, easy to find and very handy to local attractions. Enjoyed our time there.
5.0
Very enjoyable stay
5.0
Well equipped and comfortable. Heats up nicely with a log burner. A lovely goat nearby!
5.0
Private, peaceful getaway
Well equipped and comfortable. Heats up nicely with a log burner. A lovely goat nearby!
4.0
Loved it
We had a great relaxing time , we where thankful of the firewood as it was a cold night x2
Can’t wait to stay again . There is a little bit if maintenance needed we noticed from last time to now only minor but worth looking at ( lots of spider webs on windows) seal on shower door hanging off, bathroom sink needs the waste replacing, the heated towel rail bracket is cracked and will fall down soon, the range hood fan didn’t work and had oil dripping into the stove , everything else was great
Thank You
4.0
We enjoyed our stay It was a pleasant, tidy place with nice, peaceful outdoor setting The kids were looking forward to seeing the goat but he wasn't home
4.0
Peaceful stay
We enjoyed our stay It was a pleasant, tidy place with nice, peaceful outdoor setting The kids were looking forward to seeing the goat but he wasn't home
5.0
A quiet, clean property, close to town but very peaceful. All the amenity you need. Kaikoura was wonderful - swam with dolphins. Note cell phone coverage a bit patchy and no wifi - which can be a good thing!
5.0
A relaxing spot, away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to enjoy all the benefits of Kaikoura township. Secure parking for your boat and car. Enjoy the bird song and the peace, not to mention the beautiful mountains!
5.0
Loved our stay at Magnolia cottage, lovely private rural setting amongst trees, friendly fantails and resident goat.
Not far out of town, just far enough and equal distance between the northern and south of the peninsula beaches.
Plenty of space, good facilities and friendly hosts and management.
Would definately stay again.
5.0
Lovely quiet property
A quiet, clean property, close to town but very peaceful. All the amenity you need. Kaikoura was wonderful - swam with dolphins. Note cell phone coverage a bit patchy and no wifi - which can be a good thing!
5.0
Quiet Retreat
A relaxing spot, away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to enjoy all the benefits of Kaikoura township. Secure parking for your boat and car. Enjoy the bird song and the peace, not to mention the beautiful mountains!
5.0
It was worth every cent
5.0
Magnolia Cottage
Loved our stay at Magnolia cottage, lovely private rural setting amongst trees, friendly fantails and resident goat.
Not far out of town, just far enough and equal distance between the northern and south of the peninsula beaches.
Plenty of space, good facilities and friendly hosts and management.
Would definately stay again.
5.0
It was like home away from home
It was worth every cent
5.0
Peaceful, lots of room for a good sized boat. Good price an very private.
Great place to get away from it all.
5.0
Fishing weekend
Nice place. Just out of Kaikoura. Most things you need are there. Lovely setting. Could do with some net curtains of frosted glass in the bathroom. Also a few new bulbs would be nice. All in all had a great weekend.
5.0
Great place in an awesome spot just out of town. Nice and quiet, we will be staying again in the future.
5.0
Great spot
Great place in an awesome spot just out of town. Nice and quiet, we will be staying again in the future.
5.0
Thanks for your welcome
5.0
Very good
Thanks for your welcome
4.0
Great little break to this countryside cottage. Cottage had everything we needed, but it's a shame there's nowhere to make the most of the stunning scenery on the back doorstep. Birdlife was superb. Would definitely stay again.
4.0
Peaceful retreat
Great little break to this countryside cottage. Cottage had everything we needed, but it's a shame there's nowhere to make the most of the stunning scenery on the back doorstep. Birdlife was superb. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Wonderful stay
We enjoyed our stay, and appreciated being able to bring our fur baby with us too! We loved the quietness of the country but nice and close to the town. Very comfortable. We did notice a lot of dead bugs inside, but other than that, very satisfied with our stay.
Thank you so much!
Shane & Hannah.
5.0
We enjoyed our stay, and appreciated being able to bring our fur baby with us too! We loved the quietness of the country but nice and close to the town. Very comfortable. We did notice a lot of dead bugs inside, but other than that, very satisfied with our stay. Thank you so much!Shane & Hannah.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Kaikōura?
The average price for a rental in Kaikōura is R 2,375 per night. This rental is R 467 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Country Retreat close to Kaikoura. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Country Retreat close to Kaikoura pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Country Retreat close to Kaikoura?
We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, fireplace, laundry, and tv.
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