Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
Farm Stay in Kaikōura
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this farm stay rental
Wacky Stays is a tranquil retreat offering six unique, self-contained lodging options that promise an unforgettable experience.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Kaikōura
Available Rooms
Colonial Wagon and Sleep-out
2 Bunk or 2 Bunk • 269 ft²
Sleeps 4
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House Truck
1 Double • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Yurt
1 Double • 236 ft²
Sleeps 5
+
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Teepee
1 Double • 236 ft²
Sleeps 5
+
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Two-Bedroom Cottage
2 Sofa • 1 Double • 1 Bunk • 301 ft²
Sleeps 5
+
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Reviews
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5.0
the animal feed is great for kids
thanks for the bread and milk
got bitten by fleas/sand flies .
no hairdryer
water for shower was way too cold
8.0
The experience of living on a country farm with farm animals was loved by the whole family. The farmers cottage was cosy and warm with good facilities. Our family of 5 had plenty of space inside with enough bedding for all. The owner provided a continental breakfast for our stay which was a lovely touch. The kids loved feeding times with the animals and exploring the yard.
10.0
Loved the unique accommodation (we were in the yurt, unexpectedly warm in winter) and Kevin was there with a big torch. He was very understanding that we were slightly delayed. Also was a great stay with dogs!
n-a
10.0
Very quirky and cool!
7.0
The yurt was amazing for a family of 4 plus the additional facilities of the bathroom next door and fully equipped outdoor kitchen.
The musty smell was pretty overpowering
9.0
Farm feeding experience was great for the kids
Nothing
9.0
Very quirky
7.0
Fun place with great staff and the chance to meet, feed and pet the animals
Bathroom very basic (main light not working). BBQ area pretty marginal.
7.0
We liked the quirkiness of the accommodation
It was all a bit of a squeeze. OK for one night but not great for a longer stay
10.0
fantastic view, nice products provided for breakfast
9.0
concept, comfort, location, host 😀
10.0
It was a perfect wackey stay, we had the house truck, which was probably smaller than the others. It was very clean and well presented inside. The dogs had a good fenced area.
It made a welcome change from a motel whilst travelling South.
I would highly recommend for the novelty factor.
Internet isn't good but the host knows this and is trying his best to sort it. The TV didn't have channels only a DVD player but you could borrow DVD's.
1.0
The host was friendly enough.
The product. The pictures of the yurt and the yurt in real life were chalk and cheese. The yurt had a musty mouldy smell and it was damp. The owner had place humidifier in the tent and said it was how a tent is. The tent needed to be aired. The fridge area was mouldy. It was so dark and dank and not at all inviting.The power hook up is a safety Hazzard. The linen looked so worn and old. The decor look as if it was donated or pick up from people who didn't want the furniture as it was tired and its used by date was well pasted. We choose not to stay the night as our sinuses and eyes were burning and itchy after being in the yurt for 15 mins. Therefore we would not have been able to sleep the whole night in the yurt.We had to book into somewhere else.. The outdoor kitchen did not look clean and had issues with power. I wished I would have read the review by previous reviewer as the pictures and details were 100% correct This was not glamping. The owner thanked us for supporting small business due to covid. He would have known that we did not stay the night as nothing was touched at all. He has not tried to contact us therefore no questions asked. We went with such high hopes only to be disappointed and trying to find alternative accommodation. They are asking decent money for a very poor product.
9.0
Chloe and Barney :) Kevin was very thorough in ensuring we knew the ins and outs of the truck before leaving us to our own devices
10.0
Loved the yurt. Warm and comfortable. The eggs from the friendly chooks was a lovely touch
10.0
Wow, my family were apprehensive about staying in a yurt but after our comfortable night want to come back again. Waking up to the llamas right in front of our door was amazing. I would highly recommend Wacky Stays but especially to families.
Loved everything
10.0
Awesome place to take our Granddaughter. Range of animals is amazing. Nice set up.
10.0
Really enjoyed the experience of staying in the yurt. It was cosy and comfortable for 5 of us. Had some cold nights but stayed warm. Beds were comfy and facilities were good.
There's a rooster that went off each morning around 4am
10.0
Nice and homely thoroughly enjoyed it.
Nothing
10.0
farm stay
none
9.0
Very cosy. Just like staying with family. Breakfast ingredients all there and very tasty.
8.0
loved the yurt & other fun options
just little things that easily could be fixed
10.0
Staying in the converted bus was a great experience and only topped by the opportunity to feed a variety of animals. The place was very peaceful and staff was super welcoming.
10.0
Everything was perfect 👍
10.0
unique experience staying in a yurt
nothing
7.0
The view from the wagon windows.
We felt the place had a very run down feel ie fence around bath falling down. Ripped vallance on bed.. Filthy couch.. Floors poorly vavcumed, & dirty. Thought the llamas needed more hay 2 supplement their diet.
10.0
I booked the Yurt, but cause my hubby and bro in law are not short. They wanted to have a bigger and more spacious area so we were in the cottage which we loved and enjoyed. The animals were so awesomeeeee 🥰😇 would totally love to book again. The host were awesome friendly 😁
Nil it was perfect
9.0
Beautiful spot, accommodation options out of the box! host was welcoming and helpful.
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Kaikōura?
The average price for a rental in Kaikōura is R 2,268 per night. This rental is R 507 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this farm stay. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours pet friendly?
Yes! This farm stay is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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