Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(219 Ratings)

House in Kaikōura

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

In the heart of South Bay - this is a great place to recharge the batteries.

This is a 'bring your own linen' house. There is no cleaner so pls be prepared to leave the house clean and tidy for the next people. Let us know if the property is clean tidy when you arrive thanks :)

One minute stroll down the reserve path adjacent to the harbour to see where the penguins are nesting or check out the fishing boats and whale/dolphin watching operations, potter round the rock pools or go for a swim.

Step out to the Peninsula walks, up to the views and back or take the challenge of the loop round the Peninsula to view seals close up, into town and back over the reserve walkway to South bay.

Launch your boat ahead of all the others first thing in the morning - parking inside for a 14' or plenty of room on the grass verge. Or snorkel at low tide - clean your catch in the sink/fish cleaning area round the back.

Safe for all aged children - property is fenced.

Penguins nest around the Coast Guard - if you have a dog, make sure its on leash in that area.

If you notice any damage, or things not working let us know by text email so we can get onto it.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
Smoking allowed outside only, please pick up buts.
Pets welcome too if sleep in their own beds/crates, own food bowls, please pick up any doggie doos, tx. back of property has a 6 ft fence.
Not suitable for tradesmen, or outdoor workers
Note Max 6. With one bathroom incl toilet property is too small for 8 people (I don't know how to change it to 6, sorry.

Warning.
Sleepout is colder than main house in winter,
Shower is over a bathtub. May be difficult for older people.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Kaikōura

Nearby attractions

Encounter Kaikoura (Dolphin Encounter)

1 mi

Kaikoura Seal Colony

1.6 mi

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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage

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4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(219 Ratings)

House in Kaikōura

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Kaikōura

Nearby attractions

Encounter Kaikoura (Dolphin Encounter)

1 mi

Kaikoura Seal Colony

1.6 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(219 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Great stay

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Amazing little batch. Couldn’t fault it. Great communication throughout and great detail in how to open up and get the hot water etc sorted. Would definitely stay again 10/10

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

The house was clean and tidy and was as described in the booking. A classic family bach a stones throw from the beach and boat ramp. Great to be able to take our dogs also

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Stayed for a month and it became home for us. Great location for all activities in the south bay/kaikoura area and the house has everything you need in a comfortable, clean condition. We didn have any issues but im sure the owner would deal with any promptly.

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Like the bach feel of this place with all amenities. Close to the Walkway and the beach. Beds comfortable and kitchen well equipped.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Very happy with the accommodation it had everything we needed and very close to the main part of Kaikoura. Quite and relaxing with lovely scenery. Would definitely stay there again.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Awesome house great location quiet and warm

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Lovely relaxed stay with our kids and dog. Ideal location near beach, walking track and playground!

4.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Warm, cofortable, homely Bach, well located - we had a wonderful few days there and would love to come back some time. The outhouse could be aired a little more... but overall a very pleasent place to stay with Friends or Family

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

The house was great. Lovely and clean, spacious and in a perfect spot for us to explore the area. Sally was really easy to communicate with and we had no issues.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

Loved that games were available! Great spaces. Wonderful time. Will book again

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

Great all round property. Would stay again

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Thanks Sally excellent experience really enjoy your accomodation.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

We all had a lovely cosy stay here. Great facilities. Awesome communication from Sally. Plenty of activities around us to enjoy during daytime and then relax on the deck afterwards.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

cute cottage, would definitely like to return, however by then we hope the owner has been able to spring clean the cottage as was quite musty. Can not use the garage as is full of furniture and only a small car can access the property for off road parking

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Great place

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Spotless clean, much loved family crib. Charming and comfortable base to explore the area.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

House was very clean. Found some cookwear not fully cleaned by previous tennants. Had everything we needed. happy to return in future.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Loved the sleepiness of the south bay A very warm and comfortable house.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Clean and tidy bach. We had a very nice time with lots of walks to do.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

This was a lovely cottage to stay in, with a great gas fire in the living room. Very handy to the peninsula walk and also the walk up and over the hill to town. Easy communication with Sally and would definitely recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Excellent holiday location very nice accommodations will definitely be back .

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Good location with plenty of parking out front for a big boat. Everything worked well and the house was warm. Sally was also great to deal with

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

House is stocked with everything you need. Sleep out is fantastic to throw the kids in and house is nice and cozy warm. Even has a couple of epic tubs of toys for little ones. Walkway to the bay is right next door. Will definitely come back.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

A wonderful find. Charming modernised 1970’s batch full of character from a rich family history. Super close to the sea without the wind. Will definitely want to stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

We've stayed at Wakatu Cottage several times and always enjoy the peaceful cosy atmosphere regardless of the time of the year. Great access to a range of activities with a comfortable base to operate from and always appreciate being able to have our dogs stay with us.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

We really enjoyed our stay here, a great location and comfortable property and lots of nice touches to make for a comfortable visit for the whole family. A great fenced yard for the kids and the dog too! Would love to return.

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Warm and cosy house . Will definitely be back !

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Thanks for letting us stay at your lovely NZ bach. It was a beautiful time with our lovely friends. The bach was clean, kid friendly, and close to the boat ramp. Many thanks!

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Great location. Obviously a well loved family holiday home. Liked the personal touches. Hope other neighbourhood dogs did not mind our two and their reaction to unfamiliar surroundings!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Great location to south shore. Has everything you would need (excluding linens)

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Have rented this property numerous times and find it a great place. The host amazing and very responsive to messages, perfect location and like that it is a reasonably basic kiwi bach that can really enjoy.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Wonderful location, very close to the boat ramp and the beach. Our dog Charly would wait on the veranda for us to return from fishing each day. Really enjoyed our stay. Great weather.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Amazing place to stay for your Kaikoura holiday, great parking out the front for vehicles and a boat, great classic kiwi bach

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Great place for family

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Great Location, all things needs for fabulous holiday are there.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Such a lovely property. Was perfect for our family to come and stay and enjoy the town for the weekend. Lovely location within walking distance to some nice beach spots the house had everything we needed and the kids loved the garden

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Very nice place to stay

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Cute quirky Bach, has everything you need when away from home. It's very homely with all the pictures on the walls.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Kaikōura?

The average price for a rental in Kaikōura is $127 per night. This rental is $10 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage . 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 Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage ?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Nearby attractions

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