Escape to this comfortable, modern holiday house on the Kaikoura peninsula, nestled between South Bay and the town side. With a fully equipped kitchen, dining table for 6 and leather lounge suite with Netflix & Disney+, you can unwind in style. Enjoy mountain views from your private front deck or head out to explore nearby beaches and seal colonies.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious 3BR with Decks, BBQ, Mountain Views, and Family-Friendly Vibes
Our 6-bedroom home is cleverly designed as two separate units, each with 3 bedrooms. This listing is for the front unit, which is fully self-contained and ideal for smaller groups or families.
Separated from the rear unit by a garage, the two spaces are connected only by a shared laundry behind the garage. The entrance to the front unit is via a private deck with wide eaves for shelter. At the back of the house, there’s an additional deck with outdoor furniture and a BBQ—ideal for al fresco dining or enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Inside, the master bedroom boasts a super-king bed, ensuite bathroom, and sliding door to the deck. The second bedroom features a split super-king bed that can be configured as a single bed or super-king—let us know your preference. The third bedroom offers a comfortable king bed. A second bathroom complements the ensuite, ensuring convenience for everyone.
The open-plan living area combines the kitchen, dining, and lounge. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, electric hob, extraction fan, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, and granite-topped island—a great hub for socializing. The lounge has a leather suite, a 65" TV with Netflix and Disney+, and a dining table for six.
The shared laundry includes a washing machine and dryer. While the garage is typically off-limits, fishing enthusiasts can request access to the fridge and freezer inside.
✔ Fully equipped kitchen ✔ Dishwasher ✔ Dining table for 6 ✔ Leather lounge suite ✔ 65" TV with Netflix & Disney+ ✔ High-speed WiFi ✔ Front & back decks ✔ 2 super-king & 1 king beds ✔ 3 bedrooms, 1 with deck access ✔ 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite) ✔ Ample off-street parking
The rear unit is rarely occupied, as we no longer rent it separately due to soundproofing limitations. Occasionally, I might stay there but will ensure minimal noise.
If you're traveling with a large group, consider renting the entire 6-bedroom house or the additional 3-bedroom home next door—perfect for keeping everyone together while maintaining space and privacy!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Netflix
Smart TV
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious 3BR with Decks, BBQ, Mountain Views, and Family-Friendly Vibes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious 3BR with Decks, BBQ, Mountain Views, and Family-Friendly Vibes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious 3BR with Decks, BBQ, Mountain Views, and Family-Friendly Vibes?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious 3BR with Decks, BBQ, Mountain Views, and Family-Friendly Vibes located?
Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Fyffe House, and Peninsula Walkway. Point Kean Seal Colony and Kaikoura Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
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Cleanliness
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Location
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Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent
Brian
5 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious,clean,well equipped, comfortable beds,and good location. Responsive host with good instructions. Would stay again.
Spacious, modern, spotless.
A great place to stay. A quiet no exit street with easy off street parking this home has it all. Comfortable beds and furniture and a well equipped kitchen. We really want to come back and stay longer.
Spacious, comfortable, quiet and well equipped. Good location away from the main street.Beds comfortable, we slept well after two days travel from Yorkshire in the UK. Kiakoura is a very pleasant place to take a break.
All our needs were met, with bells on. Clean, comfortable, practical, warm and quiet. A lovely family space. We felt cared for. Instructions were clear and useful.
Everything you can need for your stay away from home. Clean, tidy and a kitchen that has been generously equipped. A quiet location away from the town centre with plenty of walking opportunities if you are so inclined.
Linda G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Robert
13 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our 10-day stay here over mid-winter – the beds are really comfortable, and the showers are excellent. The house is lovely and warm when we used the heatpump and heaters, but there's also good airflow on days when we wanted to open up.
There are so many thoughtful little touches to this house – it's got great facilities (even a coffee machine and plunger), like the washing machine, which made it really easy to settle in for an extended stay.
The location was great – there's a beautiful view of the mountains, it's a quick drive to town, and there's a shortcut at the end of Ward St for walking down to the peninsula road and track. It made for a fantastic ~3 hr loop walk across the peninsula to South Bay and northwards back.
Communication with Tim was great, he's a superb host, and the house is really well set up. We'd stay here as a group again in a heartbeat.
Excellent quiet location, very comfortable house with super beds. Very clean and tidy with all you would need, including a coffee machine. Great host and easy to communicate with. The gravel driveway was similar to others in the street but my grandson loved sitting on the edge stones to stare at the vista.
We had a wonderful time. The house was great, everything you could want spacious and comfortable. We experienced good communication both before and during our stay.