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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage

In the heart of South Bay - this is a great place to fish or 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.

One minute stroll down the reserve path adjacent to the harbour to 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.

If you have a dog, make sure its on leash around the Coast Guard.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
Smoking allowed outside only, please pick up buts.
Pets welcome too if they sleep in their own beds/crates, own food bowls, please pick up any doggie doos, tx. Please, no pets on furniture or beds! Exccept the outside couch.
Not suitable for tradesmen, or outdoor workers

Warnings.
The sleepout is colder than main house in winter,
The shower is over a bathtub. May be difficult for some.

Property manager

Sally Grimmett

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 3:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dog use own mat/crate feed bowl pick up doo doos

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Fenced property Keep dogs/children off furniture

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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wakatu Cottage South Bay
Wakatu Cottage House
Wakatu Cottage House South Bay
Wakatu Kaikoura
Wakatu Cottage Kaikoura
Wakatu Cottage Private vacation home Kaikoura
Wakatu Cottage Private vacation home
Wakatu Cottage
Wakatu Wait A While Kaikoura
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage Kaikoura
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage Private vacation home
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage Private vacation home Kaikoura

About the neighborhood

Map
South Bay, Kaikoura

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Fyffe House - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage ?

Check-out is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage located?

This family-friendly Kaikōura vacation home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 241 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mani D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

It was a great stay thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very cozy will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Fantastic property with easy access to the boat ramp. Comfortable and practical with lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Bay stay

We liked the property because we got to bring our little pet as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

Beautiful place with a nice garden, very close to the beach and the coastal track. We enjoyed a wonderful weekend and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and comfortably cottage

A perfect location in South Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation

Warm, cosy and very comfortable my family enjoyed every bit about our stay here. Thank you for having us
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice wee batch

Good place to stay nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Amazing spot with beautiful views and close to everything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunny place

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kaikoura

Great 70-80s bach. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kaikoura gem

Had a lovely time was really lovely stay 2 mins to the beach. Was very clean . Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Lovely relaxed stay with our kids and dog. Ideal location near beach, walking track and playground!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely bach in a beautiful location

We had a great stay, it’s a really nice house with comfy beds and a nice outdoor area. Very clean and tidy. South Bay is a beautiful spot and the house is close to the wharf and beach. Sally is great to deal with, check in was really easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jh d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend brake away

Excellent holiday location very nice accommodations will definitely be back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great all round property. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Geoff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great

we all loved it will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet friendly appreciated

Basic wee cottage with everything you need for a get away. Yard was great for our wee dog and handy to plenty of walking spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a short stay

Great location to south shore. Has everything you would need (excluding linens)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend relaxing in Kaikoura

Warm and cosy house . Will definitely be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South bay house

Awesome house great location quiet and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Janet D., Porirua

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy cottage in quiet spot

Like the bach feel of this place with all amenities. Close to the Walkway and the beach. Beds comfortable and kitchen well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

angus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best holiday ever!!

Amazing place to stay for your Kaikoura holiday, great parking out the front for vehicles and a boat, great classic kiwi bach
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie & Mathew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whakatu

Nice house that was cozy and warm. Great for a quick get away. Thanks 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024