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Our top choices for South Island cottages

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1. Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!

Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Wonderful place, perfect to lay in the grass for stargazing, super comfy and warm!"
United States
Philipp V.
The price is AED 776
AED 1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
Lodge | Garden view

2. Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay."
New Zealand
Patricia
The price is AED 366
AED 422 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Barnacle Bills
Outdoor dining

3. Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Very warm and inviting with amazing views!"
New Zealand
Christian O.
The price is AED 431
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Property grounds

4. Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Taramea Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Easy late check-in and early checkout process; clean/cozy and tastefully appointed; Netflix on the big screen was a plus for the kids; lovely view and easy walking distance to the beach:-)"
Australia
L
The price is AED 208
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Modern Bach with a Rural view
Exterior

5. Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great stay ."
New Zealand
Denny V.
The price is AED 294
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Mountain Village Bach
Property grounds

6. Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Everything was immaculate. Great interior design."
Australia
Patricia
The price is AED 526
AED 678 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Exterior

7. Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)

Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)
Westland District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"We had a great couple of days and the hosts were friendly and informative."
New Zealand
Steve S.
The price is AED 313
AED 427 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Private spa tub

8. The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is AED 854
AED 986 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
The Factory
Outdoor dining

9. Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Mapua (Ruby Bay)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Comfy beds and pillows. Warm and cosy"
Australia
Nicole
The price is AED 473
AED 611 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Private spa tub

10. Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
3.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"Very nice cottage, Hot Tub worked as a charm... :-) "
United States
Pavel
The price is AED 719
AED 826 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
Exterior

11. Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step
Waitati
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Nice clean, tidy and comfortable bed. "
New Zealand
Peter W.
The price is AED 358
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Nature on your door step
Exterior

12. Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges

Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Blackball
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Thanks to Nickie & Shawn, the place was great and very central to the bush, so quiet up in the bush, so much to see,thanks heaps John & Sharon "
New Zealand
John C.
The price is AED 398
AED 786 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Exterior

13. Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.

Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.
Westport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Lovely place"
New Zealand
Lizzy B.
The price is AED 480
AED 625 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.
Exterior

14. Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine

Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
Kakahu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The cottage was lovely really comortable bed. Free range eggs for breakfast. Deicious..0"
New Zealand
Anne B.
The price is AED 274
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
Exterior

15. Tranquil Cottage in the Country

Tranquil Cottage in the Country
Kyeburn
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"We had a lovely relaxing stay, thank you for the nice touches that made us feel welcome."
New Zealand
Erin H.
The price is AED 265
AED 372 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Tranquil Cottage in the Country
Exterior

16. Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great location - kids enjoyed watching the boats go out"
New Zealand
Kelly I.
The price is AED 336
AED 534 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Beach front cottage
Exterior

17. Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool

Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool
Cardrona
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"We stayed for 1 night only. Stay was nice and comfortable. Facilities were perfect."
New Zealand
Komal N.
The price is AED 841
AED 1,339 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool
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18. Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains

Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
Darfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Lovely, warm, comfortable stay with surroundings that ensure you have no choice but to relax."
New Zealand
Liz M.
The price is AED 337
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
Exterior

19. The Blackhouse Cottage

The Blackhouse Cottage
3.0 star property
Ruatapu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Lovely spot. Beautiful area"
Canada
Elizabeth A
The price is AED 485
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Blackhouse Cottage
Interior

20. Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)

Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
Burnside
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Lovely property will stay again"
United States
Karen B.
The price is AED 295
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
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Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in South Island cost?
Rates for cottages in South Island range between AED 372 and AED 1,339 per night. No matter your budget, you're sure to find the ideal place to get in tune with nature. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What are the best cottages in South Island?
Glide into vacation mode and slow things down a notch in one of South Island's multiple cottages. With a total average guest review rating of 9.5, there's something for everyone, no matter your style and budget. Many visitors to Queenstown look forward to staying at Shotover Country Cottages, a 3.5-star cottage retreat with mountain views and a terrace. Another favorite pick in this buzzing city is Remarkable Lake View Townhouse Queenstown Hill. This 4-star escape comes with a barbecue grill and a fireplace.
How many cottages are there in South Island?
Browse through our 58 cottages in South Island and then select your favorite. Whether you're organizing a vacation with the whole fam or a weekend with buddies, your perfect stay is a few clicks away with Expedia.
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