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Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342

Beach vacation home with kitchen in Kaikōura

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Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬

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About the area

Kaikōura

On the beach.With a stay at this Kaikōura vacation home, you'll be steps from Kaikoura Museum and a 5-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach. Also, Kaikoura District Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Fyffe House is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Foodie's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342

Hidden Gem is all about adventure, chill vibes and making memories. This cute, historic cottage has been freshened up but still keeps that classic bach feel. It’s got amazing views over the coastal marine reserve, and if you’re lucky, you might see dolphins playing or even a whale or two. It sleeps up to seven, so it’s great for family getaways or hanging out with friends.

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Exterior
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 on Mar 15, 2026 start from CA $176, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 to downtown Kaikōura?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Kaikōura.

Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Uke B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was smooth going, view is beautiful and its just as in the photos but just a few issues with the wifi connection and poor service. However i couldve contacted the host about the wifi issue but choose not to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

D C M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views were amazing! Fantastic for seal and dolphin watching. Beautiful sunrises. Only negative for us was the access which is initially steep over the railway track. We had a bike rack on the back of a ute and had to remove it to get over the first bit. A mention in the listing about this would have been helpful. Otherwise absolutely loved our days there.
The entrance to driveway. Doesn’t really show how steep it is.
Front of bach, looking out over the sea.
Beautiful sunrise taken from balcony at the bach.
At one of the seal colonies after a short walk round the rocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Kiwi Bach

Warm, amazing views, clean, all the facilities we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025