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Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring South Bay

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A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, stove, and microwave.
A surfer riding a wave.
A kitchen with a window, a sink, and a kettle on the counter.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a grey sofa, two framed pictures on the wall, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Explore the area

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Kaikoura, Canterbury
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Kaikōura

South Bay stay.Your stay at this South Bay vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Kaikoura District Museum and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Golf Club - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Fyffe House - 15 min drive - 7.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Craypot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hiku - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

About this Holiday House
Sunny, warm self-contained 3-bedroom bungalow in South Bay opposite the Whale Watch marina and public slipway.
Details and amenities
Child friendly
Pet: please enquire
Linen provided.
Smoking outside only
No disabled access

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The price is CA $112
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway on Aug 1, 2026 start from CA $130, 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 Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) from Kaikoura Beach.

Does Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway to downtown Kaikōura?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Kaikōura.

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the views from this quintessential NZ bach and the lovely walks in the surrounding area. It was well equipped and the beds and top quality sheets were appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable little house.
Opposite the main boat ramp - busy with early morning departures - but great to watch
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spot to watch the marine activities. Very clean and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house great location. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel V.

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

Awesome stay

We have enjoyed our stay in the property, property is clean, will surely return on my next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

JL L.

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

South bay waterfront property

Great location, everything you need and three bedrooms would be great for a family get away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison M.

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

Kiwi Bach

Great spot….clean….great beds and linen…love to stay again sometime
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Beautiful view and location by water

We loved watching sunset and relaxing place to stay. Nice kitchen to cook a meal. We enjoyed walking boat area and watching fisherman come in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

karen c.

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

quaint little place

Cute little cottage with good quality bedding. Nice location overlooking the ocean and boat ramp.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genee C.

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

Girls trip

What a stunning property and great location. Extremely clean, well presented 100% recommend this property. Thank you so much to the host.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Cute and comfy cottage with great views of the bay

Lovely little cottage with a good amount of space for a family of 4 with 2 teens (separate rooms a bonus!). Good kitchen facilities, very clean, nicely decorated throughout with comfy beds and great views to the bay. Friendly/welcoming hosts. Great location to stay and explore beautiful Kaikoura - the place has happy holiday.vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracey H.

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

south bay

This is the second time we have stayed at one of Raylene's properties and was as good as the first time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian B.

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

Great old school bach

Old bach, done up inside. Spacious and comfortable. Great location. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jody m.

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

Spot on

Great location for our purpose. A hive of activity and spectacular views of the ocean, mountains and watching the fisherman and boaties coming and going.A good bach setup, fantastic looking gas cooktop (we didnt use) sky tv, aircon, outdoor seating, perfect weather, what more could I say
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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

Million Dollar View

Husband and I ran away for a couple of days.Lovely location of Kiwi Bach.Not the place to sleep in with Commercial boats going out at 3am in the morning.Very well appointed Bach though and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

neil s.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Sent two emails to host without courtesy of reply. Television did not work. We were very concerned as to security as a ranch slider door did not close. Alerted the host as requested by email. Nothing! Expensive stay all things considered.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natural Encounters Walks Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025