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A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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The Catlins, Owaka
  • Place, Catlins Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Teapot World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nugget Point Lighthouse
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Owaka

Located in Owaka, this cottage is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Teapot World and Catlins Lake. .This family-friendly cottage is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Jack's Blowhole and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Cannibal Bay Beach.

What's nearby

  • Catlins Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Teapot World - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Purakaunui Falls - 21 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 37 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Curio Bay Petrified Forest - 60 min drive - 89.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪LumberJack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kurumi Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kūkū Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬7 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.

A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit

This Rural property is close to many of the Catlins attractions.
Including 10 mins to popular wedding venues.
The house features freeview flatscreen TV, good cell phone coverage and has recently been renovated. On cooler days turn on the heat pump or light the woodburner. If you want a day at home to relax then get out the cards, games or play pool or darts in the Garage Games Room.
The small township of Owaka is 2km away, and includes a Four Square supermarket, garage, pub, Cafe and Restaurant along with a gift shop and in summer months also a Pizza and takeaway place.
The town also features a very good museum and information Centre, and have your photo taken with our wonderful Waka Sculpture.
Jacks Bay and the worthwhile Blowhole walk are 10 mins away.
There are many other walks in the area of varying distances. Your hosts can offer advice on these.
Nugget Point lighthouse is 30 minutes drive away and The Point Cafe and Bar in Kaka Point offers an opportunity to have coffee or dine out.
Half an hour South is the beach settlement of Papatowai, and The Lost Gypsy Bus, and if you travel a bit further South you can visit Cathedral caves or Maclean Falls and then a coffee, drink or meal at The Whistling Frog.
Your hosts live next door and are readily available to offer advice on things to do to make your stay more memorable.
Special conditions:
no smoking inside the House or Games Room Garage.
No pets.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

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A Warm, Cosy Home Perfect for Your Catlins Visit Owaka

A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you so much Keith and Hilary for your hospitality during our stay. You made our experience in the Catlins very enjoyable despite the tough circumstances due to the weather. Would highly recommend this bach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Lounge & Kitchen with lovely view and great log burner
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great location. Easy check in. Loved the view and open fire. Very clean and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davey R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything needed for a great stay

Wonderfull farm house in great location.With a good fire going on winters day was nice and cozy. Had all the essentials needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alanah m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best bach we have stayed in

The family absolutely loved this bach from the view to the heating to the cleanliness to the pool table. Every need was catered for! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Catlins perfection

Magnificent views & wonderful property. Could not have been better. Excellent, welcoming host as well. 6 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning Views

Lovely 3 bedroom bungalow with stunning views of the bay in front and hills behind. Great base for visiting the Catlin coast and its many attractions. Saw NZ sea lions on the beaches at Surat Bay and Cannibal Bay only 10 mins drive. Local town of Owaka has some good takeaways and a couple of restaurants. I would definitely recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A touch of paradise

We had 2 wonderful nights staying here and wish we had allowed an extra day and night as know we didn’t get to see all of the Catlins. The accomodation and the location of it was perfect for our needs and felt a home away from home. We would definitely come back and stay here when we are next in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous accommodation

Had an amazing time enjoying the stunning view and relaxing. Really appreciate the great comms and well cared for accommodation... highly revommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy and relaxing with fantastic vista views

Warm and cosy. A very pleasant surprise apon arrival. Lovely views of the surrounding valley and estuary. Enjoyed a nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exploring the Catlins

Private, roomy & comfortable with a great view
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

October stay at Owaka

A great place to stay fantastic views and friendly hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely wee house

Thank you for a lovely stay, very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very enjoyable

Warm and comfortable. Strongest surora for decades was an unexpected bonus Clearly visible from the deck of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mac R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labour Weekend break

Lovely place to stay and relax. Great views. Handy to interesting places and things to do. Helpful friendly host. Warm clean house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Getaway

We loved the property and enjoyed the proximity to the beautiful walks in the area. The house was clean and cosy with fantastic views. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Lovely private property with awesome view over the bay. Lovely and cosy with the fire. Everything you need for a lovely break away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ragne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning views, great place

This is the ideal getaway property. The views down over rolling farmland to two bays and hills are magnificent. The bach has everything you could want and several extras - pool table, dart board and flying fox. Spacious with everything you need and beautifully presented. The ideal stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great holiday

Lovely wee home. Nice and cosy with fire on. Had everything we needed and we all loved the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

AWESOME home with the most FANTASTIC views.

We have stayed in a number of holiday homes around NZ and this one is truly awesome. The whole process, from booking to arrival, to the stay itself, to our departure was so easy and fuss free. Friendly, down to earth hosts. The house itself was very clean, well equipped, central to all the activities the Catlins has to offer and has the most FANTASTIC views. We would highly recommend this holiday home to both couples or families. Plenty of space. Our boys would have loved the flying fox and the pool table (they didn't come with us on this particular trip, woo hoo!!)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing cosy cottage

What a beautifully renovated and tastefully decorated cottage in Owaka! The views from all rooms are breathtaking and we felt relaxed as soon as we walked in. Accommodation has everything you need and the kitchen is well supplied. Close to Owaka where there are a few great restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome experience

Fabulous property, location, outlook. Would recommend property to others. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

kovido M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great long weekend break

It was well set up with lovely views and nice and warm with the wood burner. The locks were a bit confusing . The teenagers enjoyed the pool and darts although the garage did get very cold in the evening. We thought from the website that there would be more indoor games available so suggest to others bring your own board/card games. Overall a good place to stay. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Angela v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for exploring

Great spot from which to be able to explore all that the Catlins has to offer and then have a cosy and homely place to return to at the end of the day to sit and enjoy the amazing view and setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022