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A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit

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At A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

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

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About this property

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;

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 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

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Owaka, this cottage is by the sea. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Owaka travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A dense forest with lush green ferns and tall trees.
    Kaka Point Scenic Reserve
    25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • A waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks surrounded by lush green ferns and trees.
    Purakaunui Falls
    27 min drive - 21.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a green hill, a winding path, and rocky outcrops in the sea.
    Nugget Point Lighthouse
    44 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Catlins Lake
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kaka Point Beach
    22 min drive - 23.1 km

Restaurants

  • Catlins Cafe And Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Tahatika Coffee Traders
    7 min drive
  • LumberJack
    7 min drive
  • Kurumi Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit located?

This family-friendly Owaka cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Teapot World and Catlins Lake. Cannibal Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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