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K'orca Cottage by the sea

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Pool
On the beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books, stereo
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Kaikoura District, Kaikoura
  • Popular LocationKaikoura Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFyffe House6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Walkway8 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)112 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Kaikoura encompasses all the beauty of New Zealand - rolling green hills, gorgeous farmland, beautiful beaches and snow-...
Nancy I.
Jul 18, 2019

About this property

Entire place

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

K'orca Cottage by the sea

Cute cottage by the sea - ocean front property, located in South Bay, Kaikoura. Spacious living/dining areas with amazing views of sea and mountains. Has a great covered deck.
Close to numerous walking tracks including the start of the stunning Peninsular walk. Kaikoura Golf Couse - 5 mins away by car.
Walk across to safe swimming beach or scuba dive off beach. Great place to bike around. Walking distance to South Bay domain. Childrens playground one house away on same side of road.
5 min drive to restaurants/pubs or walk 20 mins into Kaikoura township. Or use the Taxi service.
Walking distance to boat ramps/ Whale Watch Marina.
Relax and enjoy watching Dolphin Encounter and Whale Watch boats heading out to sea.
You may be lucky and see the Dolphins swimming out in the bay from the deck, numerous times of the year.
Fully fenced property with gate. Free Wifi/Sky TV. Fish cleaning bench outside around back. 3 Kayaks and life jackets available for use.
Special conditions:
Smoking only permitted outside

Extras: Cleaning -NZ$95.00 per stay (all linen provided)

Property manager

Gail Lineton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smokers can smoke outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Up to 2 dogs. Must clean up after dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: However we do not provide cots or high chairs.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Kaikoura

Located on the beach, this cottage is in South Bay, a neighborhood in Kaikoura. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kaikoura Golf Club and Peninsula Walkway. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive
  • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive
  • Fyffe House - 6 min drive
  • Peninsula Walkway - 8 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cods & Crayfish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Inn Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Craypot - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is K'orca Cottage by the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at K'orca Cottage by the sea?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at K'orca Cottage by the sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is K'orca Cottage by the sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Bay cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura Beach, and Kaikoura Golf Club. Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Everything you could ever want is here :) It was all so neat and tidy. It is a lovely, quiet location. To open up the curtains in the morning to the ocean and the Southern Alps is just breathtaking, not to mention seeing dolphins in the bay as well. It was a shame to have to go home and we would definitely want to stay here should we ever be down that way again. An absolutely amazing place to stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best spot in Kaikoura
What a beautiful spot, we loved watching the whales and dolphins from the deck and even from the couch! House was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. We loved being on the quiet side of Kaikoura with the peninsula walk a few minutes away. Gail was very accomodating and only a phone call away. Fantastic 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Have booked again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything they said it was
Staff of mine spent three days in Kaikoura working and came home raving about how good the accommodation had been. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A million dollar view.
This property has everything. The views are fantastic. There are books to read, furniture is comfortable. Beds are comfortable. So clean. You can sit, rest and day dream while looking at those gorgeous views, go for a stroll down main street or do one or more of the activities available to you. The seafood in this area is excellent. I would come back here in a heartbeat. The owner of the house was a phone call away and was very helpful. I can't say enough about this place. Thank you Gail.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Our stay was great, this little piece of paradise was perfect for our three night stay ... good location for fishing, walks and close to town for shopping and meals ,Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Fabulous million dollar views Lovely cottage with all the faves - such a comfy bed, quiet dark bedroom, couch and chairs that almost hug you - perfect for a sneaky afternoon siesta which is a must if you can tear yourself away from the views Wonderful host, great communication I will definitely be back thank you for sharing your special place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
Loved our time there, we will be back with the boat
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic mountain and bay views
A very comfortable well equipped cottage, with million dollar views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect wee spot
This is a really lovely wee bach in prime positioning in South Bay. The hosts were very attentive leading up to and the day we arrived to ensure we had all the information we needed. Not often you find a place that you can bring the dog along too so were very grateful to have a well fenced section and have the freedom to leave the dog there if we needed to. We would very happily stay again, thanks :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynette & Graeme S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views
Loved staying at K Orca cottage. Very relaxing with wonderful views. Watched dolphins playing from the lounge windows and did a lot of walking. Plenty to do in the area or just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of South Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kieran M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet location.
We were super happy with the property and the location. Amazing views of the bay and mountains. The Bach has everything you need for a comfy stay. It’s a lovely walk through the reserve to get into town, or a quick drive has you there in a few minutes. Really couldn’t fault our stay. Kaikoura is a beautiful town and everyone there was super friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comment
Excellent accommodation & location. Overall great holiday
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful vistas.
We chose very well when selecting this bach. The views from the porches and the living room are gorgeous - it was worth coming to spend time relaxing there. And very comfortable armchairs and settee to do our gazing from. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just great!
Everything you need for a home away from home, we would happily stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Maree R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Great place to stay, very comfortable, and stunning evening views just on dusk. A real gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
south Bay top spot
Good clean comfy house in stunning location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Warm house with great view, Thanks for sharing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check out that view!
The views from the deck and lounge are to die for. A tidy and cozy bach style house. A nice quiet place to enjoy Kaikoura from, with the water almost at your doorstep. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot and Lovely Cottage
Kaikoura encompasses all the beauty of New Zealand - rolling green hills, gorgeous farmland, beautiful beaches and snow-capped mountains. This cottage was the perfect spot to enjoy it. Clean, great views, great location, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, lots of extra touches - soft sheets and pillowcases, heat lamp in shower room, blankets for staying warm on the spacious deck. You can tell this is a home as well as a rental property. We were so comfortable and relaxed staying here. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anke K.

Marvelous time!
We loved our stay from the first to last minute. The bach has everything you need, it´s very clean and we were greated with lovely flowers. The views are amazing, we even saw dolphins in the distance from the deck. Great walking to the seal colony and having kayaks to use and lifewests in different sizes was fantastic. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019