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A warm, cosy home perfect for your Catlins visit
Family-friendly cottage in Owaka
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9.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
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The Catlins, Owaka
- Place, Catlins Lake15 min walk
- Place, Teapot World4 min drive
- Place, Nugget Point Lighthouse41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
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;
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;
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Owaka
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 mountain biking and hiking nearby.

The Catlins, Owaka
What's nearby
- Catlins Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Teapot World - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
- Purakaunui Falls - 24 min drive - 20.9 km
- Nugget Point Lighthouse - 41 min drive - 27.7 km
- Curio Bay Petrified Forest - 53 min drive - 89.9 km
Restaurants
- LumberJack - 7 min drive
- Catlins Cafe And Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Kūkū Coffee - 7 min drive
- Tahatika Coffee Traders - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by HilaryMc9
Passionate about the Catlins, caring hosts.
Why they chose this property
Amazing views, woodburner and heatpump. Close to anything you wish to do in the Catlins.
What makes this property unique
Good sized section
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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