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The Little Black House

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A cozy seating area with a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a green landscape.
A modern black building with large windows, surrounded by a field and mountains in the background.
A wooden deck with a view of snow-capped mountains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Little Black House

Situated 8km north of Kaikoura on a rural block of land close to the Hapuku river bike trails and local surf breaks.

It’s a small house with luxury fittings. Enjoy the view out to sea and over Kaikoura from the comfort of your bed....or lay on the sofa and open the windows to watch the Bellbirds and Tuis feeding from the trees surrounding the house.

The house has two raised mezzanine floors - with a King Single on one, and a Queen bed on the other. The living room has a sofa that can be utilised as a further single bed if required, and a cot is avaliable on request. Please note, the mezzanine floors are accessed via a steep staircase.

We would love to host you in our contemporary designed little black house. Please come stay and forget about your worries with us.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Animals to have their own sleeping set up.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be mindful that stock (horse/sheep) may be on site and you are responsible for ensuring any pets are controlled.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9773778
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hapuku

Hapuku is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights.
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Hapuku, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm - 6 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Ohau Point Lookout - 14 min drive - 23.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Groper Garage - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zephyr - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Black House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Little Black House?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Black House on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$283, including 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 much is parking at The Little Black House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little Black House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Black House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Black House located?

Situated in Hapuku, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique and interesting place to stay. We enjoyed it a great deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning location, warm home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house was spotless and very comfortable!! I think the big surprise was that you have to go outside to get to the bathroom. The shower and fixtures are great and it is warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2026
Hi John, I’m sorry that you considered this to be outside as it has 3 walls and a roof around the area that is considered outside. It is open on one side yes, but it is extremely sheltered and as I said surrounded by the building with a fully roof area over it it s merely 4 steps to the bathroom which is fully enclosed with a heated floor etc. We work hard to offer a luxurious experience and we appreciate all feedback. Thanks for staying with us hopefully we will see you again one day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really nice

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Country Idyll close to Kaikoura

The Little Black House, in a beautiful rural settling, is only minutes from Kaikoura town. Modern, contemporary interior underfloor heating, amid thoughtful landscaping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thanks Linda we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Happy to host you anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect bach!

Lovely spot to spend a few days in the Kaikoura region. Perfectly appointed with everything we needed. Thanks for being such a great host, Tom. We’ll return as soon as the wind blows us back across the Tasman!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2024
Hi Rebecca, just letting you know my name is Hamish 😅…. Not Tom but thanks for staying and your kind review. 😊. Travel safe and be nice to see you all again one day.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfy and nice small touches

The Tiny house is very new and clean and tidy. Nice bedding, well equipped kitchen. The loft really is quite low and the ladder is quite steep. The bathroom is outside. Very close to Kaikoura town and walking tracks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thanks for your review can I add that the access to the bathroom is via the covered porch area which is about 2.5 meters wide it is completely dry and almost like another room inside a house. You do have to walk through the front door which brings you to the covered porch area and take about 5 steps in the covered porch area to reach the bathroom all of which is completely achievable while staying completely covered by the roof. It’s kind of outside but not really. The bathroom has quality fittings etc and offers a nice experience once reached. The space in the loft is low yet comfortable remember this is a tiny house. It’s a hunched walk or a crawl to the bed. The ladder has great safety rails and is reasonably easy to use with a little coordination. I’m unsure why this is being brought up as it is exactly as it is in the pictures.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice!

Really quaint building Stairs up to both beds but like climbing a bunk bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Thanks for staying and thanks for your review, we appreciate your feedback. Please note the photos clearly show the stairs as they are in real life, it is a tiny house also and hopefully the stairs were expected as part of the experience. Kind regards Hamish
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT Little Black House

The Little Black House will not disappoint any new visitor. The house is incredibly well equipped with all the amenities for a relaxing, and chilled break away. The interior is of a very high spec and the soft furnishings are beautiful. The bathroom facilities were more than ideal, and the shower was lush. The mountain views one side and sea views on the other are a lovely contrast to the eye. I'll definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2024
Hi Paula, I’m happy you enjoyed your stay with us and everything was to your liking. It’s rewarding to hear such great feedback, it makes all the hard work seem worthwhile. Safe travels and hopefully we see you again sometime. Kind regards Hamish
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location, comfortable accommodation

We were very late checking in because of a delayed ferry sailing but Hamish was so accommodating and helpful, we couldn't have asked for more. The location is peaceful with incredible views towards the sea and the mountains, and a beautiful night sky. Wish we could have stayed longer - we will go back. My only precaution is for people who have mobility issues as getting to the bedrooms involves climbing a ladder and the ceiling in the bedrooms is low. But it worked well for three mobile adults - just depends on what you are up for.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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