10/10 Excellent
Linda
24 Feb 2019
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Linda
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura
3.5 star property
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Located close to Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum, Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a golf course and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/games room.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 685 sq m
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
The current price is RM1,002
RM1,002
RM1,548 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura
This smoke-free holiday home features a golf course, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a fridge in a common area, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a Select Comfort bed. A kitchen with a fridge and a microwave are available, and added amenities include a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and a washer/dryer. Housekeeping is not available.
This holiday home offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves and espresso makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
Guests can play rounds at the 9-hole golf course.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
- Black sand beach nearby
- Beach towels
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Ski area nearby
- Ski equipment rentals nearby
- Ski lessons nearby
- Ski lifts nearby
- Ski runs nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free uncovered self parking on site
- RV/bus/lorry parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
- Baby toys
- Children's games
- Children's toys
- Fireplace gate
- Stair gate
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Water dispenser
Dining
- Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
- 1 private bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace in lobby
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Flat-screen TV
- Games
- TV in common areas
Outdoor areas
- Free firewood
- Fully-fenced
- Garden
- Gas grill
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Telescope
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundry detergent
- Laundry facilities
- Washer/dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Service animals only (pets not 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.
- Handrails in stairways
- No lift
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of towels on request
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Guidebooks
- Iron/ironing board
- Local maps
- No housekeeping service
- Proposal/romance packages
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near the bay
- Near the boardwalk/promenade
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- 9-hole golf course
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle rentals
- Golf carts
- Helicopter/aeroplane tours
- Table tennis
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Spelunking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Window guards
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 2 floors
- 3 units
- Bicycle rentals
- Built in 1980
- Garden
- Towels (changed on request)
- Traditional architecture
- Water dispenser usage encouraged
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you, key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 40.0 per day
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: NZD 50 per stay
- Breakage deposit: NZD 50 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
Artists Retreat House Hapuku
Artists Retreat
Cubby House Stay Kaikoura
Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura Hapuku
Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura Private vacation home
Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura Private vacation home Hapuku
About the area
Located in Hapuku, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony. Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, horse riding and mountain climbing. Visit our Hapuku travel guide
View more Holiday homes in Hapuku
593 Kincaid Rd, Hapuku, Canterbury, 7371
What's nearby
Kaikoura Beach4 min drive - 6.5 km
Peninsula Walkway13 min drive - 14.0 km- Kaikoura Museum8 min drive - 10.5 km
- Kaikoura District Museum8 min drive - 10.5 km
- Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park10 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC)143 min drive
Restaurants
- The Whaler8 min drive
- Kaikoura Seafood BBQ14 min drive
- Why Not Cafe8 min drive
- King Tide Eatery9 min drive
- Tipsy Foodie's7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura on 15 Mar 2026 start from RM1,002, excluding 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 Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura located?
Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and spacious. The views are truly exceptional, both of mountains and sea. Our host was extremely friendly and gave us plenty of useful information. She also has stocked the house with plenty of food to make your stay even more comfortable! Thank you very much, would recommend for anyone visiting the kaikoura area!
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Apr 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to the lovely hosts who made a huge effort to ensure we enjoyed our stay. We met all the animals and enjoyed our relaxing night at the quirky house.
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019