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Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kaikoura, Canterbury
  • Kaikoura Museum
    9 min drive
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    10 min drive
  • Koura Bay Lodge
    3 min drive
  • Kaikoura (KBZ)
    15 min drive

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Exterior

Cosy retreat with spectacular mountain views, central to Kaikoura's attractions

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is €535
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Cosy retreat with spectacular mountain views, central to Kaikoura's attractions

About this property

Entire place

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

Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House

Wake up with a Kanuka Terrace Breakfast Hamper to prepare yourself a delicious breakfast on your first morning. Located 10 km north from the Kaikoura township, this architecturally designed luxury house has been built in a peaceful rural environment, surrounded by native kanuka trees with impressive mountain views.

In less than 5 minutes driving, you can find yourself at the best surf spots in Kaikoura or bike ride to a well maintained track that follows the Hapuku river to the ocean (20 min) and continues to Mount Fyffe (1h) (there is a possibility to hire bikes directly with us - on request). In the heat of summer, if you feel like having a refreshing swim, take a 10 minute walk to the Hapuku river swimming hole.

Perfect for families, children, friends and functions, up to 7 guests can sleep comfortably. Let’s discover our two large bedrooms and a modern bathroom upstairs, as well as a master bedroom with en-suite downstairs. An additional single bedroom is perfect for a child. There is the possibility to add an extra single mattress to host 8 guests (on request). A calm and restful sleep is guaranteed in our comfortable beds with linen bedding.

Treat yourself during your stay and ask our experienced chef to set the table and cook an amazing dinner for you. (details on request and according to availability)
If you wish to make this experience truly unforgettable, enjoy a helicopter flight from our paddock to the top of Mount Fyffe in luxury with a homemade hamper for a romantic occasion.

Kanuka Terrace, the perfect place to create unique memories.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Kaikoura Beach. You'll find features like free breakfast. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • 9 minutes by car from Kaikoura Museum and 10 minutes from Kaikoura District Museum
Free breakfast is available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.
Guests are served free breakfast.

Property manager

Hamish King

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Soundproofing
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80
Note from host: Events allowed on request
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kaikoura holiday
We enjoyed our 4 days in Kanuka Terrace. The space was appreciated by all and the facilities great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous rural escape
Lovely property, in gorgeous rural location. Beautifully appointed with everything we needed to relax with friends. Fantastic base for the whale run.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Set below the snow capped mountains, birds and sheep to watch with a cuppa, the warmth of the straw bale home, this home is a awesome base for a kaikoura stay. Be sure to ask Hamish to cook you a smoked lamb shank dinner and a fish curry…beautiful food. We hiked the headland and the beach with the seals, did a whale watch tour, drove to hamner springs, highly recommend this lovely stay, the double day bed is the best seat in the house. Thank you for sharing your house built with such passion Hamish.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy weekend
We loved our stay in this beautiful eco house. The bath with a view was a special treat. The reading nook was also wonderful. So peaceful and relaxing with wonderful views of the snow capped Kaikoura Range.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting and a comfortable stay.
It was the perfect place to reconnect with our friends from the north. Beautiful setting with views of the mountains. The property had everything we needed for a warm and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed…
A lovely relaxing stay for all ages and our pet dog. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful stay
A gorgeous property that made our holiday so special. It was more than enough room for our 2 families to come together, and enjoy hanging out in the sun drenched comfortable lounge and cool together in the well equipped and laid out kitchen, and dine together. The house is finished in high quality furnishings and so beautifully considered. The beds were a dream! The views from the house up over the mountains felt like a fairy tale. I couldn’t recommend this place more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Kaikoura stay too date
Absolute pleasure. Great house and amenities.. Information booklet takes you through EVERYTHING you should know to enjoy the stay. Calm and amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property in a wonderful location
The house is in a beautiful location, thoughtfully designed, homely and well equipped. We couldn’t have asked for a more lovely spot to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property
Loved staying in this wonderful house. Relaxing surroundings and spacious indoor outdoor living made our stay very peaceful and refreshing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable beauty and comfort
This was an unbelievable property with beauty and comfort. We lovingly called it the farm, as fresh eggs were left for us, fire wood was available to burn in a heated fireplace, a beautiful kitchen, and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Remy A., Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic
This house was absolutely gorgeous and incredibly comfortable. I wish I could live here actually 🤣. We didn't want to leave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

peter and denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family togetherness
Place big and spacious. Beautiful kitchen and equipment Room to play
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022