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Unique Cottage close to the town centre.

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Exterior
Deer on the back lawn
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Stewart Island, Stewart Island
  • Place, Bunkhouse Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rakiura Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Observation Rock
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Unique Cottage close to the town centre.

Oban Lodge is an historic fully self-contained cosy cottage which has been upgraded and refurbished, it adjoins native bush where birdlife is plentiful and wild deer are often seen on the property.
The cottage itself provides a warm and comfortable atmosphere, while being approximately 7 minutes walk to the center of Oban Township. Including the beach, store, restaurant, bar and visitor info to mention but a few.
Consisting of 3 bedrooms including 2 queen and 1 single beds all with electric blankets fitted, Heat Pump, fridge freezer, electric oven, microwave, Free WIFI, 43 inch Smart TV, radio, and shower over chubb.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oban

Located in Oban, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rakiura National Park and Observation Rock, while Bunkhouse Theatre and Rakiura Museum are cultural highlights. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Stewart Island, Stewart Island

What's nearby

  • Bunkhouse Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rakiura Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Presbyterian Church Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Observation Rock - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rakiura National Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Butcher Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kai Kart - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪South Sea Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Snuggery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fin & Feather - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Cottage close to the town centre. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Cottage close to the town centre.?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Cottage close to the town centre. on 2 May 2026 start from £133, 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 Unique Cottage close to the town centre.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Cottage close to the town centre.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Cottage close to the town centre.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Unique Cottage close to the town centre. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bunkhouse Theatre, Rakiura Museum and Presbyterian Church Hall. Observation Rock is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

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. 128 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for our family! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thanks for your rewiew, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. Best Regards from Tony
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this cottage! It's located in a convenient part of town on a quiet street. The host was very responsive and allowed us to leave our bags at the cottage before and after check in which was a huge help. The place was clean and comfortable, definitely a must-stay if you visit Stewart Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean cottage. Cosy and all amenities we required. Close to town and walking tracks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2026
Many thanks, its nice to hear you enjoyed your stay. From Tony
Verified

8/10 Good

Carina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is exactly that but it has all you need.Good distance from town centre. Nice and quiet.Well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott and Roxanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bit of a walk to town but doable. Otherwise had a lovely experiece. Everthing perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Many thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the place, it was very special being able to look out over a mature native forest, watch and hear a magnificent array of native birds. We all loved it and would book again if we had the chance.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, comfortable bach in a perfect location near town. There was only two of us but would comfortably fit a family or a couple of couples. Clean and tidy. Great sized bathroom. Only thing it needed was some outside furniture for the back deck and some books / board games for rainy days. Recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great that it included dish soap, some coffee, paper towels, etc. The only disappointment was the low flow of hot water in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

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

Great place to stay

A lovely place to stay - spotlessly clean, comfortable bed, lovely and quiet with good views of the trees from the balcony and a short walk to the shop, pub, cafe and ferry.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Amazing place to stay

Amazing place to stay. Comfortable, clean, tidy and had all the amenities needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan H.

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

Lovely Cottage

We loved the cottage, comfortable clean, warm and had all we needed. Beautiful location, plenty to do, weather was magnificent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Many thanks it was great to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

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

Cosy cottage

Cosy comfortable cottage. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2025
Many thanks it was great to read you enjoyed your stay. Best regards from Tony
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devan B.

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

Great place!

Perfect place for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2021
Thanks for choosing to stay at Oban Lodge, it was great to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda T.

Spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Beds very comfortable.

Great location and very handy to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks for your review we are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Oban Lodge.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Great

Great stay neat location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

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

Cute warm cottage

Loved our stay. All the amenities covered for a comfortable 4 nights. Gorgeous view over native bush. Super easy check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Great Stay in Oban

Cute, tidy, comfortable house with great access to the Stewart Island amenities. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana S.

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

Wonderful little cottage, very cozy

This was a perfect little place for our work trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mies D.

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

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage, very clean and comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Faye W.

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

Stewart Island Stay

Great little cottage short walk into town had everything we needed nice cosy space. The water pressure was very slow & beds a bit hard but overall a great home base for exploring the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Convenient and functional house. Comfortable stay.

Great place to stay in Oban. Easy to walk to village and waterfront. Clean and everything we needed was provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

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

Rakiura Cottage

A comfortable wee cottage within good walking distance to most amenities in and around Oban.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Great cottage for an island stay

What a lovely wee place to stay! It was super clean and well set up with everything you need and really comfy beds. Thanks for having us, we’ll be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val R.

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

Great place

Absolutely perfect, Thank You,
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by TonyB891

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I am based between Stewart Island and Invercargill, I am keen on the outdoors including fishing, snorkeling and walking. I like meeting people, I own a number of accommodation properties in Southland.

Why they chose this property

I am passionate about Stewart Island, including its natural beauty and relaxed lifestyle .

What makes this property unique

Wild deer are fequently seen on the property.
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