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K'orca Cottage by the sea

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden table and benches, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and mountains during sunset.
A kitchen with a stove, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a television in the living area.
A gravel area with a metal fence, a bench, and some landscaping.
A view through a door of a deck with a white picket fence, a dog lying on the deck, and a body of water with mountains in the background.
A living room with a TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kaikoura District, Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Queen 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

K'orca Cottage by the sea

Cute cottage by the sea - ocean front property, located in South Bay, Kaikoura. Spacious living/dining areas with amazing views of sea and mountains. Has a great covered deck.
Close to numerous walking tracks including the start of the stunning Peninsular walk. Kaikoura Golf Couse - 5 mins away by car.
Walk across to safe swimming beach or scuba dive off beach. Great place to bike around. Walking distance to South Bay domain. Childrens playground one house away on same side of road.
5 min drive to restaurants/pubs or walk 20 mins into Kaikoura township. Or use the Taxi service.
Walking distance to boat ramps/ Whale Watch Marina.
Relax and enjoy watching Dolphin Encounter and Whale Watch boats heading out to sea.
You may be lucky and see the Dolphins swimming out in the bay from the deck, numerous times of the year.
Fully fenced property with gate. Free Wifi/Sky TV. Fish cleaning bench outside around back. 3 Kayaks and life jackets available for use.
Special conditions:
Smoking only permitted outside

Extras: Cleaning -NZ$95.00 per stay (all linen provided)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No cots provided but do have a highchair if req.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smokers can smoke outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
We will take care of the recycling and the rubbish.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20045226
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kaikōura

Located on the beach, this cottage is in South Bay, a neighbourhood in Kaikōura. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Kaikoura District, Kaikoura

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 17 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 20 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craypot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is K'orca Cottage by the sea pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at K'orca Cottage by the sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at K'orca Cottage by the sea?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at K'orca Cottage by the sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is K'orca Cottage by the sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Bay cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Golf Club and Peninsula Walkway. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Gail Lineton

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We are a family of 4, that have enjoyed Kaikoura all our lives with parents also now retired in Kaikoura.
We purchased this lovely cottage in Feb 2018 and are adding extras every time we are using the cottage ourselves. So it's only going to get better and better.
The location is wonderful and the views are just outstanding. We hope you all enjoy this special place Kaikoura is.

Why they chose this property

The views, home comforts, great covered deck for relaxing and just soaking it all up.
The bay is also brilliant for kayaking. I have even kayaked amongst a pod of dolphins right in front of the cottage.

What makes this property unique

Stunning views of the sea and mountains. Beach across the road. Kayaks provided free. Close to Popular Peninsular walk, Golf Course, Boat Ramps, Marina.

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