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Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura

3.5 star property
Family-friendly holiday home with golf course and free breakfast

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 685 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is S$482
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

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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

Family-friendly holiday home with golf course and free breakfast
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.

Languages

English

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
  • 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

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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 horse riding, cave exploring and mountain biking.
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Map
593 Kincaid Rd, Hapuku, Canterbury, 7371

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Fyffe House - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬8 min drive
  • King Tide Eatery
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬8 min drive
  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬8 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 14 Aug, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura on 22 Aug, 2025 start from S$482.43, 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 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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Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Special olace

Amazing experience. Even if we weren’t doing anything else in Kaikoura just staying here would have been worth the trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019