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8.5

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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

16 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371, New Zealand

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+1 (888) 385-8465

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Snorkeling

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

Wacky Stays offers a quirky farm-stay glamping option in Kaikoura, New Zealand. This 2-star property sits from the city center, at 16 Kowhai Ford Road. With reviews, guests can gauge what to expect from a stay that embraces a playful, offbeat vibe.

Featured amenities include free wifi, private on-site parking, and air conditioning, plus a sun deck, private entrance, and garden or mountain views. The setup covers practical needs too, with a kitchen and kitchenware, non-smoking rooms, soundproofing, and options for barbecues, patios, and balconies. Pet-friendly (extra charges) and snorkeling (free) add some extra flavor, while golf (extra charges) offers a chance to swing nearby.

Minimum price starts from . The property carries a 2-star rating and has reviews. Located at 16 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand, it sits about from the city center. Ready for a quirky stop that blends farm-stay charm with glamping comfort near Kaikoura?

Beyond the main draw, a playful menu of lodging options awaits. The lineup includes the Tipi Teepee and Teepee tents, the King/Twin Room, the Train Carriage, a Yurt, and a Cottage in a 2 Bedroom layout. Each option brings its own character, inviting couples, families, or small groups to pick a vibe—rustic glamping, quirky mobility, or a cozy homey feel.

Pets are welcome with potential charges, adding a homey touch for four-legged travelers. Free snorkeling adds a splash of sea-adventure, while nearby golf offers a swing with extra charges. Practical comforts keep things easy: kitchens and kitchenware for self-catering, non-smoking rooms, soundproofing, private on-site parking, and options for barbecues, patios, and balconies.

Designed for explorers who want a different pace, this Kaikoura stay pairs playful accommodations with straightforward practicality, letting guests set the pace from dawn through starlit evenings.

Closest airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

4.1mi

Woodbourne Airport

61.1mi

Most popular amenities

Snorkeling

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Garden

View

Balcony

Soundproof

Free toiletries

Barbecue

Rooms

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Room

Private Bathroom

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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The Colonial Wagon, farm-stay accommodations with stained wood walls and a canvas roof insulated with sheep’s wool. It includes air-conditioning and heat-pump, basic cooking facilities and a lounge seating area.

There is a TV with Blu-ray player for entertainment. Bathrobes are provided. An outdoor kitchen shelter includes a pizza oven, gas barbecue, self-catering facilities and outdoor furniture. Located inside the wagon, the bathroom includes a private toilet and shower.

A 'Wagon Sleep-out' companion building provides two additional bunk beds. Sleep-out guests share the facilities of the wagon.

Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Private Bathroom

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This restored farmers cottage, farm-stay accommodations with air conditioning and heat-pump unit. It includes a fully equipped kitchen, a wood burner fireplace and a separate shower and toilet. There is parking for 3 cars and a boat. The lounge area offers two leather sofas, flat screen TV with satellite channels and a Blu-Ray player. The cottage is surrounded by a large spacious garden with an outdoor gas barbecue and seating.

Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.

The bedrooms have additional electric radiator heating. A heat exchange system brings warm filtered air from the roof into the cottage rooms.

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Room, 2 Bedrooms

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This fully restored 1889 train carriage, farm-stay accommodations with a double master bedroom, and a second bedroom with 2 bunk beds. The small on-board bathroom includes an antique toilet, basin and shower. It offers ornate wooden paneling paneling throughout, an outdoor deck and an open-plan living room and kitchen with TV and DVD player.

Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.

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8.5

249 reviews

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Points of Interest Around Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

Airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

4.1mi

Woodbourne Airport

61.1mi

Amenities of Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

Snorkeling

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Garden

View

Balcony

Soundproof

Free toiletries

Barbecue

Stay rules - Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property