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Wacky Stays

2.5 star property

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Children's play area - outdoor
Tipi / Teepee | Garden view
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | View from room
Train Carriage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

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12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Farmers Cottage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Farmers Cottage

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Tipi / Teepee | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Tipi / Teepee

  • 75 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

  • 129 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Train Carriage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Train Carriage

  • 279 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Yurt / Mongolian Ger | View from room

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

  • 75 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

  • 96 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Wacky Stays Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 75 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Gypsy truck, I liked the novelty of it. It was cute and quirky. The host was super helpful, and talked us through the features on arrival. Surprisingly, the shower was excellent. Doesn't appear that way on first impression, however perfect temperature, and lots of pressure. One suggestion would be a step or the like, if you are short, to get up into the loft bed. We even saw baby ducks that were extremely friendly and came right up to us
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stays however was overwhelmed by the rules on staying at the property the book lists was over the top and felt unwelcoming especially if you stay a minute over 10am checkout time they charge $20 per hour, the kitchen was good however not really clean the pots and pans need upgrading the owner was not friendly so made us uncomfortable on arrival. Maybe kids would like it with all the animals around the dogs were the best part so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay for a night “glamping” in Kaikoura. Family friendly. Loved the Llama trekking taster walk & feeding the farm animals. Very memorable and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location a few KMs from Kaikoura. We wanted quiet and we got it. Set in lovely ground kept by the family it was simply lovely. The farm cottage is old but that is part of the experience the floors are uneven some doors you have bend a little to get in. This simply reflects the different eras in which additions or repairs where done. this cottage can sleep around 8 people comfortably (I am allowing for the couch as well). Great water pressure, big lawn for the kids or maybe you could bring the caravan for a fee and park up with the rest of the family the outdoor space is wonderful. The stove worked perfectly, outdoor BBQ and Pizza oven, things for the kids to do including long necked sheep sorry Llama's or similar. The person welcoming us was excellent Kevin (owner) gave us a good rundown. I really enjoyed this site while it is not new it is definitely comfortable and great for a family or group of friends
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quirky which is what you expect when booking at a place called Waky Stays. Accommodation was clean and neat, but do be prepared to live among the animals. We stayed in the Tipi and it was raining but everything stayed dry and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully constructed wagon with old-fashioned features and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynda, Christchurch

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the tepee - lots of thoughtful touches including fresh eggs for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fun family stay in Kaikoura.
Three adults and two boy's (11 and 6) spent two nights in the farm cottage at Wacky Stays. Really enjoyed our stay, the boy's especially the youngest couldn't get enough of feeding and seeing the animals, and both of them made full use of the ride on pedal tractor, heaps of room for them to run around too. Wacky Stays very obliging and friendly, look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Gabrielle, Christchurch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the farm cottage which was very clean and tidy. The heat pump warmed up the house very well and all the rooms were presented nicely. The kids loved feeding the animals in the morning and the staff were very friendly. We had all the privacy we wanted and the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Christchurch, NZ

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming Kiwi experience. Warm reception with thorough tour, comfortable and cute (we were in the farm house), and we very much enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Teepee was very comfortable and cozy . We enjoyed our glamping experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked wacky stays as a quirky one night stop for myself and family. The place met and exceeded my expectations... it was Amazing! The staff were lovely and all the different stays had us really excited about returning and staying in one of their other stays. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay! The attention to detail of the property was outstanding - the lights, the cool qwerks, everything was superb. The view was great and the lamas just over the fence were no problem at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020