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1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior
Travelers find unique stays at Wacky Stays train carriage, Kaikoura Flat. Enjoy exclusive animal feeding tours and a deck with stunning Kaikoura mountain views. Guests love the fully-equipped kitchen, open-plan living area, and garden just steps away.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$432
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

About the area

Located in Kaikoura Flat, a neighbourhood in Kaikōura, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kaikoura Township, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Indian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura

Bed & breakfast located in Kaikoura Flat
1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and smoke-free property
  • A video library and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura boast comforts such as free WiFi and kitchen islands.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and composting
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchenettes

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Video library

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Frequently asked questions

Is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura pet-friendly?

Yes, 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura on 16 Sept 2025 start from AU$432.28, 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.

What time is check-in at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura located?

Located in Kaikoura Flat, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park. Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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