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Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!

Holiday home in Kaikōura

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Nestled near the marina, Kaikoura Fishing Retreat offers a peaceful haven. Enjoy an outdoor area with ceiling lights and heaters for evening gatherings and savor your catch from the huge BBQ. With ample off-street parking for boats, this retreat provides a tranquil setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$318
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

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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.

Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Its perfectly positioned a block back from the Marina Boat Ramp approx 400m and Locals Boat Ramp approx 200m. Tucked back in off the road it offers a long straight driveway for easy off street boat parking with a gate to shut away your pride and joy. Kaikoura Fishing Retreat offers an awesome outdoor area with lights and heaters setup in the ceiling for celebrating the great days fishing and a huge BBQ for cooking it!!!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age - 23

    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
    Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

    Check-out instructions

    The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
    Strip any used beds and gather used towels
    Remove personal items
    Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
    Please Wash, Dry and put dishes away in there respective places. Please leave things clean and tidy like you as a guest would like to find them
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed

    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
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    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
    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

    About the area

    Map
    Kaikoura, Canterbury

    What's nearby

    • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
    • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
    • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
    • Point Kean Seal Colony - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
    • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 15 min drive - 15.8 km

    Restaurants

    • ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬6 min drive
    • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬4 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!?

    As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! on 12 Jan 2026 start from AU$317.87, 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 Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! located?

    Located in South Bay, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Point Kean Seal Colony and Fyffe House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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    Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! Reviews

    Reviews

    Exceptional

    All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

    10

    Cleanliness

    10

    Location

    10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Istvan

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
    I will book it again, very tidy and comfortable holiday home. Thank You
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Mel S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great location!

    Very clean and comfortable stay. We loved the outdoor space and the beds!
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Paulina P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great location

    All you need in convenient location
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

    8/10 Good

    Gillian T.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    family gathering

    Lovely stay thank you
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Zane O.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Fishing and Relaxing Weekend

    Great trip at a super little batch. Had everything we needed and was in a great location. Will stay again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    bianca k.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great place

    Nice and clean
    Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Stacey M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    South bay

    Good all round stay
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Thereza V.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Amazing vacation property

    You walk into a clean, well presented property with everything you need. We thoroughly
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Carley B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great little spot

    Great location for fishing/diving/swimming. Short drive to town. Twenty minute wall to town over the track. Property has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Blair W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Kaikora south beach

    Really loved the location. Had never seen this part of Kaikora before. The sea was so calm and looked beatiful the day we arrived. Just a 2 min walk away. House was great, had everthing we needed.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Maxwell M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Southbay

    Great bach, well set up 10/10
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024