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Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342

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Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342 provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
3 June - 4 June

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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.

Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342

Hidden Gem is all about adventure, chill vibes and making memories. This cute, historic cottage has been freshened up but still keeps that classic bach feel. It’s got amazing views over the coastal marine reserve, and if you’re lucky, you might see dolphins playing or even a whale or two. It sleeps up to seven, so it’s great for family getaways or hanging out with friends.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 99 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

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:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Turn off all heaters and close windows

Ensure all doors and windows are locked

Return keys/lockbox as per your arrival instructions You don't need to strip beds or do a full clean, our team handles that. Just leave the place tidy and we'll take care of the rest.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 99 kg per pet)

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the area

Located in Kaikōura, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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Kaikoura

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach
    Kaikoura Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peninsula Walkway
    Peninsula Walkway
    5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Kaikoura Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    7 min drive - 5.0 km

Restaurants

  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
    6 min drive
  • Why Not Cafe
    6 min walk
  • The Whaler
    5 min walk
  • Craypot
    6 min walk
  • Coopers Catch
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342?

As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342 on 3 June 2026 start from AU$353, 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 Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kaikōura holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Peninsula Walkway and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK71342 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. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Great Kiwi Bach

Warm, amazing views, clean, all the facilities we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Uke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was smooth going, view is beautiful and its just as in the photos but just a few issues with the wifi connection and poor service. However i couldve contacted the host about the wifi issue but choose not to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views were amazing! Fantastic for seal and dolphin watching. Beautiful sunrises. Only negative for us was the access which is initially steep over the railway track. We had a bike rack on the back of a ute and had to remove it to get over the first bit. A mention in the listing about this would have been helpful. Otherwise absolutely loved our days there.
The entrance to driveway. Doesn’t really show how steep it is.
Front of bach, looking out over the sea.
Beautiful sunrise taken from balcony at the bach.
At one of the seal colonies after a short walk round the rocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D C M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025