Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
16 Kowhai Ford Road, 7371 Kaikoura, New Zealand – Great location - show map
Fun accommodation (all different) with great attention paid to detail. Friendly and helpful staff and the animals were a delight. Short drive to Kaikoura to access all the activities and there's a lively Irish pub just down the road.
United Kingdom
Wacky Stays is a tranquil retreat offering six unique, self-contained lodging options that promise an unforgettable experience. Choose from a handcrafted colonial wagon, a charming house truck, a traditional Mongolian yurt, a cozy tipi tent, a historic train carriage, or a quaint two-bedroom farmer's cottage. Each accommodation boasts a fully fenced outdoor space. The accommodations are thoughtfully furnished with meticulous attention to detail, making them the perfect setting for family adventures. Nestled within a picturesque park, Wacky Stays is dedicated to eco-friendliness and offers guests a delightful menagerie of farm animals, including: llamas, alpacas, pigs, sheep, and chickens that lay fresh eggs for breakfast. The property offers a complimentary farm tour where guests can feed the animals. The property features LED indoor lighting, solar-powered outdoor lighting, and solar panels on outdoor kitchen shelters. The House Truck is also equipped with solar-powered lights. Situated just 4 km from Kaikoura town centre. For added entertainment, the mini-animal park hosts over 80 animals; also available are Llama Trekking tours. The town centre is 4 km from the property and features an array of shops, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
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Chris
United Kingdom“Fun accommodation (all different) with great attention paid to detail. Friendly and helpful staff and the animals were a delight. Short drive to Kaikoura to access all the activities and there's a lively Irish pub just down the road.”- Sandy
New Zealand“The location was great. The quirky accommodation was amazing” 
Michael New Zealand“The fact it was out of Kaikōura was great. A 5 minute drive from the bustle of town and it felt like you were a world away :) Getting to feed the animals as well was great! They offer outdoor cooking facilities, we used the pizza oven and had a...”
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Facilities of Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding toursGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Fold-up bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Mini golfAdditional charge
- SnorkellingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Pet bowls
- Invoice provided
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Electric blankets
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- English
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 07:00
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cash
Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please advise the property of the number of children and infants staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
FAQs about Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is 2.7 miles from the centre of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours include:
- Twin/Double
- Mobile Home
- Quadruple
- Tent
- Holiday Home
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Check-in at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Mini golf
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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Yes, Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is popular with guests booking family stays.
