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Halfmoon Haven
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Kitchenandamp;Dinning
Lounge
Master

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Stewart Island, Oban
  • Place, Rakiura Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bunkhouse Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Observation Rock
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1st Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3rd Bedroom

3 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura

Halfmoon Haven offers all the comforts of home in a cosy, clean, fully furnished setting.

Consisting of 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan kitchen, lounge and dinning area. With central heating.

Relax and enjoy the abundance of birds - tui, kaka, and kereru from the deck. With sea views in a private surrounding.

Visit the local sights and discover the numerous walks and activities Rakiura - Stewart Island has to offer.
Special conditions:
No additional guests staying beyond those booked.
No pets allowed. No open fires. No smoking.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$125.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Oban

Oban is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rakiura National Park and Observation Rock, while Bunkhouse Theatre and Rakiura Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Stewart Island, Oban

What's nearby

  • Rakiura Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bunkhouse Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Presbyterian Church Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Observation Rock - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rakiura National Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Butcher Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪South Sea Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Snuggery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kai Kart - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Just Café (Kiwi-French Crêpery) - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura?

As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$300, 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 Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Halfmoon Haven - Rakiura located?

Situated in Oban, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bunkhouse Theatre, Rakiura Museum and Presbyterian Church Hall. Observation Rock and Rakiura National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with fabulous views. Cosy home with comfortable beds and everything anyone needs for a relaxing visit. Thanks for a lovely stay. Fantastic host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older house but very comfortable and clean we had a fantastic stay wouldn’t definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place - easy location and looking over the trees to watch the bird life was a highlight.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynaire K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely large home with comfy beds.Good communication from the host and great bird watching spot. The the best bit was the daily visits from the kaka who would sit on the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House isn‘t the newest one, but everything was clean and tidy. The kitchen was well equipped and we found everything we neededWe had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

torte l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what the listing said. Lovely communication with owner. Clean and basic. Close and easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

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

A great place to stay

Everything you needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

Everything you need

We enjoyed our stay, it is an older home but very comfortable and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John M.

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

Island holiday

Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

It was just what we needed. Thanks

Nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty S.

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

Great views Great location

Tidy, roomy nestled into the bush with great views and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

Great house, close to town airport

Great house, very clean with everything you need to have a comfortable stay,close to shops airport, great walks,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Too easy

This was an outstanding property, well located, lovely contact and support from the owner
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

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

Great place to stay

Really enjoyed out stay on Stewart Island here, thank you. Great to look over the bay, see and hear the birds around and see a Kaka up close on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marjie M.

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

Good location

Easy walking to restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynley L.

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

Very Enjoyable

Great location, clean, tidy and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese S.

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

Great location, cozy house

The house is in the perfect location with lovely views and an easy walk into town. Its cozy and comfortable with a full kitchen, great for cooking. Katrina was a great host and communicated well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve O.

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

Great Location

Handy location, short eslk to town. Everything you need in the house. Decor a little dated but lots of interesting curios, books ouzzkes and games.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzi P.

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

Spacious with good views

We enjoyed our stay and appreciated this spacious, well appointed home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha L.

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

Wonderful Weekend, Great Location

The property was perfect for our large group of 8 adults. The location was extremely convenient and the views were awesome! The communication with the host was easy. We’d definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree B.

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

Awesome spot

Kaka and Keruru in abundance .. comfy beds and all the gear and appliances you need. Perfect stay in a stunning location Great communication with the owner too
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Great Property

Fabulous location …very central…easy communication with our host Katrina ..large dwelling …very warm and comfortable…would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

Rakiura

Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brett W.

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

Peaceful and comfortable stay at Halfmoon Haven

Three nights stay in this comfortable older home. Just loved sitting outside and watching the beautiful wood pigeons and tui a few meters away in the trees. A short walk into the small and very friendly town of Oban. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

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

Fabulous location

Had everything we needed. Great bird life. Would recommend..
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by KatrinaSe5

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What makes this property unique

Central heating.
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