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Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342

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.

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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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kaikōura

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.
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Kaikoura

What's nearby

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$251, 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 - KK1342?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 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).

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. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We simply loved the location and nature that surrounds you 24/7.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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

8/10 Good

Marino B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house met all our expectations and more. The view from the deck was amazing and we saw a humpback breach within the first hour of our arrival. During the rest of our stay we saw dolphins playing in the water many times.The layout of the house is interesting, with kitchen, dining and deck upstairs, as well as the kids bedroom directly off the kitchen and a double bedroom only accessible from the deck. No problem with the nice weather we had, but perhaps not great having to go through outside in the winter? House was very warm otherwise though, with a heat pump in the living room downstairs and heaters in all the bedrooms.Also appreciated the 2 tv's each with their own Chromecast (one in the dining upstairs and one in the living downstairs) and the fireplace outside.Great place for families and groups of friends to have an amazing time. The house is very private with no other houses around. Only downside of the location is the access from the road, where you have to cross the railway as well and it's hard to see traffic coming due to the corner.Would very much recommend and we'll certainly come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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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

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Hosted by Kylie

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