10/10 Excellent
Tai S.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter get away
Tai S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Cabin
Highlands on Homestead -Tranquil rural property only minutes from town
Cabin in Oamaru with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 440 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Weston, Ardgowan
- Steampunk HQ8 min drive
- Oamaru Harbour9 min drive
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony12 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Queen Suite
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Highlands on Homestead -Tranquil rural property only minutes from town
Spacious comfortable and tasteful modern unit with privacy, a delightful garden and decks facing the sun. The cabin is equipped with microwave, stove top, toaster and kettle to prepare a simple meal. Outdoor seating is available. A detached 2nd cabin with queen bed available (see photo in listing) fees apply (Please let me know if the 2nd room is required) Come say hello to our beautiful Highland cows and alpacas. Enjoy a walk through our extensive gardens or sit and relax next to our running stream. Your well behaved, house trained pup is also welcome to stay. Only 7km from the Blue Penguin Colony, Steampunk HQ and Victorian Precinct. A2O cyclist very welcome.
Property manager
Jenny Ellis
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children need to supervised at all times
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
House trained, well behaved and supervised
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Oamaru
Located in Weston, a neighbourhood in Oamaru, this cabin is in a rural area. Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and NZ Malt Whisky Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steam Train. Totara Estate and Totara Estate are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Weston, Ardgowan
What's nearby
- Oamaru Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Steampunk HQ - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
- Oamaru Harbour - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
Restaurants
- Galleon Complex - 6 min drive
- Indian Kitchen Restaurant
- Harbour St Bakery - 7 min drive
- McDonald's
- Kfc - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dave E., 21445148
19 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Country Stay
Dave E.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura R.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen G.
7 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location in lovely surroundings
Helen G.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cindy G.
7 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View
Cindy G.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty C.
18 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful country retreat
Kirsty C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mindi P., McKinney, Texas USA
18 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation in idyllic farm setting
Mindi P.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jill G.
31 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!!
Jill G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte B.
7 May 2025
Charlotte B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marc S.
19 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation
Marc S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deepthi
6 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Deepthi
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andy J.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel H.
9 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!
Joel H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
John Ashley J.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
John Ashley J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shelby
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shelby
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pat
8 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
sue b.
2 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay for the shaggy cows
sue b.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Roseanne G.
2 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem in the whitestone of Oamaru
Roseanne G.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
paul a.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Complete home for a long stay
paul a.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra B.
11 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great start to holiday
Sandra B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amber A.
29 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amber A.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan H., Rangiora
20 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Place to Have a Rest
Susan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kylee
18 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kylee
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Meg H.
16 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great farm stay that we all enjoyed.
Meg H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jenny Ellis
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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