Title: South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=115019049&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven Holiday home in Kaikōura with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven ![TV, stereo - South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/92535e27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/8985d9b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, stereo - South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/388f2e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/561f6d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/fe20a9f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning £212 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven Take in the stunning views of South Bay and the Kaikoura mountain range from the upstairs bar/lounge. This property is just 100m from the boat ramp with plenty of parking for cars, boats, motorhomes, and caravans. It is also a short walk to the reserve and the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. For fishing enthusiasts, there's a dedicated fish filleting table located at the property. Perfect for families or groups, this spacious retreat offers the ideal spot for adventure or relaxation. The whole house and back yard are yours to use. There is a shed/studio at the front of the property that is not available to rent but may be used occasionally by other guests. We ensure it won't interfere with your stay and respect your privacy and comfort during your stay. Large groups may enquire about bathroom access for an additional charge. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the sea ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,938 square feet ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423149/8409249b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful | Private | Great Location - KK8321, Peaceful | Private | Great Location Kaikoura - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 2 reviews £187 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=106423149&PinnedHotelID=106423149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311900/118311802/22abd61a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hot Tub | Handy Location | Mountain Views - KK495 Kaikoura - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly £189 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=118311802&PinnedHotelID=118311802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115530000/115526700/115526699/a6e93760.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy vintage villa in central Kaikoura. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 is no 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as close-to-home-SOUTH-BAY-PDE-143 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.39945%2C173.67992&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HRQ0O1QYMb2dsYWsZdW439tHGPo=) Kaikoura #### What's nearby - Kaikoura Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kaikoura Museum \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kaikoura District Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Peninsula Walkway \- 5 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park \- 11 min drive \- 7.8 miles #### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min walk - ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬6 min drive - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬11 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven? ### What time is check-in at South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven? ### What time is check-out at South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven? ### Where is South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary W. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay Great location with stunning views to sea and mountains from upstairs. Comfortable beds and well set up kitchen with everything you need. ##### Mary W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny D. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had such a lovely stay here - it was the perfect place for a family with wee kids, and the views were absolutely amazing. Great comms from the host. Thanks so much for having us! ##### Penny D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lachy G. 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great boat access sadly the weather didn’t play ball. Definitely will be going back. ##### Lachy G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane S. 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved this place, so did our dog, it was great to have it fully fenced. From the little toilet paper flowers to the heat pump being turned on before we arrive, so it was so warm and toasty. We loved sitting upstairs watching the world go by. Being close to the sea was a plus. We will be back. Can't recommend this place enough. ##### Diane S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane J. 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Spot! Loved our stay in South Bay! The house was perfect for our family of 5\. Nice and quiet, and a stunning view from upstairs. Great view of the bay from up the hill behind the house. Plenty of heating to keep us warm in a cold Kaikoura southerly, and there were even some hottie bottles to warm up our beds. Good kitchen with everything we needed, and very good washing machine and dryer. Only 5mins drive or a 30min walk to the town centre. 5 min walk to the south end of the Kaikoura peninsula walkway. Might come back for a summer trip with our boat! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a1042ad9-c87d-4a05-82af-e3e639d52a3a-1751756999459.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72787e2f-f15d-4ad5-a1bc-b38ad1ba65bd-1751757001666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jane J. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rowan B. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Rowan B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ---