Title: Catlins Lake Sanctuary Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21233539&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Catlins Lake Sanctuary Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Catlins Lake Sanctuary ![View from property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/66c90db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/2d6d42fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/ce3f9f08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/089eefa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Catlins Lake Sanctuary, 2 bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/a7b90b6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Catlins Lake Sanctuary provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Catlins Lake Sanctuary Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace This holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a fridge and a flat-screen TV. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 This property accepts credit cards 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 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. ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Catlins Lake Sanctuary House Owaka Catlins Lake Sanctuary House Catlins Lake Sanctuary Owaka Catlins Lake Sanctuary Owaka Catlins Lake Sanctuary Private vacation home Catlins Lake Sanctuary Private vacation home Owaka ## About the area Located in Owaka, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing. [Visit our Owaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka.dx6196349) [View more Holiday homes in Owaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6196349-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-46.46834%2C169.65760&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eHLUtcUe-dKT_4euZm1eE8rPRLI=) 193 Hina Hina Road, Owaka, 9586 ### What's nearby - Catlins Lake \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Purakaunui Falls \- 22 min drive \- 8.1 miles - Nugget Point Lighthouse \- 41 min drive \- 18.2 miles - McLean Falls \- 42 min drive \- 34.0 miles - Curio Bay Petrified Forest \- 56 min drive \- 56.8 miles ### Restaurants - ‪LumberJack - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Kurumi Kitchen - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kūkū Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Catlins Lake Sanctuary pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Catlins Lake Sanctuary? ### What time is check-in at Catlins Lake Sanctuary? ### What time is check-out at Catlins Lake Sanctuary? ### Where is Catlins Lake Sanctuary located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Catlins Lake Sanctuary Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele 28 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great base camp for exploring the Catlins This was a great base camp for exploring the Catlins. Beds were clean and comfortable, although I felt I had to wipe down the kitchen before using it. The property was amazing! Beautiful views of the estuary, a peaceful place to walk in the mornings, and good view of stars at night. ##### Michele Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 May 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was paradise the views over the lakes and hills, the rainbows. The house was so cosy and easily heated with the open fire. Birds everywhere, I can’t wait to go back. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Apr 2019 Liked: Staff & service No Frills house with a million dollar view. So quite and peaceful. Loved being able to use the fireplace and there was plenty of chopped wood. I am guessing this house is a work in progress as there is lots of construction waste about. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very comfortable house to stay in with great views an only a few minutes from Owaka. We loved the stay and would definitely come back to stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 21 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Spain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Spain-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d166-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Charleston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Charleston-Hotels.d179997.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [62 Castle Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-62-Castle-Street.h74815401.Hotel-Information) > > [Cottages Northumberland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northumberland-Cottages.d6046225-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Isle of Wight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Isle-Of-Wight-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6046218-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in San Francisco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels.d178305.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [H10 Porto Poniente](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-H10-Puerto-Poniente.h44795416.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Hotels in Newcastle-upon-Tyne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-Riverside-Hotel.0-0-d6084526-triversidehotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Ensana Aquahouse Health Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varna-Hotels-Aquahouse-Hotel-SPA.h76096727.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cefalù](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels.d602597.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Pentland Hills Regional Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pentland-Hills-Regional-Park-Hotels.d6152260.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartamentos Sal Rossa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sant-Josep-De-Sa-Talaia-Hotels-Apartamentos-Sal-Rossa.h16434480.Hotel-Information) > > [Bells Hotel and Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coleford-Hotels-Bells-Hotel-And-Country-Club.h4177010.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Arlanda (ARN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/arn/birmingham-to-stockholm) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Guangzhou (CAN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/can/edinburgh-to-guangzhou) ### Cars > [Car hire in Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-OHare-Intl.d4477519.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Cologne Cathedral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cologne-Cathedral-Innenstadt.d6073475.Attraction) > > [Great Yarmouth Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Great-Yarmouth.d4647.Holidays-City-Breaks) ---