Title: Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6196349&destination=Owaka%2C+Otago%2C+New+Zealand&selected=85919060&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away ## Photo gallery for Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away ![Exterior - Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85919100/85919060/4b3e0694.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85919100/85919060/02909e19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85919100/85919060/0cecf105.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85919100/85919060/afe5a918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85919100/85919060/6bf557ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of The Catlins, Pekapeka Tiny House offers a tranquil retreat amidst native birdlife and vegetation. With easy access to water, a kitchenette with cooking equipment, and bathroom facilities that include an eco-friendly cassette toilet and shower (gas heated for hot showers), this 139 sq ft tiny home provides the perfect base to explore local flora and fauna. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £122 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr ## 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. ### Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away Summary: Escape the drowning pressures of city life and experience the slow and laidback lifestyle at Pekapeka Tiny House, New Zealand. It's one of the tiny house rentals surrounded by abundant vegetation and native birdlife (such as Tui, Bellbird, Kereru, etc.) to keep you company. Nestled in the heart of The Catlins, Pekapeka is the perfect base to explore the local flora and fauna, beaches, bays, and much, much more. The Space: Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away is located in Owaka, situated in the remote south with minimal light pollution, The Catlins offers the perfect setting to witness the breathtaking Aurora Australis. Nearby Purakaunui Falls, Nugget Point, McLean Falls, and Owaka Museum are just a few of the attractions in the area. A comfortable 139 square-feet tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use. If you plan to spend your holiday homes NZ escape here, we advise that you bring your own food, although there is a small supermarket and several local eateries just 5 minutes drive away. Thank you. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that we have a second tiny house called "Tranquility Tiny House" on the property. If you plan to book in groups, please contact your land host 24 hours in advance. Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surrounding areas, except the land host's private residence. Guests are allowed to explore the property, however, as part of our Qualmark certification, they must first go through a health and safety briefing before signing a waiver. Please keep in mind that there are no significant hazards on the property that would endanger our guests and that this is simply a routine from guest to land host. The Neighborhood: Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away sits in the small town of Owaka, South Otago close to Catlins. It's a 27 minute drive from the town of Balclutha, your ideal holiday homes NZ escape, where you can explore natural attractions such as native forests, beaches, bays, waterfalls, caves, and more. Our local recommendations: \- Purakaunui Falls are a cascading three-tiered waterfall located in the heart of the Catlins Forest Park. \- Cannibal Bay is well known for beach surfing, coastal walks, and sea-lions that often gather to sunbathe. \- Florence Hill Lookout is an excellent location for viewing Tautuku Beach and the southern lights at night. \- Nugget Point is a renowned panoramic spot on the Catlins coast that features one of New Zealand's oldest lighthouses overlooking rocks named by Captain Cook for their gold-like appearance. \- Catlins Horse Trek is an exciting attraction that offers small-group rides through farmland, native woodlands, and wildlife. \- The Catlins offers a wide range of natural attractions such as native forests, sandy beaches, sparkling bays, cascading waterfalls, and many more. \- Owaka Museum and Catlins Information Centre - Wahi Kahuika - you can find more information here: Getting Around: By car: Earthlore is 2km from the Owaka township on the road to Jack’s Bay. The southern scenic route is tar sealed but there are numerous gravel roads in the area. By public transport: No public transports are available, but we do have a courtesy van for up to 6 passengers. If you're interested, please contact the land host 24 hours in advance to make the necessary arrangements. Thank you. Other Things to Note: \- Pets are not allowed on the property \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- Patchy mobile reception with Telcom and Vodafone \- No Smoking or vaping inside the tiny home, except outside \- Please be advised that we have donkeys and sheep on our property \- Please do not enter animal paddocks without the land host's permission \- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge \- If you're interested in petting our mammal friends, please contact your land host to make arrangements \- Make sure to turn off the lights, air conditioning, and electronics, close windows, and lock doors when leaving the house Guest Advisory \- We would like to remind guests that our tiny house follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a waterless eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank. \- Due to recent heavy rains, some earthworks are currently underway around the property. We are doing our best to minimise any disruption, and we appreciate your understanding during this time. Important note: \- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property \- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban \- Please note there are many native birds living here and their birdsong can be loud at times \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the \[compost/cassette\] toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the ocean ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 155 square feet ## Similar properties ![Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/504d3508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park New Haven - 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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 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 62ce631498feca0034cee5a8 ## About the area Located in Owaka, this holiday home is by the ocean. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. [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-46.46477%2C169.66320&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZcjxMv55ckSiKU8qo2tnQ1LzY7U=) Owaka, Otago ### What's nearby - ![Purakaunui Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113124/ba532283-d80c-4289-a0f1-37793eb4e667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Purakaunui Falls 22 min drive \- 13.5 miles - ![Nugget Point Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113118/b9fb33d0-f298-4782-9639-847980498e10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nugget Point Lighthouse 39 min drive \- 17.7 miles - Catlins Lake 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Teapot World 5 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Curio Bay Petrified Forest 61 min drive \- 56.3 miles ### Getting around - Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) 86 min drive ### Restaurants - Catlins Cafe And Restaurant 4 min drive - Tahatika Coffee Traders 4 min drive - LumberJack 4 min drive - Kurumi Kitchen 4 min drive - Kūkū Coffee 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away? ### How much is parking at Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away? ### What time is check-in at Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away? ### What time is check-out at Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away? ### Where is Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 5 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony J. 21 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Flying visit I was literlary on a flying visit through the area and needed a quiet, peaceful and clean place to stay. I was wowed by the cabin and licarion. Having the bsach access withing 2 mins was fantastic! It was just what i needed. ##### Tony J. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice, clean. No TV or internet. ##### Cynthia Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgia B. 20 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay We had a very peaceful stay! Very clean and calm property. Thanks so much, we loved it. ##### Georgia B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca G. 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous! We really enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were fantastic, and the facilities were great. The hot water in the shower was a bit sporadic in the morning when we were checking out, but had we tried it earlier in our stay I know the hosts would have been straight down to sort it out. A real treat 😊 ##### Rebecca G. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel D. 7 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bird song Was an a amazing place to wind down and relax with my partner and listen to the birds ##### Daniel D. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very lovely property. Quiet, lush, private, amazing birds. Landlord was extremely organized and gave a wonderfully detailed review of the tiny house. Downtown Owaka is 5 mins away by car - and I was directed to eat at the Lumberjack by the landlord - which was amazing!!!!! Everyone was extremely helpful and accommodating at the Tiny house and in the town. Amazing area in general. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Margaret & Trevor M. 12 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### awesome birds but.... awesome birdlife, Gordon and Jannie were lovely hosts. However, the shower could do with some work, running hot /cold/hot/cold as you tried to have a shower. we stay in January and find the cabin cold when the sun went off it because of the big trees around the cabin. ##### Margaret & Trevor M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Kevin P. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Phillips review Website shows a new tidy accommodation. But the place hasnt been maintained, ie front door and bathroom doors difficult to open/ close. No comfortably seating as shown on the website . No spare blankets or loo paper. There is more but this is enough. ##### Kevin P. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### vincent 19 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Acceuil tres sympathique. Tiny house très bien agencée. En pleine nature. Ideal pour ceux qui veulent se ressourcer. Nécessité d avoir une voiture mais proximité de plusieurs lieux a visiter A recommander. ##### vincent Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ---