Title: Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins Cabin in Papatowai ## Photo gallery for Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins ![Interior - Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins (Papatowai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/4e66c774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins (Papatowai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/ffca15a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins (Papatowai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/63405d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins (Papatowai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/5578e322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins (Papatowai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/7dde5477.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly £95 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins Get away from the hustle and bustle at the tranquil Tram Track Retreat nestled in the heart of the Catlins, one of the most scenic areas of New Zealand. Stroll in native bush along the many tracks or along the beaches around Papatowai. Venture to find the old tram-tracks in the native bush behind the cabin that lead towards the town. Complete with views of native forest, sea, and farm animals you'll be able to relax and unwind with a glass of wine or a good book in the private court yard. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90980000/90972900/90972876/5d2a0352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins RD2 Owaka - Kitchen - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area Papatowai is home to this cabin. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matai Falls and Purakaunui Falls. [Visit our Papatowai travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papatowai.dx3000389702) [View more Cabin rentals in Papatowai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papatowai-Cabins.d3000389702-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-46.55269,169.46945&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dmb%7BGaoji_%40%3FU%3FW%40U%3FW%40U%40W%3FUBW%40S%40U%40WBUBUBWBUBSBUBUDSDYBSDSDSDSDUFUDQFUFUDQHSFSFOFUHQFSHQFQHQHOJQHQHMHSJOHMJOJMJOJOJMJOJKJOLKJKLKLKJKLKLKLILKLILGLILGNILILGLENELINELENENALGNENANALCNCNANCN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40N%40LDNFN%40LDNDLDNHLDNDLFLHLHNFLHLFLHLJLHJJLJLJLJJJLJJJJNJJLNJLJNHNLLHNJLHNJRHLHPHPHNHPHPFPHRHPFTFNFRFRFPFTDTFPDTFTDRDRBRDRDXBRDTBTBRBTBVBT%40T%40VBT%40R%40V%40T%40V%3FT%40V%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FX%3FRAV%3FTAVATAVATCTAVARCTCXCRCTCTERCTEVETCPETERGTETGPETGRGPGTGPGPGTIPIRGNIRIPILIRIPILKRILKNILMNINKLKNMLKLKLKJMJKLMJMJMJKJMHMJMFMHMFOHMFMHMHODMDOFMDOFMDO%40ODMDOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOAOCOAMCOAOCOEMEOAOEMGOEMGOEMEMIMIOGMIMGMIMGMKMIMKMKKKMKMMKKMKKMKMKMKOKMKOKOKMIOKMISIMIQKSIMIQGSIOGSIQGUGQGQIUEQGSGUEQGUEUESEUEQCUEWEUCSCUCUCSCYCUCSAWAUAUCW%3FUAWAU%3FWAS%3FY%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h6Vu1MmdFxe3LGfmRQQa_S58fLo=) Papatowai, Otago ### What's nearby - ![Matai Falls featuring forests and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113126/28fa8d6e-3fd3-43c4-acd1-6a5f82dbc860.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matai Falls 6 min drive \- 5.8 miles - ![Purakaunui Falls which includes forest scenes and a waterfall](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 21 min drive \- 12.5 miles - ![McLean Falls showing forests, a river or creek and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113130/1d596548-86cf-4671-9f36-6b905bbcc297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) McLean Falls 21 min drive \- 11.6 miles - Catlins Lake 16 min drive \- 15.2 miles - Teapot World 21 min drive \- 19.9 miles ### Getting around - Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) 101 min drive ### Restaurants - Peake's Kitchen 8 min walk - The Little Rocket 9 min walk - The Whistling Frog 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins? ### Where is Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A lovely cabin beautifully appointed with everything one needs. Very praceful and relaxing. I wish we had more time there. Only downside is the lack of a store nearby for groceries. ##### Nancy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay M. 2 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy An absolutely delightful cabin with relaxing views and great location for exploring the Catlins. We recharged after a busy Xmas and had the lovely quiet New Year at Tram Track Retreat was perfect! ##### Kay M. 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