Title: Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 home # Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311794/377048bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311794/62dba2d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311794/9507bf4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311794/0907efc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311794/ac914e3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen £197 includes taxes & fees 19 Nov - 20 Nov ## 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. ### Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 Hidden Gem is all about adventure, chill vibes and making memories. This cute, historic cottage has been freshened up but still keeps that classic bach feel. It’s got amazing views over the coastal marine reserve, and if you’re lucky, you might see dolphins playing or even a whale or two. It sleeps up to seven, so it’s great for family getaways or hanging out with friends. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### 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 a rural location - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118320000/118311800/118311798/9140c476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa | Family Friendly | Classic Charm - KK4769 Kaikoura - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £230 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=118311798&PinnedHotelID=118311798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115020000/115019100/115019049/561f6d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### South Bay | Close to Beach | Family-Friendly - KK25143, South Bay Haven Kaikoura - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews £211 includes taxes & fees 20 Nov - 21 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=115019049&PinnedHotelID=115019049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/62c44f00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views Kaikoura - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews £173 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=106423095&PinnedHotelID=106423095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423128/c43de89d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront | Games Room | Handy Location - KK58106, Beachfront | Games Room | Handy Location Kaikoura - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 8 reviews £272 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=106423128&PinnedHotelID=106423128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97930000/97923200/97923161/d03e384e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! 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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 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 753848 ## 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 - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles - Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles #### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min walk - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬11 min walk - ‪Cods n Cray - ‬10 min walk - ‪Coopers Catch - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342? > As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 on 19 Nov 2025 start from £196.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Peketa-Hotels-Hidden-Gem-Whale-Dolphin-Spotting-Epic-Location.h118311794.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 located? > Nestled on the beach, this Kaikōura holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Peninsula Walkway and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden Gem | Whales & Dolphins | Epic Location - KK1342 Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick H. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Kiwi Bach Warm, amazing views, clean, all the facilities we needed ##### Nick H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheena G. 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The views were amazing! Fantastic for seal and dolphin watching. Beautiful sunrises. Only negative for us was the access which is initially steep over the railway track. We had a bike rack on the back of a ute and had to remove it to get over the first bit. A mention in the listing about this would have been helpful. Otherwise absolutely loved our days there. ![The entrance to driveway. Doesn’t really show how steep it is.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e0b76116-dfc8-4019-9e68-dea37015939d-1759346256288.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Front of bach, looking out over the sea.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fbe21802-2273-4122-96dd-3484534698a2-1759346256547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful sunrise taken from balcony at the bach.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d4296ccb-9d55-44c0-91a7-452d640b919b-1759346254952.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![At one of the seal colonies after a short walk round the rocks.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fd4d85a3-9bf2-4c88-a7f7-2708a59fb5c9-1759346256516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sheena G. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025