Title: BIG DOGS Homestay 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 # BIG DOGS Homestay Cabin in Tarras with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for BIG DOGS Homestay ![Beach - BIG DOGS Homestay (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119452400/119452344/b35d7d0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, stovetop - BIG DOGS Homestay (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119452400/119452344/1d98bf5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - BIG DOGS Homestay (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119452400/119452344/9ac6ccc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - BIG DOGS Homestay (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119452400/119452344/674dc9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - BIG DOGS Homestay (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119452400/119452344/b55e0066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies BIG DOGS Homestay provides a hot tub and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available - Mountain view ## 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. ### BIG DOGS Homestay The cabin is rustic, small but cosy with views to die for. We run a homestay for BIG dogs - all screened lovely fur babes whose owners are travelling like you. You need to be comfortable with dogs around - in fact you are welcome to bring your own! The river is a short walk away. There is 4.8 hectares for you to explore or drive to many vineyards/hiking tracks close by, and only 20km from Wanaka. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Hob - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113470000/113464900/113464809/c4f091b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adventure's Retreat Albert Town - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Laundry room £166 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=113464809&PinnedHotelID=113464809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112061800/112061718/dfc88e69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Home close to town. wifi-linen included Alexandra - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Microwave 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=112061718&PinnedHotelID=112061718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122160000/122151000/122150930/f13f3656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hiking Golf Skiing Lake Remarkables 7 min Airport Queenstown - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=122150930&PinnedHotelID=122150930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108570000/108560200/108560147/6b379dde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Queenstown Studio •5Mins to Airport •Walk Score 99 •A/C •Self Check-In •Kitchen Frankton - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=108560147&PinnedHotelID=108560147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103620800/103620748/w1262h853x0y0-7f1d1f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 minute drive to Remarkables mountain and car parking. 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-44.76038,169.34163&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hkdpGepqh_%40%3FU%3FS%3FW%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBS%40UBUBSBUBUBUBSDUDUBSDSDSDUFQDSDSFSFSDQHUFQFQFQHQFQHQHOHQFQJOHQHOHMJOJOHMJOJMJOJKJOJKLOJKLKJKLKJKLGLMLGLKLILILGLINGLELILENILENENELENCLCNCNENCLANCNAN%3FNCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBNDLBNBNBLDNDLDNDLHNDLHLDLFNHLFLHLHLJLFLLJFLJLJJJLJJJJNJJLNJJJNJLJNHLJNHNJLHNHPHNHPHPHNFPHPHPFPFPFPFTFPFRDRFRDRFPDTDRDRBRDTDTBRBTBTBTBRBT%40T%40RBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%3FV%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FV%3FTATATAVATARCTATARCTCTCRCTCTCRETETCRERERETGPETGPETGPGPGTGPGPGPIPIRGPILIPIRILIPINKNILKNINKLKNKLKJMNKJKNKJMJKJMJMJKHMJMHMJMFMHMFOHMHMDMFODMHODMDODMDOBODM%40ODOBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOEOAMEOCMEOEOEMEOIMEMGMEOIMIMGMIMGMKMIMKMIKKMKKKMKKKMOKKKOKKKMKOKMIOKOKMIOIOIQKMGSIQIMIQGSIQGQGQGQIUEQGQGUEQEUGQEUESESCSEUEUCSCUCUCSCUCUASCUAUASAUAWAUAU%3FU%3FW%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5Rk1ioYMk5zOr3aA36C2AhT_rZI=) Tarras, Otago Region #### What's nearby - Wānaka Beerworks \- 13 min drive \- 10.5 miles - National Transport & Toy Museum \- 13 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Crossfire Wānaka \- 13 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Warbirds & Wheels \- 14 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Wānaka Lavender Farm \- 16 min drive \- 14.8 miles #### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tarras Country Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive - ‪RW Orient Express Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wanaka Beerworks - ‬10 min drive - ‪Old Truck Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Queensberry Bistro & Pantry - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is BIG DOGS Homestay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at BIG DOGS Homestay? ### What time is check-in at BIG DOGS Homestay? ### What time is check-out at BIG DOGS Homestay? ### Where is BIG DOGS Homestay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## BIG DOGS Homestay 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole 19 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful, cute cabin with plenty of friendly dogs around and a clean space to relax in. Traveling internationally, it was wonderful to love on some dogs and enjoy the rural space with my partner. ##### Nicole Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic B. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I loved the rustic style, and the secluded location and playing with 8extra dogs all well behaved. ##### Dominic B. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary T. 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little batch, clean warm and a great view ##### Gary T. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare H. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I was travelling with my Cocker spaniel who was initially a bit nervous of all the other big dogs but was very quickly in amongst it all and loving the attention ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c16893a1-db33-44eb-8d28-779ff85221a3-1758576554708.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fb7e6316-33f6-4122-b270-aa5f0fb1fe25-1758576560550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Clare H. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ---