1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor dining

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$477
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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Kaikoura Township, Canterbury
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Kaikōura

This bed & breakfast puts you in the centre of Kaikōura, 4.8 km (3 mi) from Kaikoura Museum and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Kaikoura District Museum. Highlights at this B&B include a kitchenette, free WiFi and a patio. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Kaikoura Flat B&B include Kaikoura Beach and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬5 min drive

About this property

1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura

Oosing character = 1889 fully-restored Train Carriage, with wooden paneling throughout. Tastefully restored near to its former glory. Sleeps up to four in two bedrooms, Fully-equipped self-catering kitchen. On-board shower and toilet. Open plan living area and kitchen. Full-HD TV and DVD player. Beautiful lounge suite. Outside there is a HUGE decking area, with magnificent view of the Kaikoura mountain ranges.
EXCLUSIVE animal feeding tours of our 80+ Farm Animals (sheep, llama, pigs, deer, pony, donkey, chickens, ducks, ...) = two tours per day (not open to general public)
Only 4km from Kaikoura town centre (takes about 6 mins to drive). Set on the Kaikoura cycle trail, which has approx. 40km of on and off-road trails. 3km from the coast and Kaikoura beaches.
Special conditions:
- Check-in: 2pm to 9pm.
- Check-out: by 10am.
- We offer extended check-in (after 9pm) and check-out (after 10am), subject to an hourly charge.
- Cleaning: please leave in the condition you found it.
- Smoking allowed outside only
- Pets allowed with prior approval
- Family friendly, but also suitable for couples and small groups

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Video library

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

The closest beach to 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura is Kaikoura Beach (4.2 km).

How much does it cost to stay at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$477.36, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura have a pool?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a pool.

Is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

No, 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.