Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours Kaikoura 3●
- 16 Kowhai Ford Road, 7371 Kaikoura,
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Wacky Stays is a tranquil retreat offering six unique, self-contained lodging options that promise an unforgettable experience. Choose from a handcrafted colonial wagon, a charming house truck, a traditional Mongolian yurt, a cozy tipi tent, a historic train carriage, or a quaint two-bedroom farmer's cottage. Each accommodation boasts a fully fenced outdoor space. The accommodations are thoughtfully furnished with meticulous attention to detail, making them the perfect setting for family adventures. Nestled within a picturesque park, Wacky Stays is dedicated to eco-friendliness and offers guests a delightful menagerie of farm animals, including: llamas, alpacas, pigs, sheep, and chickens that lay fresh eggs for breakfast. The property offers a complimentary farm tour where guests can feed the animals. The property features LED indoor lighting, solar-powered outdoor lighting, and solar panels on outdoor kitchen shelters. The House Truck is also equipped with solar-powered lights. Situated just 4 km from Kaikoura town centre. For added entertainment, the mini-animal park hosts over 80 animals, also available are Llama Trekking tours. The town centre is 4 km from the property and features an array of shops, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Facilities Overview
Complimentary parking
Smoke-free rooms
Accommodations for families
Complimentary WiFi
Pet-friendly
Temperature control
Craft the perfect trip by reviewing our extensive range of accommodations, all accessible at sleepzon.com.
Rooms: 6Available Dates
Accommodation Types
Colonial Wagon and Sleep-out
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- Indoor heating,
- Noise reduction features,
- Separate entryway,
- Clothes iron,
- Infant beds,
- Sitting area,
- Garbage bins,
- Electric fan,
- Wooden or parquet flooring,
- Pillow without feathers,
- Power outlet near the bed,
- Cleaning supplies,
- Collapsible bed,
- Climate control,
- Heated blankets,
- Couch
- Shower facilities,
- Bathroom tissue,
- Complimentary toiletries,
- Ensuite bathroom,
- Plush bathrobe,
- Hair drying equipment,
- Hair cleanser,
- Bathtub or shower,
- Restroom,
- Body wash
- Blu-ray disc player,
- Television with flat screen,
- DVD player,
- Compact disc player
- Al fresco dining space,
- Mini fridge,
- Grill for outdoor cooking,
- Kettle for hot water,
- Wine goblets,
- Eating space,
- Bread toaster,
- Cooking oven,
- Patio furniture,
- Cooking range,
- Eating table,
- Cooking utensils,
- Microwave oven,
- Cooking area,
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Bed linens,
- Bath towels
- Outdoor patio,
- Scenery,
- View of the mountains,
- Outdoor terrace,
- View of the garden
- Window in room
- Step-free shower,
- Whole unit situated on the ground level
- Fire alarm,
- Emergency fire extinguisher
The Colonial Wagon, farm-stay accommodation with stained wood walls and a canvas roof insulated with sheep’s wool. It includes air-conditioning and heat-pump, basic cooking facilities and a lounge seating area. There is a TV with Blu-ray player for entertainment. Bathrobes are provided. An outdoor kitchen shelter includes a pizza oven, gas barbecue, self-catering facilities and outdoor furniture. Located inside the wagon, the bathroom includes a private toilet and shower. A 'Wagon Sleep-out' companion building provides two additional bunk beds. Sleep-out guests share the facilities of the wagon. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.
Size: 25 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed, Bunk bed
Number of guests: 4 
Yurt
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Imported from Mongolia, this 7-metre Yurt, farm-stay accommodation. It is set on a purpose-built, raised and insulated wooden floor. The walls and ceiling are completely insulated with thick camel hair, which means it is warm in winter and cool in the summer. An outdoor kitchen area, includes a pizza oven, gas barbecue, self-catering facilities and outdoor furniture. The yurt offers a separate private bathroom with a shower, toilet and wash basin. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.
Size: 22 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed, Double bed
Number of guests: 5
Teepee
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This 7-metre wide tepee, farm-stay accommodation. It is set on a purpose built, raised and insulated wooden floor. The walls are waterproof poly-cotton canvas with a partially insulated second layer. It offers a separate bathroom with a shower, toilet and wash basin. An outdoor kitchen shelter includes a pizza oven, gas barbecue, self-catering facilities and outdoor furniture. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.
Size: 22 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed, Double bed
Number of guests: 5
Two-Bedroom Cottage
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This restored farmers cottage, farm-stay accommodation with air conditioning and heat-pump unit. It includes a fully equipped kitchen, a wood burner fireplace and a separate shower and toilet. There is parking for 3 cars and a boat. The lounge area offers two leather sofas, flat screen TV with satellite channels and a Blu-Ray player. The cottage is surrounded by a large spacious garden with an outdoor gas barbecue and seating. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade. The bedrooms have additional electric radiator heating. A heat exchange system brings warm filtered air from the roof into the cottage rooms.
Size: 28 m2
Bedroom 1 - Single bed, Double bed
Bedroom 2 - Double bed, Bunk bed
Number of guests: 5
House Truck
Details, photos, amenitiesThis gypsy caravan was hand-crafted in New Zealand, farm-stay accommodation. On-board it has a compact fully-equipped kitchen, small seating area with flat-screen TV and DVD player, plus a toilet, separate shower,and bathrobes. The double bed is over the drivers area. Heating is provided via a wood-fired pot belly stove or electric wall heater. The outdoor kitchen includes a pizza oven, gas barbecue, self-catering facilities and outdoor furniture. Please note that the truck cannot be driven. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.
Size: 20 m2
Bedroom 1 - Double bed
Number of guests: 2
Two-Bedroom Train Carriage
Room overviewThis fully restored 1889 train carriage, farm-stay accommodation with a double master bedroom, and a second bedroom with 2 bunk beds. The small on-board bathroom includes an antique toilet, basin and shower. It offers ornate wooden paneling paneling throughout, an outdoor deck and an open-plan living room and kitchen with TV and DVD player. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.
Size: 34 m2
Bedroom 1 - Bunk bed
Bedroom 2 - Double bed
Number of guests: 4
Facilities
General
- Car park
- Animals permitted
- Complimentary car park
- On-site parking
- Exclusive parking
Activities
- Golf course (within 3 kilometers)
- Trekking
- Underwater exploration
- Guided walking tours
- Cultural tours or workshops
Services
- Online services
- Wireless Internet
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink
- Breakfast served in the room
- Grilling amenities
Transport
- Handicap-accessible parking
Reception services
- Billing statement available
Common areas
- Garden area
- Sundeck
- Patio furniture
- Designated picnic spot
Entertainment and family services
- Tabletop games and brainteasers
- Outdoor play equipment for children
Miscellaneous
- No smoking rooms
- Amenities for guests with disabilities
- Rooms for families
- Climate control
- Climate control system
- Accessible for wheelchairs
- Restroom with support rails
- Elevated toilet
- Lowered washbasin in bathroom
- Animal feeding dishes
Safety & security
- Fire detection alarms
- Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features
- Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
- Availability of first aid kits
- Connection to healthcare professionals
Physical distancing
- Non-cash payment options
- Social distancing guidelines observed
Internet
- Complimentary WiFi!
- The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.
Parking
- Complimentary parking!
- The facility offers free on-site parking with dedicated private and accessible parking areas.
Accommodation Policies
Check-in
- From 14:00 Until 21:00 hours
Check-out
- From 07:00 Until 10:00 hours
Pets
- Pets are permitted, with the possibility of an additional fee.
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What room options are available?
- Colonial Wagon and Sleep-out
- Yurt
- Teepee
- Two-Bedroom Cottage
- House Truck
- Two-Bedroom Train Carriage
