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

7.6

Good

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Kaikoura Township, Canterbury

Kaikoura District Museum4 min drive
Kaikoura Beach6 min drive
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park6 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties

Oosing character = 1889 fully-restored Train Carriage, with wooden paneling throughout. Tastefully restored near to its former glory. Two bedrooms, Fully-equipped self-catering kitchen. On-board shower and toilet. Open plan living area and kitchen. Full-HD TV and Blu-ray player. Beautiful lounge suite. Outside there is a HUGE decking area, with magnificent view of the Kaikoura mountain ranges.
EXCLUSIVE access to our private collection of 30+ Farm Animals (sheep, llama, pigs, deer, pony, donkey, chickens, turkeys, ...) = three hours 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. 2km 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

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

kevile263

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kaikoura

This bed & breakfast is located in Kaikoura Flat, a neighbourhood in Kaikoura, and is in a rural area and on a river. Kaikoura Golf Club and Peninsula Walkway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kaikoura Beach and Seaward Kaikoura Range. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more B&B in Kaikoura

Kaikoura Township, Canterbury

What's nearby

Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive
Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 6 min drive
Fyffe House - 9 min drive
Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive

Getting around

Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cods & Crayfish - ‬5 min drive
‪Lobster Inn Tavern - ‬4 min drive
‪Kaikoura Bakery - ‬5 min drive
‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
‪The Craypot - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties pet-friendly?

Yes, 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

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

As of 27 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties on 28 June 2024 start from AU$388.34, 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.

What time is check-in at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties located?

Located in Kaikoura Flat, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park. Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

7.6

Good

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7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

6.8/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Lisa B.

31 Oct 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice look but thats it

Pointless having a TV when there is no channels? when the property is too far from any walking areas of interest, it would be nice to at least have one channel available at night when you have a child in bed. The window sills in bedroom were so dusty i sneezed all night. I emailed the owner prior to entry but he never responded. Overall it was nice to have my dog in an enclosed area but way too expensive for the worth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gianluca W.

20 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we expected . . . And more!

Fantastic for any train enthusiast; very cozy and homely. Would definitely stay here again (and do the llama trekking).

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Coatesville. Albany, Auckland

14 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Train Carriage

We stayed 12 & 13 April. The train carriage is great, with everything you would need in the kitchen & bathroom area. Kevin also allowed us to have our 2 British Bulldogs stay with us. The carriage is fully fenced so they were able to come and go as they liked. Situated in a nice rural setting, but only a few minutes drive into Kaikoura township. Thanks Kevin, we hope to stay again at some stage. Cheers, Julie & Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

7 May 2019

Cute but a touch cramped.

A really unique experience - excellent for those with smaller children or train nuts.

2/10 Terrible

Doreen and John M.

10 Feb 2019

Over priced,cramped and poorly appointed.

We were a family of 4 adults looking forward to an interesting stay in unusual accommodation in rural Kaikoura. We were extremely disappointed with the standard of accommodation which was very cramped and uncomfortable with no place to unpack any of our belongings or to store them. The bunk beds were not suitable for adults. The accommodation was very hot and only some of the windows opened part-way. Most distressingly of all, the water cut out during the night causing much inconvenience and causing the cistern in the toilet to emit a continual noise which made it impossible to sleep. Of the 4 outside chairs, 2 had no backs on them and the umbrella provided was totally inadequate as it provided very little shade. Given the hot weather there was no way of escaping the heat when sitting outside or inside. Considering the cost of the accommodation, and as seasoned travellers, we were expecting a higher standard of basic amenities. We definitely cannot recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai S.

2 Feb 2019

Great location for kids & near Kaikoura

Very nice host! A lot of things to play with for children who can also help to feed the animals twice a day. Good location, Kaikoura is just a short drive (approx. 8 minutes by car) away. Obivously limited space inside (e.g. small fridge) since it is a converted historic train carriage; outside fenced area with a play train. If you like Pizza, try "Black Rabbit" in Kaikoura - delicious!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

22 Aug 2017

This is a really unique, rustic setting with great mountain views and within an easy drive of Kaikou

This is a really unique, rustic setting with great mountain views and within an easy drive of Kaikoura. It is great for kids , with morning and afternoon feedings of the animals part of the unique features of the site. The railway carriage has an enclosed lawn for children and dogs to play. It also has two separate bedrooms (including a double bunk), plus a compact kitchen and lounge, all loving restored to retain its 19th Century character. I totally recommend this quirky, comfortable retreat.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

30 Apr 2017

The train carriage is amazing.

The train carriage is amazing. A truly amazing fit-out (George Clarke should really pay a visit!) The attention to detail is very impressive (and it was beautifully clean). We absolutely loved our stay and would like to have stayed longer. The farm park is just a short drive from Kaikoura township along a quiet country road. The farm park really added to the experience for our kids. We felt warmly welcomed as guests. Highly recommend!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.