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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

★★★★ 16 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, NZ

8.4 guest rating· 297 reviews

About this hotel

Unique Accommodations

Wacky Stays offers six distinct lodging options, from a colonial wagon to a farmer's cottage, each with its own charm and character.

Eco-Friendly Experience

Immerse yourself in nature and sustainable living with a complimentary farm tour, meeting llamas, alpacas, and more.

Sustainable Practices

Enjoy eco-conscious amenities like LED lighting and solar panels, showcasing our commitment to a greener future.

Experience the magic of Wacky Stays, where nature and comfort harmoniously blend. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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Colonial Wagon and Sleep-out

Sleeps 4 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Bunk bed, 2× Twin bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

The Colonial Wagon, farm-stay accommodations 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.

House Truck

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This gypsy caravan was hand-crafted in New Zealand, farm-stay accommodations. 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.

Yurt

Sleeps 5 · 22 m² · 3× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Imported from Mongolia, this 7-yard Yurt, farm-stay accommodations. It is set on a purpose-built, raised and insulated wooden floor. The walls and ceiling are completely insulated with thick camelhair, 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 sink. Two breakfast options are available as a per night upgrade.

Teepee

Sleeps 5 · 22 m² · 3× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This 7-yard wide teepee, farm-stay accommodations. 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 sink. 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.

Two-Bedroom Cottage

Sleeps 5 · 28 m² · 2× Sofa bed, Twin bed, Double bed, Double bed, Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This restored farmers cottage, farm-stay accommodations 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.

Two-Bedroom Train Carriage

Sleeps 4 · 34 m² · 2× Bunk bed, Sofa bed, Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This fully restored 1889 train carriage, farm-stay accommodations 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.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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16 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.4297 reviews

+ Unique accommodations+ Friendly staff+ Fun animal interactionsCould be cleanerHot water too hot
Cleanliness8.1
Service8.5
Location8.4
Room Quality8.4
Amenities8.5
Value for Money8.3

Guest review

10.0

Dormir dans un tipi était une expérience rigolote et très appréciée des enfants. Nourrir les animaux au petit matin avec explication des habitudes de chacun était vraiment génial. Très bon moment hors des sentiers battus

Tutenuit · FR · 2026-04-22

NICE STAY

7.0

CLEAN

HAVE TO GO OUT LATE AT NIGHT TO GO TO THE TOILET

Jo Montero · NZ · 2026-04-16

Excellent family destination.

10.0

My family loved it. The staff were so friendly. Feeding the animals was lots of fun. The accommodation was so quirky and comfortable.

There was nothing we didn't like. However, when we come again we may bring our own breakfast supplies.

Conley · NZ · 2026-04-15

一次愉快的农场住宿体验

10.0

接待人员(康宇)很热情,并且能用流利的中文介绍农场内的各种动物。 可以近距离接近并喂养动物。

游大力 · CN · 2026-04-12

It was quirky and unique things could have been explained a little bit better when it came to interaction with the ani

5.0

It was quirky and unique

Thought it could be a little bit cheaper.

Webb · NZ · 2026-04-09

My families wacky stay.

10.0

Great experience for myself and family. Accommodation was lovely.

That we didn't get to stay longer.

Tatene01 · NZ · 2026-03-31

Good to know

Please advise the property of the number of children and infants staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.