House Truck / Gypsy Wagon
Sleeps 2 · 9 m² · Double bed
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Kitchenette
- Coffee/tea maker
Wacky Stays
★★ 12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371, Kaikoura, NZ
8.8 guest rating· 52 reviews
About this hotel
Garden Views and Complimentary Amenities - Enjoy the lush garden views while taking advantage of complimentary wireless internet and the picnic area. Don't miss the daily complimentary reception and continental breakfast!
Event Space and Free Parking - Planning an event? Utilize the 50 square feet of conference space and meeting rooms. The convenience continues with free self-parking onsite.
Cozy Guestrooms and Nearby Attractions - Relax in one of the 6 guestrooms equipped with modern amenities. Explore nearby attractions like Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura Beach, and Fyffe House during your stay.
Immerse yourself in the charm of Wacky Stays and book your memorable stay in Kaikoura today!
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Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Conference space
- Health or beauty spa nearby
- Free self parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Accessible shuttle
- Children's games
- Composting
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Couples/private dining
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
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- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Ecotours on site
- Food and water bowls
- Free reception
- Garden
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- LED light bulbs
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Meeting rooms
- Mountain biking nearby
- Music library
- No accessible shuttle
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Playground on site
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Recycling
- Smoke-free property
- Snorkeling nearby
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Surf lessons - nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Video library
Location
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371, Kaikoura, NZ
- Check-in
- from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
- Check-out
- until 10:00 AM
What guests say8.852 reviews
+ Pet friendly+ Family-friendly atmosphere− A bit pricy
Cleanliness8.7
Service9.1
Location9.2
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.7
Value for Money8.4
Guest review
10.0Pet friendly
Guest review
10.0Great experience especially for kids, but a bit pricy
Guest review
8.0Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding
Guest review
10.0Our second time staying here in the covered wagon. Very glamping, extremely unusual and loads of fun
Guest review
10.0We stayed in the Gypsy truck, I liked the novelty of it. It was cute and quirky. The host was super helpful, and talked us through the features on arrival. Surprisingly, the shower was excellent. Doesn't appear that way on first impression, however perfect temperature, and lots of pressure. One suggestion would be a step or the like, if you are short, to get up into the loft bed. We even saw baby ducks that were extremely friendly and came right up to us
Guest review
8.0It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Good to know
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Alcohol is not served at this property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
›Pets
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
›General
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
›Food & Beverage
No alcohol served onsite
›Covid
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
›Guest type
Essential workers only - NO
›Accessibility
No elevators
›General
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
›Pets
Pets allowed
›General
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
›Guest type
LGBTQ friendly
›General
Social distancing measures are in place
›General
Professional property host/manager
›Pets
Pets allowed (no fees)
›Sustainability Certifications
Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
›General
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
›Pets
Service animals are allowed