Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
16 Kowhai Ford Road, 7371 Kaikoura, New Zealand – Great location - show map
Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
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 tepee tent, a historic train carriage, or a quaint two-bedroom farmer's cottage. Each accommodations features a fully fenced outdoor space. Our accommodations are thoughtfully furnished with meticulous attention to detail, making them the perfect setting for your family's 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 your breakfast. To help you connect with the environment and our sustainable lifestyle, we offer a complimentary farm tour where you can feed the animals and learn about sustainable living practices. At Wacky Stays, you'll find a serene connection with nature, as we are proud to operate sustainably. Our commitment includes LED indoor lighting, solar-powered outdoor lighting, and solar panels on outdoor kitchen shelters. The House Truck is also equipped with solar-powered lights. Located just 2.5 mi from Kaikoura town center. For added entertainment, our mini-animal park hosts over 80 animals; also available are our world-famous Llama Trekking tours; and within 2.5 mi of the property, you'll discover the town center with an array of shops, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- PaulUnited Kingdom“Stunning location with views of the mountains. Amazing staff who look after you. Get to meet and feed the llamas and other animals. Very close to the town centre. Very good value for money.”
- SteveAustralia“Yurt was spacious and comfortable for our family of 4. Night skies were incredible.”
- SarahUnited States of America“Beautiful location with views of the mountains. Unique place. We had a lot of fun feeding the animals”
- RobinUnited States of America“It was cool to stay in a caravan. It was clean and great for one night.”
- ElisabethGermany“Nice rural setting, absolutely beautiful nostalgic truck, fresh breakfast items provided, helpful staff”
- KyleeNew Zealand“Location, animals, breakfast offered, it was a true old fashioned way of living with modern comfort of a heat pump.”
- JaimeeNew Zealand“The perfect glamping stay. The staff were so so helpful and really made our long weekend fantastic. We loved waking up to the peaceful fresh air and beautiful animals.”
- MelissaNew Zealand“We stayed in the teepee and it was so fun! The whole family loved getting to meet the animals and give them breakfast. The staff were very friendly.”
- AmberNew Zealand“The tipi was so cool to stay in. Cosy with the heaters on, it was beautiful views. At the moment not only do they have their farm animals but some wee puppies as well. The bed was comfortable to sleep in. I really loved getting some fresh eggs to...”
- RikkiSingapore“Quirky experience with attention to decorative details. Great experience doing animal feeding. Friendly and well-mannered staff and owner. A novelty experience.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hello do you have WiFi please? Thank uou
Hi there YES = we have wi-fi throughout our site, which is unlimited and free to use! See you soon regards KevinAnswered on 22 May 2020we have two small (non shedding dogs) are they allowed in the accommodation
No problem = I just ask five things = not on the furniture, clean up any mess, not in our animal areas, under control at all times, and I have an enti..Answered on 5 March 2021Hi there, my 5year old twin boys think the house truck is the coolest among all. Is there any chance we family of 4 can stay in the house truck?
Hi - my House Truck sleeps two comfortably (double bed), three at a push (+bench bed), and NOT four!Answered on 16 December 2022is there heating inside?
Hi YES - there is an electric fan heater, an electric radiator, and electric blanket on the double bed regards KevinAnswered on 11 March 2021Hi there, was wondering if you had a small microwave available for use in the teepee or even yurt. We are wanting to stay in october but will need to ..
Hi - we have a microwave you borrow in either the yurt or tipi. We also have a portacot, but not bedding - plenty of room in both Regards KevinAnswered on 30 May 2022Hi . Just wanted to see what options you had for a family of 6 for one night on June 20th. Thanks Greg
Hi Greg Five properties available 20/6 (max guests in brackets) = Farmers Cottage(5), Yurt(4), Colonial Wagon(4), Train Carriage(4), House Truck(2)Answered on 22 May 2020- Still looking?
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Amenities of Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding toursGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Fold-up bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- SnorkelingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Pet bowls
- Invoice provided
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Electric blankets
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- English
House rulesWacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
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 Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours 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.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
FAQs about Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
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Room options at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours include:
- Twin/Double
- Trailer
- Quad
- Tent
- Vacation Home
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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is 2.7 miles from the center of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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Guests staying at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Breakfast to go
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Yes, Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.