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Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins

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Outdoor dining
Fireplace
Interior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to a rural retreat in this charming cabin, where comfort and tranquility await. The queen-size bed is super comfy and the adjoining kitchenette has everything you need, while the compact bathroom offers all essentials. Unwind on the covered deck with a BBQ or take a stroll along Tahakopa river walking track just 100m away.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins

Cosy semi-detached cabin with super comfortable queen-size bed and couch. Adjoining kitchenette with all utensils, crockery etc. Compact bathroom with shower, basin and toilet. Utility room with large fridge/freezer. Heating in all rooms and electric blanket on bed. All connected to covered deck area with glass top table and seating and a large BBQ. Surrounded by large established gardens and rural farmland. Tahakopa river walking track just100m away. Off street parking.

Property manager

Ray Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Tahakopa is home to this cabin. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matai Falls and Purakaunui Falls.
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Map
Tahakopa, Otago

What's nearby

  • Matai Falls - 23 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Catlins Lake - 33 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Purakaunui Falls - 37 min drive - 24.1 km
  • McLean Falls - 42 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Curio Bay Beach - 58 min drive - 63.3 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peake's Kitchen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Whistling Frog Cafe & Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Whistling Frog Cafe & Motels - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Little Rocket - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ?

As of 25 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins on 26 Aug 2025 start from AU$177.31, 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 Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins located?

Situated in Tahakopa, this cabin is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Matai Falls and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Purakaunui Falls. Cathedral Caves and Catlins Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly host and well maintained property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff, very homey, clean, comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Alistair O.

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

Country comfort

Spacious and comfortable with amazing views and terrific facilities. Wonderful location and very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin is stretching the description a little bit. Pretty remote if that is what you are looking for and a long drive along an unsealed road.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

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

Peaceful retreat

We loved our stay, it was peaceful and quiet. Great location surrounded by pretty paddocks and countryside. Handy spot for day trips and sightseeing in the area. Lovely and friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

In the Catlins

The Catlins and surrounding coast are well worth a look in any extended NZ trip. Ray and Tania’s cosy cabin was as described. Great hosts, Ray had great advice about what to see and do. A little gravel road for 7km to reach an isolated small rural town far away from the crowds. Clean. Excellent outdoor area with BBQ. Rustic cabin adjoining the main house with attached private kitchenette and bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthias K.

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

nice talking

the owner of the property was very very friendly with a good humor. we really enjoyed the discussions with him and the tips we got for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Something unexpected

Pleasant bedroom/sitting area. Did not realise you had to literally go outside to get to bathroom, kitchen and fridge freezer when we booked! The freezer was crammed so we could not put our bits in. It was really cold the night we stayed so hubby got really cold going to bathroom in the night!😬 Ownwer ery nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Real.country experience

We were looking for country experiences on our trip to NZ and this was a great stop with a very friendly host. Ray was watching for us at the driveway to his quaint setting. Beautiful flowers and trees nestled near a river with pastures of sheep. Ray offered alot of info regarding nearby sites and lifestyle in his part of NZ. The property is small and separate rooms for fridge and kitchen/bathroom which is detailed on his site.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Ludwig B.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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