Title: South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 Vacation home in Kaikōura with kitchen ## Photo gallery for South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 ![Exterior - South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207900/118207879/0f5a5391.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207900/118207879/90e01daf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207900/118207879/7ee072ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207900/118207879/597aaf7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118210000/118207900/118207879/595bac52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms915 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 Step back in time at this cosy, classic Kiwi bach in the heart of South Bay. Pre-loved and full of family character, it feels like summer holidays from way back. Just a short stroll to the beach and marina. This place is perfect for relaxed getaways and salty swims. This bach also offers a gas fire and electric heaters with an outdoor sink for cleaning fish after your day out on the water! Please note: a sleepout is available on request and can accommodate up to 4 guests - great for a bunch of kids! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 915 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26680000/26674200/26674145/64079e6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Quiet | 3BR | Decks | Wi-Fi | BBQ | Views Kaikoura Township - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 65 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=26674145&PinnedHotelID=26674145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124290000/124289800/124289732/0377abde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Driftwood Villa - KK26166 Kaikōura - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Microwave CA $322 CA $505 total includes taxes & fees Feb 2 - Feb 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=124289732&PinnedHotelID=124289732&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120720000/120718400/120718390/a35aaf06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Outlook - KK2565 South Bay - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning CA $171 CA $277 total includes taxes & fees Feb 2 - Feb 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=120718390&PinnedHotelID=120718390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/1e8949c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as close-to-home-SOUTH-BAY-PDE-126 ## About the area Located by the sea, this vacation home is in South Bay, a neighborhood in Kaikōura. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Kaikōura travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura.dx6048104) [View more Vacation homes in Kaikōura](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6048104-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.42320%2C173.68260&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=djNPRV3J4Dkd7GeoqA-dnJJD_Bw=) Kaikoura ### What's nearby - ![#lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048104/48604612-b36c-47f7-ac3e-e2fc502369fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kaikoura Beach 3 min drive \- 3.3 km - ![Peninsula Walkway which includes general coastal views, mountains and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/abd8a928-b02b-46da-a8cc-b37655f7d01e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Peninsula Walkway 6 min drive \- 4.3 km - Fyffe House 5 min drive \- 4.3 km - Point Kean Seal Colony 9 min drive \- 5.4 km - Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park 14 min drive \- 15.4 km ### Restaurants - The Whaler 5 min drive - Why Not Cafe 5 min drive - Kaikoura Seafood BBQ 8 min drive - King Tide Eatery 5 min drive - Cafe Encounter 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126? ### What time is check-out at South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126? ### Where is South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126 located? ## Have a question? 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