Title: Catlins Lake Sanctuary - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21233539&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Catlins Lake Sanctuary ## Photo gallery for Catlins Lake Sanctuary ![View from property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/66c90db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/089eefa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/ce3f9f08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Catlins Lake Sanctuary, 2 bedrooms - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/a7b90b6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Catlins Lake Sanctuary (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/2d6d42fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Catlins Lake Sanctuary provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Catlins Lake Sanctuary This vacation home features laundry facilities, a garden, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The vacation home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat tours nearby - 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Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Owaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Owaka.dx6196349) [View more Vacation homes in Owaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Owaka-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6196349-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-46.46834%2C169.65760&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eHLUtcUe-dKT_4euZm1eE8rPRLI=) 193 Hina Hina Road, Owaka, 9586 ### What's nearby - ![Purakaunui Falls which includes a waterfall and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113124/ba532283-d80c-4289-a0f1-37793eb4e667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Purakaunui Falls 21 min drive \- 13.0 km - ![Nugget Point Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse, a bay or harbour and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113118/b9fb33d0-f298-4782-9639-847980498e10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nugget Point Lighthouse 40 min drive \- 29.2 km - ![McLean Falls which includes a river or creek, forests and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113130/1d596548-86cf-4671-9f36-6b905bbcc297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) McLean Falls 48 min drive \- 54.6 km - Catlins Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Kaka Point Beach 18 min drive \- 22.4 km ### Restaurants - Catlins Cafe And Restaurant 5 min drive - Tahatika Coffee Traders 5 min drive - LumberJack 5 min drive - Kurumi Kitchen 5 min drive - Kūkū Coffee 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Catlins Lake Sanctuary pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Catlins Lake Sanctuary? ### What time is check-out at Catlins Lake Sanctuary? ### Where is Catlins Lake Sanctuary located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Catlins Lake Sanctuary Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele Feb 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great base camp for exploring the Catlins This was a great base camp for exploring the Catlins. Beds were clean and comfortable, although I felt I had to wipe down the kitchen before using it. The property was amazing! Beautiful views of the estuary, a peaceful place to walk in the mornings, and good view of stars at night. ##### Michele Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 13, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was paradise the views over the lakes and hills, the rainbows. The house was so cosy and easily heated with the open fire. Birds everywhere, I can’t wait to go back. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Apr 22, 2019 Liked: Staff & service No Frills house with a million dollar view. So quite and peaceful. Loved being able to use the fireplace and there was plenty of chopped wood. I am guessing this house is a work in progress as there is lots of construction waste about. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very comfortable house to stay in with great views an only a few minutes from Owaka. We loved the stay and would definitely come back to stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 21, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Maple Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Maple-Lodge.h1862628.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakefront Luxury](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Lakefront-Luxury.h37329794.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakeview Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lakeview-Cottage.h37916190.Hotel-Information) > - [Possum Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Manapouri-Hotels-Possum-Lodge.h76981300.Hotel-Information) > - [Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven](https://www.expedia.ca/Waihi-Beach-Hotels-Beachaven-Top-10-Holiday-Park.h9624344.Hotel-Information) > - [The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-The-White-Elephant-Accommodation.h9624615.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-Motueka-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h7015031.Hotel-Information) > - [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > - [The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Benhar-Hotels-The-Fern-Thistle-Accommodation.h55531272.Hotel-Information) > - [Te Anau Central Backpackers](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Central-Backpackers.h84134490.Hotel-Information) > - [Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier](https://www.expedia.ca/Fox-Glacier-Hotels-Mt-Cook-View-Motel.h7275200.Hotel-Information) > - [Distinction Luxmore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Luxmore-Hotel.h519248.Hotel-Information) > - [Horse and Jockey Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Horse-And-Jockey-Inn.h29357900.Hotel-Information) > - [Two Rivers Boutique Lodge Ohakune](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Two-Rivers-Ohakune.h109320695.Hotel-Information) > - [Westwood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Westwood-Lodge.h1030417.Hotel-Information) > - [The Kaka Point Motels](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) > - [Ohakune TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Ohakune-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h33230446.Hotel-Information) > - [Abel Tasman Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Marahau-Hotels-Abel-Tasman-Lodge.h20040118.Hotel-Information) > - [Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Martinborough-Hotels-Prodigal-Daughter-Gourmet-Lodge.h39405385.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakeview Colonial Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Colonial-Village-Motel.h11453583.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information) > - [Falcons Nest](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Falcons-Nest.h31053004.Hotel-Information) > - [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakes Lodge Okataina](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Okataina-Hotels-Lakes-Lodge-Okataina.h88669411.Hotel-Information) > - [Ruapehu Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Ruapehu-Country-Lodge.h9625899.Hotel-Information) > - [Mohaka River Farm - Campsite](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Haroto-Hotels-Mohaka-River-Farm.h44895522.Hotel-Information) > - [Carrick Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cromwell-Hotels-Carrick-Lodge-Motel.h9626119.Hotel-Information) > - [Kaikoura Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information)