Title: Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100871700/100871633/w1024h681x0y0-2981392e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100871700/100871633/00d32da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100871700/100871633/0a298819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100871700/100871633/a08a0e25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100871700/100871633/88a20bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Tranquility Tiny House in South Island, New Zealand, and experience the slow and laidback lifestyle. Nestled in The Catlins, this 139 square-feet tiny home offers easy access to water, a kitchenette with cooking equipment, a bathroom with an eco-friendly cassette toilet and shower. Explore the surrounding native vegetation and birdlife or visit nearby attractions like Purakaunui Falls or Nugget Point. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away Summary: Escape the drowning pressures of city life and experience the slow and laidback lifestyle at Tranquility Tiny House in South Island, New Zealand. It's one of the tiny house rentals surrounded by abundant vegetation and native birdlife (such as Tui, Bellbird, Kereru, etc.) to keep you company. Nestled in the heart of The Catlins, Tranquility is the perfect base to explore the local flora and fauna, beaches, bays, and much, much more. The Space: Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away is located in the small town of Owaka, situated in the remote south with minimal light pollution, The Catlins offers the perfect setting to witness the breathtaking Aurora Australis. Nearby Purakaunui Falls, Nugget Point, McLean Falls, and Owaka Museum are just a few of the attractions in the area. A comfortable 139 square-feet tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use. If you plan to spend your holiday homes NZ escape here, we advise that you bring your own food, although there is a small supermarket and several local eateries just 5 minutes drive away. Thank you. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that we have a second tiny house called "Pekapeka Tiny House" on the property. If you plan to book in groups, please contact your land host 24 hours in advance. Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surrounding areas, except the land host's private residence. Guests are allowed to explore the property, however, as part of our Qualmark certification, they must first go through a health and safety briefing before signing a waiver. Please keep in mind that there are no significant hazards on the property that would endanger our guests and that this is simply a routine from guest to land host. The Neighborhood: Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away sits in the small town of Owaka, South Otago close to Catlins. The ideal holiday homes NZ escape, where you can explore natural attractions such as native forests, beaches, bays, waterfalls, caves, and more. Our local recommendations: \- Catlins Horse Trek is also one of the popular trails for horse riding. \- Purakaunui Falls is a cascading three-tiered waterfall located in the heart of Catlins Forest Park. \- Nugget Point on the Catlins coast offers panoramic views, an iconic lighthouse, fur seals, rare penguins, sea lions, and gannets. Stroll to Roaring Bay for a chance to see yellow-eyed penguins. \- McLean Falls is a must-see waterfall in New Zealand. Listen to the native birds as you walk through beautiful Southland bush to a spectacular 22 metre cascade waterfall surrounded on both sides by dark-green mossy rocks. \- Teapot Land is a popular attraction with Renwick's quirky collection of teapots displayed at Owaka, Catlin. \- The Catlins offers a wide range of natural attractions such as native forests, sandy beaches, sparkling bays, cascading waterfalls, and many more. \- Owaka Museum and Catlins Information Centre - Wahi Kahuika - you can find more information here: https://www.nzmuseums.co.nz/collections/3021/owaka-museum-and-catlins-information-centre-wahi-kahuika-the-meeting-place-a-rest-on-your-journey Getting Around: By car: Earthlore is 2km from the Owaka township on the road to Jack’s Bay. The southern scenic route is tar sealed but there are numerous gravel roads in the area. By public transport: No public transports are available, but we do have a courtesy van for up to 6 passengers. If you're interested, please contact the land host 24 hours in advance to make the necessary arrangements. Thank you. Other Things to Note: \- Pets are not allowed on the property \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- Patchy mobile reception with Telcom and Vodafone \- No smoking or vaping inside, except in designated (or outside) areas \- Please be advised that we have donkeys and sheep on our property \- Please do not enter animal paddocks without the land host's permission \- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge \- If you're interested in petting our mammal friends, please contact your land host to make arrangements \- Make sure to turn off the lights, air conditioning, and electronics, close windows, and lock doors when leaving the house Guest Advisory \- We would like to remind guests that our tiny house follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a waterless eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank. \- Due to recent heavy rains, some earthworks are currently underway around the property. We are doing our best to minimise any disruption, and we appreciate your understanding during this time. Important note: \- BBQ and outdoor fire pit are not available \- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property \- Please note there are many native birds living here and their birdsong can be loud at times \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the \[compost/cassette\] toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 155 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 638970664ebf95002a99cf97 ## About the area Owaka is home to this vacation home. Nugget Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. [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-46.46537%2C169.66139&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UV-RXacTSIoj-x2h1LpRj1UCZGY=) Owaka, Otago ### What's nearby - Catlins Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Teapot World - 6 min drive - 4.0 km - Kaka Point Beach - 20 min drive - 21.7 km - Cannibal Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 15.8 km - Nugget Point Lighthouse - 42 min drive - 28.5 km ### Getting around - Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 83 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Catlins Cafe And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kūkū Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬4 min drive - ‪LumberJack - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away? > As of Sept 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away on Sept 21, 2025 start from CA $214.03, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Owaka-Hotels-Tranquility-Tiny-House.h100871633.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away located? > Situated in Owaka, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Catlins Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Teapot World. Jack's Blowhole and Purakaunui Falls are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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