Title: The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! - 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 apartment # The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! Apartment in Pigeon Bay with a hot tub and a sauna ## Photo gallery for The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! ![Property grounds - The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! (Pigeon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119950000/119949100/119949096/e3fd5b08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! 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(Pigeon Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119950000/119949100/119949096/8087336b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! provides amenities like a sauna and a hot tub. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! Welcome to The Mud House, an inviting, private earth house located in the picturesque Pigeon Bay, nestled on a permaculture property within the stunning region of Banks Peninsula, New Zealand. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat, this unique accommodation comfortably accommodates up to 2 guests in a double bed, ensuring a cozy and intimate atmosphere. This adobe studio is open plan, with a cozy log burner and a kitchen with a gas stovetop (no oven, as on solar power). The property has a wood-fired sauna, outdoor firebath, outdoor shower with forest view, outdoor composting toilet and beautiful views over Pigeon Bay. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### 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) ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36300000/36291200/36291189/d0ddd1ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overton Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=36291189&PinnedHotelID=36291189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122630000/122624100/122624038/59a17eaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Off-Grid Tiny-House Escape - Manu Waiata Allandale - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=122624038&PinnedHotelID=122624038&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91130000/91129200/91129123/w3108h2308x78y64-ace36972.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Garden Oasis Diamond Harbour - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=91129123&PinnedHotelID=91129123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72530000/72522300/72522216/bdcc2846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matagouri Cottage - Port Levy Holiday Home Port Levy - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space 8.4 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=72522216&PinnedHotelID=72522216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119790000/119783600/119783524/80b3e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy rustic escape surrounded by nature Peraki CA $122 CA $180 total includes taxes & fees Feb 10 - Feb 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=119783524&PinnedHotelID=119783524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37962900/37962863/a8656b95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hector's Tiny House - Akaroa Holiday Home Duvauclle,Robinson's Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=37962863&PinnedHotelID=37962863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112060500/112060438/9b345333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Sky Retreat - beautiful house and glamping yurts overlooking Akaroa Harbour. 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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 ## About the area Pigeon Bay is home to this apartment. Akaroa Lighthouse and Britomart Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Akaroa Golf Club and Lyttelton Harbour. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lance I. Sep 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy High recommend we have had such a great stay so good sauna bath everything ##### Lance I. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane G. Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing place to stay log burner and outdoor bath were greatloved the location clean and tidy and good facilities host was very good and healpful with great communication we would defintly stay againcheers shane and Debbie ##### Shane G. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh H. Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy awesome stay. Nice view. Cool adventure getting there. Clean and well maintained. Overall would love to come back! ##### Josh H. 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