[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! Family-friendly vacation home in Hapuku with free breakfast ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/18484a14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/db4369af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/ea061057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/62147098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30097900/30097852/0dcd356d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a hilltop, Cubby House Stay offers a unique retreat with elevated views over farmlands to the sea and Seaward Kaikoura Ranges. Enjoy your own private 2-storey house with 3 bedrooms, piano, guitar and wall hung TV for entertainment; wake up to bird song and distant ocean sounds. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! We aren't just a stay in a room - we are an experience you will remember! If you are travelling alone, a couple, a family or friends on tour - LOOK NO FURTHER! A clean, unique, private, very cosy, 2 storey, 3 bedroom house all to yourself. Situated on a small hill with magnificent views over farmlands to the sea & back to the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges and township. You will not be disappointed with the elevated views, the property, our friendly animals, or us! We are offering our guests to come and experience some of our lifestyle and your stay is in a unique and quirky 3 bedroom house built mostly from recycled and reclaimed materials. Your house is clean, self contained and makes this an affordable holiday accommodation with stunning views, peace and privacy that you will remember! 3 bedrooms & can sleep 6+. Downstairs: 2 bedrooms 1 with a Queen and the other with 2 single beds and a cot. Loungeroom has comfortable lounges, a wall hung tv with heaps of streaming services (netflix, sky, neon, disney+, tvnz, prime). Chess set that is just awesome, a huge amount of board games to keep everyone entertained. Piano, guitar. Laundry with washing machine and cleaning products, dryer. Bathroom with shower and small bath combination, shampoo, conditioner, soaps and all towels and linens provided. Upstairs is an open plan if you think loft/studio style containing a king bed, kitchen, dining table and small sitting area with a queen pull out sofa bed, fantastic elevated views of mountains, farmlands, sea and township. Again, the Cubby House Stay is well stocked and should surprise you. We are perched on a hill top, a short 8 minute scenic drive north of Kaikoura, the Cubby House is easily accessible from the main State Highway 1 in a rural setting with never ending views. These stunning views over farmlands from the mountains to the sea will take your breath away. Wake up to bird song, including Tuis and Bellbirds, and the distant sound of the ocean. The Cubby House is private and peaceful as it is just us here and we are up the drive in a seperate house. Yes, we are ideal for those who are travelling alone, couple, 2 couples travelling together or a family or small group up to 6 people. Our farm animals and pets have quirky personalities and love to be patted, scratched and hand fed - you will love getting up close to the animals if you choose to and we will even take the photos of you and animals so you can totally enjoy your experience. You wont be disappointed! Special conditions: NOTE: THERE IS NO SMOKING in or around the property! if you absolutely must please see us before you light up! All children and additional guests are charged at the additional guest rate of $40 per person (ages 0-99) as we don’t age discriminate here! :-) There is a cot set up in the single room and also have a port a cot available if required. Wifi - YES we have wifi - code will be given in an email prior to your arrival. CLEANING - all we ask is that you rinse and place your used kitchen utensils pots, pans, glasses, plates etc in the dishwasher. If you play board games that they are packed away properly again so pieces aren’t missing. . This is your own 2 storey house with the comforts of home. It is private. Breakfast is also supplied in the house so you can cook whenever you are ready. THE LAYOUT: DOWNSTAIRS: Laundry (Washer & Dryer), Bathroom (shower & bath combination), Lounge room, TV, games, 2 separate bedrooms - one with a queen size bed & the other with 2 single beds. A deck outside the lounge room with table and chairs to sit back and enjoy the views. UPSTAIRS: is just like an open plan studio/loft apartment. 1 x King size bed, kitchen with everything you will need to cook with - want something else just ask us. Dining table and small lounge/sitting with a queen size pull out sofa bed area plus a deck to get the best elevated views of the deck below. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257600/45257546/be455344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Magical place to relax and unwind. 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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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Not Just a Stay we are a Stay Experience you Will Remember! Not Just Stay we are Stay Experience you Will Remember House Not Just Stay we are Stay Experience you Will Remember House Not Just Stay we are Stay Experience you Will Remember Not Just a Stay we are a Stay Experience you Will Remember! Not Just a Stay we are a Stay Experience you Will Remember! NOT Just A Stay we are a Stay Experience you Will Remember! ## About the area Located in Hapuku, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Hapuku travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hapuku.dx6048105) [View more Vacation homes in Hapuku](https://www.expedia.ca/Hapuku-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6048105-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-42.33133%2C173.70192&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BCPA2jIgqG6Y7NBAZzwJIVL7cYY=) Kaikoura Township, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Kaikoura Beach - 5 min drive - 6.9 km - Kaikoura District Museum - 10 min drive - 11.2 km - Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 11 min drive - 12.9 km - Peninsula Walkway - 16 min drive - 14.4 km - Point Kean Seal Colony - 18 min drive - 15.5 km ### Getting around - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 144 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬10 min drive - ‪Coopers Catch - ‬9 min drive - ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬10 min drive - ‪Cods n Cray - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!? > As of Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $441.35, 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/Kaikoura-Hotels-NOT-Just-A-Stay.h30097852.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! located? > Located by the sea, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum, and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park and Peninsula Walkway are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember! Reviews 9.8 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne-Claire F. Nov 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful New Zealand Experience Wonderful stay at Cubby House in Kaikoura! Leanne and Richard have created an oasis complete with an amazing view and friendly-furry-4-legged greeters. We traveled in NZ for over 2 weeks and Cubby House was the only place we stayed that had this level of charm, the most amazing coffee machine ever, and a fridge full of wonderful breakfast ingredients. If the opportunity arises, we will certainly be back. ##### Anne-Claire F. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anton, Reno NV Jan 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Richard and LeAnne are wonderful hosts with a beautiful property. The stay was an adventure on its own with LeAnne giving us a tour of animals that was better than any petting zoo. Everyone loved the stay and we are sure to book again. ##### Anton Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Oct 7, 2020 #### This is a very unique property with a real heritage, a lot of character and views to die for. This is a very unique property with a real heritage, a lot of character and views to die for. My son really enjoyed the daily routine of feeding pigs, collecting eggs and giving carrots to the donkey and the sheep. We had a great time. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ulf S., Canterbury, United Kingdom Apr 6, 2019 #### A place to inspire This is a truly magnificent place, high above the Kaikoura bay, with the snow-capped mountains in the distance, you will feel both inspired and welcome, a million miles away from home. ##### Ulf S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Chris B. Sep 2, 2018 #### Great spot with unique views of Kaikoura Great spot with unique views of Kaikoura. Close to town. ##### Chris B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea D. Jun 13, 2018 #### Charming and unique house on an amazing piece of property Charming and unique house on an amazing piece of property. ##### Andrea D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jim C. May 5, 2018 #### We loved the open loft style with stunning views back towards Kaikoura, down the driveway and back t We loved the open loft style with stunning views back towards Kaikoura, down the driveway and back towards the mountains ##### Jim C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy F., Beaverton, Oregon Nov 15, 2017 #### We absolutely loved our stay at the Artist's Retreat. We absolutely loved our stay at the Artist's Retreat. The views from every window are spectacular. The cottage itself has so much charm and character. Our favorite part was waking up, making great coffee and eggs in the kitchen and just enjoying the morning views from the balcony. This is a beautiful community to spend time in, and the Artist's Retreat is the BEST place to stay. ##### Tammy F. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Apr 11, 2017 #### Incredibly scenic and peaceful, but still fairly close to the Kaikoura township. Incredibly scenic and peaceful, but still fairly close to the Kaikoura township. Lots of character and charm. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Mar 20, 2017 #### Great place for a young family with a child, we can say that much! Great place for a young family with a child, we can say that much! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 7, 2016 #### The property is absolutely beautiful, waking up to the most beautiful view. The property is absolutely beautiful, waking up to the most beautiful view. Would recommend to anyone. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Oct 6, 2016 #### Lovely setting with fabulous landscape. Lovely setting with fabulous landscape. Fun and funky house. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 30, 2016 #### A unique rustic property on a mini farm a short drive from the hustle of town. A unique rustic property on a mini farm a short drive from the hustle of town. We found it very relaxing. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 23, 2016 #### Stunning location between snow-capped mountains and the sea, just unbelievably beautiful. Stunning location between snow-capped mountains and the sea, just unbelievably beautiful. The house was much larger than I needed but cozy upstairs with high wood-beamed ceilings, a balcony, fully-provided kitchen, and a very comfortable bed. I'd love to come back with family and use all the space (and kids would love the animals--as did I, to be honest), but I'd come back alone again in a second as well. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Apr 30, 2016 #### Peaceful spot with great views. Peaceful spot with great views. Away from busyness of kaikoura but only a five minute drive from good coffee. We loved feeding the animals too. Bach is well equipped and the real fire keeps it warm This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Mar 1, 2016 #### The property?s location is so unique ? has a wonderful view towards Kaikoura bay. The property?s location is so unique ? has a wonderful view towards Kaikoura bay. So full of character being made of many recycled materials. Comfortable and cosy. Bob?s memorabilia in the garage was so awe inspiring and took us into the past. Would certainly return if in the area. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 19, 2016 #### 5 stars rate 5 stars rate This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 17, 2016 #### We loved our stay at Artist's Retreat. We loved our stay at Artist's Retreat. Just wish we had had more time, to have spent longer there. A stunning and tranquil place to stay, with amazing views across to Kaikoura. Bob and Karen were warm hosts, with beautiful little fresh flowers to welcome us - a special touch, thank you. Highly recommended! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Jan 27, 2016 #### It is rustic - a bit rough in places but that all adds to the charm. It is rustic - a bit rough in places but that all adds to the charm. It was warm and comfortable. The view was stunning. The kids loved the animals. My only suggestion at improving it would be a knife sharpener! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jan 19, 2016 #### My mum, sister and I stayed here for 2nights in January. My mum, sister and I stayed here for 2nights in January. We spent the whole month traveling around NZ and this was by far the best place we stayed! The views of the sea and mountains are amazing and you get to enjoy it all to yourselves. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jan 10, 2016 #### This place, the buildings, the garden, the views and surroundings and the hosts too are unique. This place, the buildings, the garden, the views and surroundings and the hosts too are unique. The retreat, like their private house, is constructed as something with a lot of history and in grand dimensions, yet is 20 years young. The very creative use of recycled building components makes you want to just stay in and around the house and go nowhere. Make sure you talk to Bob and Karen. And dont overlook the lovely farm animals. We will be back for sure. And for more days and with friends. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jan 6, 2016 #### Absolutely stunning views, and very quirky character home, a true "artists retreat" lov Absolutely stunning views, and very quirky character home, a true "artists retreat" loved the animals especially the rather 'ram'bunctious goat, we all had a fantastic stay, pity it was only 2 nights, highly recommend This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Dec 24, 2015 #### What a magical place to spend Christmas. What a magical place to spend Christmas. We loved every minute of our stay here. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, the Artist's Retreat was cozy, comfortable and great to come "home" to after visits to Kaikoura and surrounds. Views are amazing. Kids loved doing the rounds to feed the animals each day. Bob and Karen were welcoming and friendly - thanks for the Christmas cards etc! Will definitely be recommending this property to friends in future. Loved it. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Dec 9, 2015 #### Amazing views and surroundings. Amazing views and surroundings. The property is quite unique and full of character. Everything you could need is provided This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Nov 26, 2015 #### Thanks great stay. Thanks great stay.