Title: Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106423095&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views Family-friendly vacation home in Kaikōura ## Photo gallery for Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views ![Outdoor dining - Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/5dc1e334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/044eeb3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/e9ae96b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/21c55a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423100/106423095/9d0a3afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hilltop, this house boasts 180-degree ocean views and mountain vistas. Enjoy the private surroundings, lounge with smart TV, massive outdoor dining area with stunning views and unwind over board games or puzzles. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views Located on a hill top overlooking the Kaikoura coast, This house offers stunning uninterrupted 180 degree ocean views at the front with mountain views at the back. Dolphins often cruise in the bay below for the most eagle-eyed viewer. This home is very private and is surrounded by green paddocks and far from its neighbours. You will find a well-equipped functional kitchen and lounge with a smart TV . This house also has a massive outdoor dining area where you can sit and enjoy the amazing views this house has to offer. Also provided are board games and puzzles. Full bathroom complete with laundry facilities. Plenty of onsite parking for your vehicles. You will have access to the entire house. The home is located up a steep driveway. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the sea ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34429000/34428905/0cbe0018.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Three bedroom cottage with stunning panoramic views of the sea and mountains. 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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-STATE-HWY-1 ## About the area Located in Kaikōura, 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. [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-42.41095%2C173.66946&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aHdoZ5Q2FXf4J2oR3HBnbYxe16c=) 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 2 min drive \- 2.2 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 5 min drive \- 4.6 km - Kaikoura District Museum 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Kaikoura Museum 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park 13 min drive \- 14.4 km ### Restaurants - The Whaler 3 min drive - Why Not Cafe 3 min drive - Kaikoura Seafood BBQ 6 min drive - King Tide Eatery 3 min drive - Cafe Encounter 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views? ### What time is check-out at Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views? ### Where is Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views - KK2140, Private | Expansive Ocean and Mountain Views 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 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tong Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The house faces the sea and is backed by green mountains, which is particularly suitable for vacation living. We will come again next time we are on vacation! ##### Tong Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick 1 night getaway Great location with stunning views just uphill of the highway. Easy access to South Bay and the Kaikoura town center. Beds were comfortable and the house has recently been updated. No dining table inside the bach so you have to eat in the living room, but a good outside table in fine weather (with amazing views). ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie M. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We all love this place and the view was amazing, day and night. We will stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/571f805b-e253-4c99-8eb1-2bbe80a7552e-1756055254280.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/24699878-7cc9-460a-95e8-f5921c1cddef-1756055254490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65d014e7-60ad-4565-860a-b31c6852d00f-1756055253994.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19f877d7-eca8-4fa7-bb1e-595431484812-1756055255182.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melanie M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine N. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Bleak weather unfortunately Comfortable home Wifi unreliable ; assistance with this was appreciated ##### Catherine N. 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