Title: Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins - 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 cabin # Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins Cabin in Tahakopa with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ![Outdoor dining - Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins (Tahakopa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/82dcfcb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins (Tahakopa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/5257a8bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins (Tahakopa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/66ee01d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins (Tahakopa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/1db0060d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins (Tahakopa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/5b0e4069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a rural retreat in this charming cabin, where comfort and tranquility await. The queen-size bed is super comfy and the adjoining kitchenette has everything you need, while the compact bathroom offers all essentials. Unwind on the covered deck with a BBQ or take a stroll along Tahakopa river walking track just 100m away. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins Cosy semi-detached cabin with super comfortable queen-size bed and couch. Adjoining kitchenette with all utensils, crockery etc. Compact bathroom with shower, basin and toilet. Utility room with large fridge/freezer. Heating in all rooms and electric blanket on bed. All connected to covered deck area with glass top table and seating and a large BBQ. Surrounded by large established gardens and rural farmland. Tahakopa river walking track just100m away. Off street parking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61490000/61486800/61486794/94e3826f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unwind in style: historic villa with a hint of luxury in the heart of Owaka Owaka - 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-46.51778,169.38658&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%60s%7BzGcizh_%40%3FU%3FW%3FU%3FW%40U%40W%40S%40Y%40S%40UBW%40UBUBWBUBSBUBUDSDUBUDSDUDUFSDUDQFUFUDQHQFUFQFQHUFQHQHQHOHQHQHOHQHMJQJOHOJMJOJOJMJKLOJKJOLKJKLKJKLKLILKLILKLGLINILGLGLGLGNELENINELANENELCNENCLANCNAN%3FNCLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40NBN%3FN%40NBL%40NBNDLBNDNDL%40NDLHNDLDNFLFLFLFNHLHLFLJLHLJLHLJJJLJJJLJJNJJLNJJJLJNJNJLHNJNHPJLHPHNHPHPHNHPHPFPHTFPFPFRFRFPFTFTDPDTFRDTDTDRBTDTDRBTBTBRBTBVBT%40T%40VBT%40R%40X%40R%40V%40T%3FV%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FR%3FXARAVATAVATCTAVATCRCVCTCTCTCRETETCRETETERGTETEPGTGTGNGTGPGPGRIRGPIRIPILIPIPINIPKNIPKNINKLKNKLKNKJMNKJKLMLKJMJKJMJMHMJMFMLMFMFOHMHMFMDOHMDODMFOFM%40ODODMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40MBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCOAO%3FOCOAMCOAOEMCOEOEMAOGOGMEOEMIMEMGMIOIMGMGMMMGMKMIMKKKMKKKMMKMKKMOKKKOKMKOKMIOKOKQIOIQIOIQIQIMIQISGQISGSGQGSISEOGUGUEQEUGUESEUEUCSEUEUCSCUCUCUCWCSAUCWAUAUAWAUAWAS%3FY%3FS%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D97w81ZTkXDLW0LQtJF2qndG4oM=) Tahakopa, Otago #### What's nearby - Matai Falls \- 22 min drive \- 13.3 km - Catlins Lake \- 30 min drive \- 29.1 km - Purakaunui Falls \- 36 min drive \- 24.1 km - McLean Falls \- 40 min drive \- 28.7 km - Curio Bay Petrified Forest \- 54 min drive \- 65.4 km #### Getting around - Invercargill (IVC) - 132 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Peake's Kitchen - ‬18 min drive - ‪The Little Rocket - ‬18 min drive - ‪The Whistling Frog - ‬26 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ? ### What time is check-out at Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ? ### Where is Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 7.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Leslie Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Friendly staff, very homey, clean, comfortable ##### Leslie ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alistair O. Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country comfort Spacious and comfortable with amazing views and terrific facilities. Wonderful location and very friendly and helpful hosts. ##### Alistair O. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duncan B. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat We loved our stay, it was peaceful and quiet. Great location surrounded by pretty paddocks and countryside. Handy spot for day trips and sightseeing in the area. Lovely and friendly hosts. ##### Duncan B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paul Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin is stretching the description a little bit. Pretty remote if that is what you are looking for and a long drive along an unsealed road. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthias K. Mar 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### nice talking the owner of the property was very very friendly with a good humor. we really enjoyed the discussions with him and the tips we got for the area. ##### Matthias K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark S. Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In the Catlins The Catlins and surrounding coast are well worth a look in any extended NZ trip. Ray and Tania’s cosy cabin was as described. Great hosts, Ray had great advice about what to see and do. A little gravel road for 7km to reach an isolated small rural town far away from the crowds. Clean. Excellent outdoor area with BBQ. Rustic cabin adjoining the main house with attached private kitchenette and bathroom ##### Mark S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn H. Apr 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Real.country experience We were looking for country experiences on our trip to NZ and this was a great stop with a very friendly host. Ray was watching for us at the driveway to his quaint setting. Beautiful flowers and trees nestled near a river with pastures of sheep. Ray offered alot of info regarding nearby sites and lifestyle in his part of NZ. The property is small and separate rooms for fridge and kitchen/bathroom which is detailed on his site. ##### Carolyn H. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan H. Nov 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Something unexpected Pleasant bedroom/sitting area. Did not realise you had to literally go outside to get to bathroom, kitchen and fridge freezer when we booked! The freezer was crammed so we could not put our bits in. It was really cold the night we stayed so hubby got really cold going to bathroom in the night!😬 Ownwer ery nice and friendly. ##### Susan H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very friendly host and well maintained property ##### Olivia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Ludwig B. Mar 19, 2025 ##### Ludwig B. 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