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The Little Black House

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Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to this secluded retreat, nestled on a rural block near Hapuku river bike trails and surf breaks. From the comfort of your bed or sofa, take in the views out to sea and over Kaikoura while watching Bellbirds and Tuis feed from surrounding trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$463
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Little Black House

Situated 8km north of Kaikoura on a rural block of land close to the Hapuku river bike trails and local surf breaks.

It’s a small house with luxury fittings. Enjoy the view out to sea and over Kaikoura from the comfort of your bed....or lay on the sofa and open the windows to watch the Bellbirds and Tuis feeding from the trees surrounding the house.

The house has two raised mezzanine floors - with a King Single on one, and a Queen bed on the other. The living room has a sofa that can be utilised as a further single bed if required, and a cot is avaliable on request. Please note, the mezzanine floors are accessed via a steep staircase.

We would love to host you in our contemporary designed little black house. Please come stay and forget about your worries with us.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 323 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please be mindful that stock (horse/sheep) may be on site and you are responsible for ensuring any pets are controlled.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Animals to have their own sleeping set up.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Hapuku, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 19 min drive - 18.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Indian Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Black House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Little Black House?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Black House on 2 Sept 2025 start from NZ$462.7, including 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Little Black House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Black House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Black House located?

Situated in Hapuku, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park and Fyffe House are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Little Black House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning location, warm home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Country Idyll close to Kaikoura

The Little Black House, in a beautiful rural settling, is only minutes from Kaikoura town. Modern, contemporary interior underfloor heating, amid thoughtful landscaping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect bach!

Lovely spot to spend a few days in the Kaikoura region. Perfectly appointed with everything we needed. Thanks for being such a great host, Tom. We’ll return as soon as the wind blows us back across the Tasman!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and nice small touches

The Tiny house is very new and clean and tidy. Nice bedding, well equipped kitchen. The loft really is quite low and the ladder is quite steep. The bathroom is outside. Very close to Kaikoura town and walking tracks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT Little Black House

The Little Black House will not disappoint any new visitor. The house is incredibly well equipped with all the amenities for a relaxing, and chilled break away. The interior is of a very high spec and the soft furnishings are beautiful. The bathroom facilities were more than ideal, and the shower was lush. The mountain views one side and sea views on the other are a lovely contrast to the eye. I'll definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location, comfortable accommodation

We were very late checking in because of a delayed ferry sailing but Hamish was so accommodating and helpful, we couldn't have asked for more. The location is peaceful with incredible views towards the sea and the mountains, and a beautiful night sky. Wish we could have stayed longer - we will go back. My only precaution is for people who have mobility issues as getting to the bedrooms involves climbing a ladder and the ceiling in the bedrooms is low. But it worked well for three mobile adults - just depends on what you are up for.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice!

Really quaint building Stairs up to both beds but like climbing a bunk bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024