Vacation Cottage Rental in the Catlins near Dunedin in New Zealand

Cottage in The Catlins, South Island

6 guests • 1 bedroom • 3 beds • 1 bathroom

5.0
• 3 reviews

Features and services

Most popular features

  • Wi-Fi/Internet

  • Private Kitchen

  • Heating

  • Swimming

  • Fishing

  • Air conditioning

  • Microwave

  • Fridge

  • stove

    Stove

  • Bathroom

  • Electric blankets

  • Biking

Where you will stay

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The Catlins, South Island

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Scenic views
This nature lodge is located in Papatpwai, New Zealand. It is nestled in the heart of the Catlins, along the Southern Scenic Route. This scenic property overlooks beautiful ocean and valley landscape. Green farmland surrounds the property with sheep and cattle to keep guests company. The lodge is located halfway between Dunedin and Invercargill, 58 kilometers from Balcutha, 26 kilometers from Owaka, and 46 kilometers from Waikawa. The proximity of the coast allows guest access to the nearby town, Papatowai, as well as the beach, which is a short walk or drive from the lodge.
Activities near The Catlins
  • Swimming

  • Biking

  • Fishing

At this charming nature lodge, guests can walk down to the beach where there is a variety of short walking tracks including the Picnic Point, Old Coach, and Kings Rock tracks. The town of Papatowai offers all that a guest might need including, fuel, groceries, liquor, etc. but it should be noted that the stores close at 6 p.m. A popular site to visit is the "Lost Gypsy Gallery", which features nature inspired handmade gizmos and gadgets.

Guests can drive along the Southern Scenic Route, through the famous Florence Hill panorama of Tautuku beach and peninsula, Lake Wilkie, the Trails Tractor historic walk, the Cathedral Trails, and McLean Falls. Guests are also in close proximity to Niagara, Waikawa, and the Curio Bay petrified forest. The location of this property is perfect for those who like to venture through natural coastlines and intriguing sites.

Guests can also take a drive up north crossing the Tahakopa and Maclennan rivers, through Matai and Purakanui Falls, with access to side roads that lead to attractions such as the Jacks Bay Blowhole on the coast. Other local activities include watching penguins, seals and sea lions, as well as surfing, cycling, fishing, white baiting and gathering paua.

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Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: Flexible

  • Check-out: Flexible

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