

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours
- Farm stay
- guest rooms & holiday homes
Wacky Stays is a tranquil retreat offering six unique, self-contained lodging options that promise an unforgettable experience. Choose from a handcrafted colonial wagon, a charming house truck, a traditional Mongolian yurt, a cozy tipi tent, a historic train carriage, or a quaint two-bedroom farmer's cottage. Each accommodation boasts a fully fenced outdoor space. The accommodations are thoughtfully furnished with meticulous attention to detail, making them the perfect setting for family adventures.
Nestled within a picturesque park, Wacky Stays is dedicated to eco-friendliness and offers guests a delightful menagerie of farm animals, including: llamas, alpacas, pigs, sheep, and chickens that lay fresh eggs for breakfast. The property offers a complimentary farm tour where guests can feed the animals.
The property features LED indoor lighting, solar-powered outdoor lighting, and solar panels on outdoor kitchen shelters. The House Truck is also equipped with solar-powered lights.
Situated just 4 km from Kaikoura town centre.
For added entertainment, the mini-animal park hosts over 80 animals; also available are Llama Trekking tours. The town centre is 4 km from the property and features an array of shops, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Amenities
- Free parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
guest rooms and holiday homes for your stay


Colonial Wagon and Sleep-out
Twin/double
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom
- 25 m²
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view


House Truck
Mobile home
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom
- 20 m²
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view
- Private entrance


Yurt
Quadruple room
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom
- 22 m²
- Private bathroom
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view
- Private entrance
- Tea/Coffee maker


Teepee
Tent
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom
- 22 m²
- Private bathroom
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view
- Private entrance
- Tea/Coffee maker


Two-Bedroom Cottage
Holiday home
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & 1 extra room
- 28 m²
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view
- Private entrance


Two-Bedroom Train Carriage
Mobile home
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & 1 extra room
- 34 m²
- Private bathroom
- Patio
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private kitchen
- Mountain view
- Private entrance
Amenities
General
- Pets allowed
Internet
- Internet services
- Wifi
- Free Wifi
Activities
- Golf course
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
Food & Drink
- Breakfast in the room
- BBQ facilities
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Services & Extras
- Invoice provided
Outdoor & View
- Garden
- Sun terrace
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Wheelchair accessible
- Toilet with grab rails
- Higher level toilet
- Lower bathroom sink
Parking
- Parking
- Free parking
- Parking on site
- Private parking
- Accessible parking
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/puzzles
- Kids outdoor play equipment
Safety & Security
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Access to health care professionals
Miscellaneous
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Pet bowls
Spoken languages
- English
Policies
Checkin
14:00 - 21:00
Checkout
07:00 - 10:00
Payment methods on site
Visa
Mastercard
Eftpos
Cash
Payment for your booking
Pay at the accommodation
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may however be applicable.
Age Restrictions
The minimum age for check-in is 18.
Children & Extra beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
Details about children and extra beds can be found at the room information.
Damage deposit
No damage deposit is required
Important information
Please advise the property of the number of children and infants staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Location
16 Kowhai Ford Road, 7371 Kaikoura, New Zealand