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8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

16 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, nz

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours - main view

About the Property

Unique Accommodations
Wacky Stays offers six distinct lodging options, from a colonial wagon to a farmer's cottage, each with its own charm and character.

Eco-Friendly Experience
Immerse yourself in nature and sustainable living with a complimentary farm tour, meeting llamas, alpacas, and more.

Sustainable Practices
Enjoy eco-conscious amenities like LED lighting and solar panels, showcasing our commitment to a greener future.

Experience the magic of Wacky Stays, where nature and comfort harmoniously blend. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Facilities & Amenities

Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Snorkeling on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Private picnics
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.4
Excellent297 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the unique accommodations and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness8.1
Service8.5
Location8.4
Room Quality8.4
Amenities8.5
Value for Money8.3
Food and Beverage8.5
Overall Experience8.4

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UlrikedeDE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 27, 2025

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A place full of magic, peace, and heart"

10.0

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A place full of magic, peace, and heart Wacky’s Days is a truly extraordinary place. We spent an unforgettable night in a beautifully restored truck from 1930 — an experience you won’t easily forget. The variety of accommodation options is amazing: a covered wagon, a tipi, a train carriage — each one is unique and designed with great attention to detail. One of the highlights is the animals: llamas, their own chickens, and two friendly dogs that immediately feel like part of the experience. Being able to take part in feeding the animals is especially lovely and creates a wonderful connection to nature. In the evening, you can enjoy a barbecue, and in the morning a delicious breakfast with fresh eggs from their own chickens awaits — authentic, simple, and made with love. This is a place of absolute tranquility, perfect for switching off completely. At night, the sky reveals a breathtaking display of stars. An unusual, beautiful place with real soul. We would love to come back. ✨🌌🐾

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AmelianzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 26, 2025

"I love it"

9.0

Great experience, unique, wonderful

Hot water was too hot

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PhilnzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 20, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

My kids loved being surrounded by animals and the county side

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MonteironzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 16, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

The location was great, facilities were great, beds super comfy and the animals adorable. Highly recommend

Nothing to dislike

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HosgSG
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 15, 2025

"Unforgettable experience well worth every penny"

10.0

It's an unforgettable experience! The train carriage that I booked is very pretty and gives oriental express vibes. Small but well equipped with stove, rice cooker toaster etc. the decor makes every photo you take looks like a postcard. And the WiFi here is the strongest amongst the 7 different accomodations(including motels) we have been to during this trip. Hot shower is strong too. I take it that the owner, Kevin takes pride in his offerings and puts in effort to ensure the old school charms comes with modern comforts. Staff are very welcoming and goes extra mile to ensure our needs are catered to. I think what makes this accommodation stands out is the convenience to access the farm animals and farm experience. The animals feeding thrown in was interactive and informative. The intimate interactions allows us to have insights in the behaviour of the different farm animals onsite. The llamas enclave sits next to our carriage and we get to observe them at night, The stars at night were amazing. I really missed the friendly animals. My favourite is Junior the farm dog who assumed his post immediately when he arrived. Checking in on us and keeps coming back to check on our well being and safety. I strongly recommend this farm stay experience. It's quite near to town and easy to drive to. It's fun, unique and worth every penny!

To leave junior behind

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NeroleeauAU
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 10, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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GerardnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 3, 2025

"Novel conversion, very comfortable & enjoyable."

8.0

The Bedford house truck was very comfortable and great fun. Easy access to town, and in quiet environment.

A little mean perhaps to charge extra for car parking; cutlery a little sparse; could do with extra light in the cabin/saloon part; shower temperature for us “dangerously hot” despite lowest setting (maybe user error on our part) However, overall would definitely recommend and stay again

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SuzansgSG
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 3, 2025

"An interesting stay, great for kids."

8.0

The accommodation was quaint and interesting for my kids. The farm animals feeding was wonderful and the staff was really friendly and helpful.

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SarahchCH
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 3, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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ShariauAU
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 30, 2025

"Cool place for something different"

10.0

Arrived JUST before 9pm. Check in was still no trouble. Didn’t realize I hadn’t paid until just before leaving and wasn’t nagged at all about that. Just politely reminded I still needed to pay.,

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