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28 Aug - 30 Aug

Our top choices for South Island cottages

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Private spa tub

The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is AED 892
AED 1,029 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Factory
Private spa tub

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
3.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Very nice cottage, Hot Tub worked as a charm... :-) "
United States
Pavel
The price is AED 728
AED 839 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
Lodge | Garden view

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious and good for our overnight stay"
Canada
ronald
The price is AED 408
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Barnacle Bills
Outdoor dining

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Awesome pool and view from it."
Australia
Cherylyn
The price is AED 408
AED 539 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
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The Blackhouse Cottage

The Blackhouse Cottage
3.0 star property
Ruatapu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Lovely spot. Beautiful area"
Canada
Elizabeth A
The price is AED 828
AED 1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
The Blackhouse Cottage
Exterior

Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park

Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park
Makarora
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (73 reviews)
"Beautiful views and roomy cottage. "
Australia
Clare
The price is AED 272
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park
Exterior

Teapot Cottage - cute and cozy 1950's time-warp

Teapot Cottage - cute and cozy 1950's time-warp
Westland District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"We had a great couple of days and the hosts were friendly and informative."
New Zealand
Steve S.
The price is AED 324
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Teapot Cottage - cute and cozy 1950's time-warp
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Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges

Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Blackball
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Thanks to Nickie & Shawn, the place was great and very central to the bush, so quiet up in the bush, so much to see,thanks heaps John & Sharon "
New Zealand
John C.
The price is AED 412
AED 812 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Exterior

Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great location…tidy "
United States
Jeffrey
Mountain Village Bach
Property grounds

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Beautiful property "
United Kingdom
Sara
The price is AED 545
AED 696 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Exterior

Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres

Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres
Burnt Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, great home with all the amenities, lovely host"
Canada
Paul T.
The price is AED 392
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Oxford Holiday Cottage - Self catering, Mountain Views, 10 Acres
Exterior

Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step
Waitati
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The studio was spotless and well put together. By far the best stay so far on our trip. Recommended!"
Australia
Ramon
The price is AED 371
AED 571 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Nature on your door step
Exterior

Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains

Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
Darfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely home with a warm and welcoming host."
United States
Joan R.
The price is AED 349
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
Exterior

Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane

Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane
Mount Pisa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Great place to stay and would recommend to others "
New Zealand
Bev M.
The price is AED 490
AED 784 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane
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"Little Walnut" A charming rural tiny home only 15 minutes from Chch airport....

"Little Walnut" A charming rural tiny home only 15 minutes from Chch airport....
Clarkville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Was an amazing stay away, great service. The perfect get away and such a nice place to stay."
New Zealand
Briarly D.
The price is AED 272
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
"Little Walnut" A charming rural tiny home only 15 minutes from Chch airport....
Exterior

Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine

Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
Kakahu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The cottage was lovely really comortable bed. Free range eggs for breakfast. Deicious..0"
New Zealand
Anne B.
The price is AED 283
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
Property grounds

Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Taramea Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Stella H.
The price is AED 216
AED 443 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Modern Bach with a Rural view
Exterior

Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3

Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3
Collingwood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Perfect for a quiet weekend away."
New Zealand
Edward P.
The price is AED 327
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.

Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Blackball
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Loved our stay in this spacious yester-year cottage. Very comfortable and cosy. Lovely hot fire place."
Australia
Lyndal
The price is AED 294
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Terrace/patio

Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman

Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman
Tasman
The price is AED 370
AED 597 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

8/10 Good
"Fantastic location, great facilities in the room. Comfortable bed and lounge. A few problems but overall good accommodation. Main problems related to overall cleanliness wasn’t great especially the bathroom. No coffee pods although coffee machine??"
Deborah 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in South Island cost?
Rates for cottages in South Island range between AED 383 and AED 1,043 per night. No matter your budget, you're sure to find the ideal place to get in tune with nature. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What are the best cottages in South Island?
Glide into vacation mode and slow things down a notch in one of South Island's multiple cottages. With a total average guest review rating of 9.6, there's something for everyone, no matter your style and budget. Many visitors to Queenstown look forward to staying at Shotover Country Cottages, a 3.5-star cottage retreat with mountain views and a terrace. Another favorite pick in this buzzing city is Remarkable Lake View Townhouse Queenstown Hill. This 4-star escape comes with a barbecue grill and a fireplace.
How many cottages are there in South Island?
Browse through our 73 cottages in South Island and then select your favorite. Whether you're organizing a vacation with the whole fam or a weekend with buddies, your perfect stay is a few clicks away with Expedia.
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