
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Oamaru
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Explore 80 holiday rentals in Oamaru

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Oamaru holiday rentals start at $71 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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80 of Oamaru holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Oamaru stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Panoramic Sea & Town View【睁眼即见太平洋 I 躺观日月同辉】
Luxurious Villa - serene escape in Oamaru Featuring: - Panoramic Sea, Harbour & Town view. -Breathtaking Sunrise View - Spectacular moonrise view - Dedicated work and leisure lounges - Massive sunny deck - Modern kitchen and pantry - Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube - Laundry & Dryer In the morning, the first ray of sunlight from the Pacific Ocean shines through the floor-to-ceiling windows and falls on the pillow; at night, the moonlight and the lights from Oamaru town intertwine into a picture on the sea. -- This is your very own 270° panoramic theater. In the house, the beauty of the sun and moon will be staged for you all the time. 🏆Seaview Homestay | Omara Panorama | Sunrise View | Designer Level Villa | East Coast of New Zealand | Family Friendly | Honeymoon Travel | Hilltop Theater · 5 Bedroom Seaview Villa | Master Bedroom Wake Up to Sunrise + Double Suite | 8 Person Stardome Cinema 5 Min ● Drive to Blue Swan Nest New Zealand hidden gem! Stay in the Pacific Sunrise Theater🌅 5 rooms with the entire fog and moonlight | Oamaru Secret Landmarks Map
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Bookbinders's Retreat
Located in Oamaru, this beautifully restored, cosy and warm Cabin is the perfect place to base yourself at while you explore the Otago region. Bookbinder's Retreat is small self-contained studio, situated adjacent to the main house. Whilst in the town, the property has a rural outlook over the Public Gardens, and a secluded feel. I have enjoyed creating the space on a small budget over a long time. Travellers seem to appreciate the craftsman like quirkiness of the space which reflects the town.
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Pacific View Farm Bach
This is essentially a new home with modern facilities situated in a private rustic farm setting. We can offer country living with rural and sea views plus an opportunity to see a sunrise over the sea. A leisurely twenty minute walk to the Victorian precinct and the Oamaru Central Business District. Less than a five minute walk to view the Yellow Eyed Penguins. The hosts own the surrounding farm land. From the deck guests may have the opportunity to view farm animals and sea views.
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The Moorings
The Moorings is a special place to stay in Oamaru. You will never tire of the view over the harbour. The home itself is immaculate and stylishly renovated. The beds and linen are excellent quality. The toilet is separate from the bathroom. The walk down the path to the house is well worth it. The home is close to the Penguin Colony, the old part of town and Scott's Brewery. Unfortunately, the house is not child-friendly. We are unable to take bookings which include young children.
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The SunSet Cottage 5min from Oamaru, and Kakanui.
This 2 bedroom spacious cottage with all the comforts of home. Fantastic views of mountains fields with this year being along side hectares of sunflowers, flowering mid January 2026 . Private open space all only a 5min drive from the center of Oamaru. Each bedroom with comfortable Queen beds, amazing views A open plan living dining area , fully equipped kitchen , spacious bathroom. Laundry facility with front loader machine . All your basic supplies are there ready and waiting .
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Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish 2 bedrooms house. Enjoy the house by yourself,free on street parking, 3 mins walking distance to new world, takeaway shop and etc,3 mins drive to Harbour and old town,5 mins to see yellow eyes penguin. 3 beds available,1 Queen and 2 single plus one sofa bed in the living room. Summer bonus-lavender in the garden. Smart tv(included prime video),whiteware,jug,toaster,microwave are available included coffee,tea,sugar, towels and shampoo.
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Steampunk Loft - stay uniquely Oamaru this summer
*****Treat yourself to a quintessential Oamaru experience ***** Located close to town with stunning views over the basilica to the sea. Styled in a futuristic genre set in an 1800’s world, our Steampunk loft apartment features a mix of recycled materials remodeled for today’s purpose. This is an exceptional space to indulge your inner steampunk fantasy while enjoying a warm modern industrial space with all the luxuries you deserve for your stay in Oamaru.
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Cape Wanbrow Cottage
This is an entire apartment with views to the Ocean. It is cosy and quiet and only 5 minutes from Oamaru but set in a beautiful rural environment. A new kitchen, a cosy loungeroom and private courtyard with barbeque and separate entrance. Tea, coffee, milk and basic supplies in the pantry, homemade bread and a sample of our own honey . Breakfast cereals provided . You will love it. A pleasant garden and views top it all off....while being handy to town.
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Best Location in Town!
Our cottage is the closest Airbnb to the blue penguin colony! You will love the sea views & the 2 minute walk to the Victorian Precinct, Harbour, playground, shops & cafes. We have 2 spacious bedrooms with comfortable king beds & fresh white linen. There is new fully equipped kitchen, free high speed WIFI & free parking outside the house. Our house is a gorgeous cottage with fresh, modern decor & everything you need for your stay in Oamaru.
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Buckley’s Retreat
We offer this unique tiny home with fantastic Ocean views. You can wake to the sunrise and watch the sunset at night all from your bed. We offer continental breakfast. Which includes eggs if the hens are laying. Outdoor spa, Complementary snacks and beverages. You may also bring your dog. 5mins drive to the centre of town. But have restaurants and grocery shops near by. Off street parking also. Just on the town boundary with a rural feel.
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Top View 2 bedroom Oamaru Apartment
Magnificent views of Oamaru and Pacific Ocean at one of the best locations to town, parks, restaurants, steam punk and the harbour. Very clean, sunny, spacious 2 bedroom accomodation in 1970's apartment block. Free street parking 2 SUPER KING Beds or 4 King Singles. Tell me what you'd like for bedding. Blue Penguins are only 2-3 minutes drive. Yellow Eyed Penguins 5 minutes drive. All photo's within 700m.
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Seascape
Nestled amongst the native trees, up on sunny South hill , hides a mid-century gem. Elevated over the garden with a deck that completes the house giving prime views of the ocean and sunrise. 2 minutes down the hill to the historic precinct filled with many delights including Blue Penguins ,bakery, coffee, art galleries and breweries.The East Coast golden sand beaches are a short ten minute drive away.
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Popular amenities for Oamaru family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Shepherd’s Rest - outdoor bath, alpaca & sheep
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A2O Bluestone Valley Views w. hot tub青石山谷露天木桶SPA
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Selwyn Heights 3 minutes to penguin viewing
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WaiOaks - Comfortable and cosy, 2x bedroom Cottage
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The Hidden Loop
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Uninterrupted ocean views - private beach access
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Oamaru Accommodation - Cosy On Till
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The Opera View Suite
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Guest Suite: Private entry own kitchen & bathroom
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Sea View Haven Tranquil, Relaxing, Rejuvenating
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The best views in Oamaru
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Relaxed four bedroom home by the seaside.
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Reed Street Retreat!
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Family-friendly home rentals with Wi-Fi

Boutique 1920 character home Steampunk Central
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The Lookout - Ocean Views, 1.6km to Penguin Colony
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Just like home (Brand New!)
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Tiny home getaway
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Kowhai Cottage, Herbert, Presbyterian Old Manse
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The Villa
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Self-contained apartment - Oamaru outskirts
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Tyne above Town - Convenient. Comfortable. Clean.
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When is the best time to visit Oamaru?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $185 AUD | $207 AUD | $185 AUD | $185 AUD | $171 AUD | $154 AUD | $157 AUD | $154 AUD | $160 AUD | $173 AUD | $178 AUD | $198 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 16°C | 13°C | 10°C | 7°C | 3°C | 3°C | 5°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C |
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