Holiday houses in Ruapuke Island

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A modern apartment structure features large glass windows and a spacious outdoor terrace. A fireplace is positioned beside the terrace, providing an inviting spot for gatherings. The surrounding lawn offers open views of the landscape, set against a backdrop of clouds in a blue sky.
Guest suite in Greenhills
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

Harbour Views Plus Extras

Price includes free minibar & breakfast - fruit, yoghurt, cereal, tea, coffee. New stylish apartment with excellent views & a private entrance for easy access & privacy. Views of the harbour, mountains, ocean, estray, farmland. Built 2019 this Modern Apartment has its own Bathroom, Lounge/Dining/Kitchenette - fridge, tea & coffee making facilities, no cooking. Amazing 4 relaxing, bird, weather, stars & Southern Lights. Ferry Terminal is a 5min drive. Warm, peaceful child & pet free environment.

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A self-contained unit features a spacious bed dressed in coordinating linens. A cozy couch sits beside a small side table. Natural light floods the room through large windows, while soft, muted walls provide a calming backdrop.
Guesthouse in Invercargill
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews

Tranquil Windsor Hideaway

Relax and put your feet up in this peaceful hideaway, down a back section in the heart of Windsor. A 5-minute walk from the shopping centre with a supermarket, pharmacy, boutique shops, pizzeria, fish and chips and cafes. A short stroll away is the Waihopai River Walkway, the beautiful Queens Park is a 10-minute walk away, and 10 minutes drive to the city centre. Please note the 2nd bed is a fold out couch (it is extra) and the guesthouse is beside our garage (so you may hear the garage door).

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A vibrant sunset casts warm orange and yellow hues over the ocean, reflecting off the calm waters. The horizon is marked by a silhouette of distant land, while a light breeze rustles the nearby foliage framing the view.
Home in Bluff
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Reef Murmur - Stargazing Sunrise Hideaway

Perched on a hillside just steps from the ocean at New Zealand’s southernmost tip (46°S), Reef Murmur offers uninterrupted sea views across the horizon. This is a simple, older-style coastal home, focused on nature rather than modern luxury, with a compact kitchen best suited for light cooking. Fall asleep to waves on the reefs, greet the world’s first sunrise, and enjoy star-filled skies. Surrounded by trees and set well apart from neighbors, the retreat is quiet, private, and deeply peaceful.

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A cozy living space features a large window framing views of Paterson Inlet, with boats anchored in the water. A small wooden desk with two chairs sits near the window, complemented by a comfortable leather sofa and decorative cushions. A portable heater is also visible.
Tiny home in Oban
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviews

Beech Bach Beachside Haven Including Car

Beech Bach is a spacious tiny home. Guests love the inlet views, coziness, privacy, quietness, wildlife, & quirkiness of our 1 br bach. Includes car (T&C apply), & transfers. It's only 1.2km from the village - there's a couple of hills. The kitchen has lots of supplies & equipment. Gas hob, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, electric frypan, slow cooker, & drinking water filter. TV & Starlink WiFi. The loo is in the laundry accessed via semi enclosed porch. Fold out bed on request. Charges apply.

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Aerial view captures a serene beach curving gently along the coastline, with rolling hills in the background. The water's edge is met by soft waves, while a peaceful village is nestled between the land and the shore, bordered by lush green fields.
Home in Omaui
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 362 reviews

Whare manu, boutique cottage.

Whare manu is a private, self contained boutique cottage that is solar powered. Set back into native bush with views of the sea and beach, which is only a minutes stroll away. Watch the Tui's and Bellbirds feed on the sculpted bird feeder right on the deck. Designed for couples to relax, unwind and enjoy. No children please. If you would like your stay to include the 24 Dec please contact us, we can open for you, there are no checkouts on 25 Dec & a min 2 night stay. This is a unique place.

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The image captures a serene coastal landscape featuring a sandy beach bordered by gentle waves. Lush green hills rise in the background, and several small islands dot the tranquil bay, framed by a softly colored sky with scattered clouds.
Home in Stewart Island
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

Ringaringa Beach Cottage, comfortable whole house

Very quiet location with a welcome to overseas and New Zealand visitors. Families welcome but parents are asked to remember that although the road has little traffic, the property is not fenced. We have the greatest sea views, plenty of land and pelagic birds to spot with many simple and more challenging walks available, very like New Zealand used to be. Friendly but not intrusive people, helpful house manager available. Information from Department of Conservation. Pesticide summary on line.

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The exterior of a holiday house is shown with a light-colored facade and a dark roof. A wooden porch with seating is present at the front, bordered by a lawn and gravel driveway. Surrounding farmland is visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Home in Catlins
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Cottage - The Getaway

<p> It is our pleasure to introduce our newest and most southern accommodation at Slope Point, This holiday house features 3 bedrooms, one bathroom with an open plan living area. Ideal for families, small groups or a couple just wanting to relax and getaway. Totally surrounded by farm land, relax and enjoy country living. Television, fireplace, free unlimited wifi and fantastic views.  Washing machine and dryer if needed. cloths rack and outdoors line provided.    Look forward meeting you.

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An aerial view captures the coastal landscape along the water's edge, highlighting the picturesque shoreline and the winding road. A mix of homes and greenery is visible on the hillsides, with the harbor extending into the distance under a cloudy sky.
Guest suite in Bluff
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews

RUA at Bluff. (Studio 1)

On the waterfront, on Marine Parade, RUA at Bluff offers magnificent harbour and water views. Relax in one of our luxurious modern studio units. Enjoy a comfortable bed, with hotel quality linen, a well-appointed bathroom, double glazing for warmth and quiet, and a small covered outdoor deck with views of Bluff’s busy shipping and fishing channel. Free WiFi & Smart TV. RUA at Bluff is located 25 minutes from Invercargill near the Stewart Island Ferry Terminal and 1 km from Stirling Point.

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An open plan living area is presented with a dining table at the forefront, featuring a potted orchid. A soft grey sofa sits beside a glass sliding door, connecting to outdoor views. A television is positioned on a white cabinet, with a separate sleeping area visible in the background.
Guest suite in Invercargill
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews

Relaxing rural retreat on the town boundary

Relax and unwind in your own private guest suite and enjoy the rural views. With its own entrance and lock box you can arrive when it suits. The property is in a convenient location, just a 6 minute drive from the town centre with a supermarket, pharmacy, restaurant, dairy, take away and pub within a 3 minute drive. There is ample off road parking that can accommodate larger vehicles, horse floats, boats and trailers etc. The airport is 9k away and Oreti Beach just a little further along.

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Hut in Oreti Plains
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews

Old farm hut, near Winton , Central Southland

Situated 10 mins from the township of Winton, central Southland. We are a sheep and crop farm, good views over the paddocks from the hut deck. All the basics you need, bed, chair, table, kitchen, bathroom and then your own outside eating area and bath on the deck under the veranda. Nearest town is Winton 10 mins away , with supermarket, choice of places to eat or takeaway. A great spot in central Southland 2 hr Queenstown, 45 min Invercargill, 1hr 10 Te Anau, 35 m Riverton Beach

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A view of the beach at Horseshoe Bay is framed by lush green ferns. The golden sand meets gentle waves, with a backdrop of rolling hills covered in trees. The shoreline is visible, creating a serene landscape under a clear blue sky.
Home in Oban
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Awatea

Beautiful 4 bedroom house on the beach at Horseshoe Bay. Stunning views. Huge lounge, with a conservatory, overlooking the beach. Courtesy transfers Please note heating is now by a heat pump, which makes the house cosy warm. Huge deck with a large BBQ. This house is a great place to have a family holiday, with heaps of room for the kids. Please be aware that the cell phone coverage is only Telecom, 027 and can be patchy at the house. WIFI available Vehicle No pets

Top Guest favourite
A modern house is situated on a gravel driveway surrounded by lush greenery. Steps lead up to a spacious porch with railing, providing an inviting entrance. The hillside setting offers a serene environment, complemented by a clear sky above.
Cottage in Stewart Island
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Seafarers Cottage & Car Available

Fully equipped modern house, with sea view overlooking Horseshoe Bay. 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. All linen supplied. A bird watches paradise! Kiwi can be seen on the lawn. Seafarers is ideal for those that want peace and quiet, away from the crowds and are happy to sit back, enjoy the scenery and listen to nature at it's best! The car is at your own risk, drivers must have a full license, $50 a day which includes your petrol, no need to refuel before you leave.

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