Kowhai Lane Lodge

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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.9

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Kowhai Lane Lodge in Half-moon Bay offers four-star comfort with private bathrooms, sea views, and garden views. Each room includes a seating area, TV, and wardrobe. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free airport shuttle service. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, laundry service, and free off-site parking. Convenient Location: Located 44 mi from Invercargill Airport, the lodge is 1.2 mi from Ringaringa Beach. Nearby attractions include Hiking and Cycling. Highly Rated by Guests: Guests appreciate the friendly host and excellent service, making Kowhai Lane Lodge a highly rated choice.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • FREE parking!

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Josiane
United States United States
“The owners were lovely and very helpful in terms of what to do on the island.”
Jacquelyn
United States United States
“Close to the town center. Had everything we needed. Tours included in price of lodging.”
Linda
United States United States
“The hosts at the lodge were amazing. Peter and Iris are a wealth of knowledge and are happy to share information about the island with you. Peter offers a tour of Ulva Island as part of the stay - he was a forest ranger there in the late 60s - and...”
Uschi
United States United States
“Very comfortable sharing an entire house with other guests The 4-hr-trip to Ulva island led by Peter, a forester, which was included in the price. Operators were very caring making sure you were comfortable and providing a lot of recommendations.”
Heather
United States United States
“Great hosts with impressive knowledge of Stewart Island.”
Tracy
Australia Australia
“Great location, clean and friendly hosts. Plenty of reading material and breakfast food, tea and coffee provided in the apartment”
Nicholas
Singapore Singapore
“A cosy place to stay in close proximity to the township of Oban. The hosts, Peter and Iris are lovely kind people and are more than happy to show you around the island. Their knowledge and friendliness is unparallelled. Would give more than 5...”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was a nice accommodation. Kitchen and living room shared with others. Host knowledgeable about what was going on in Oban and Stewart Island. Trip to Ulva Island was included in the price.”
Lisa
Australia Australia
“A lovely house with views over the water. The hosts are marvellous, very helpful.”
Beth
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful location with a gorgeous view. Very, very comfortable, it felt like home.”

Area info

Amenities of Kowhai Lane Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking

House rules

Kowhai Lane Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with any credit card. Excluding EFTPOS

Please note that the property meets guests upon arrival off either the ferry or plane. Please inform the property in advance of you travel details, as soon as possible the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Included in the rate is a 'Sails' Ulva Island Open Sanctuary tour with the following details:

- Tours can start early morning or late afternoon

- 4 hour return trip

- Departs from the accommodations, guests are taken to the water's edge and on a 10-minute boat ride

- Guests arrive at Ulva Island open sanctuary and are then taken by the guide on a 0.9 mi easy walk

- Guest return via boat back to the accommodations

- Tour usually consists of approximately 6 people

Please contact Kowhai Lane Lodge for additional information.

Please note that the Ulva Island tour is conducted in English only.

Please inform Kowhai Lane Lodge 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.

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