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Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)

4.0 star property
Lakefront lodge in Hari Hari with a hot tub

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Wildside Lodge offers an eco-certified lakeside escape. The cabin features a pot-belly fire and is built from native and recycled materials. Guests can relax on the deck, gather around the campfire/BBQ, or take a short trip to soak in natural hot springs under the stars.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is ￥14,313
￥19,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6

About the neighborhood

Map
West Coast, Westland District

What's nearby

  • Willberg Walk Trail Access - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • The Bushmans Centre - 19 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 57 min drive - 80.3 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 57 min drive - 80.3 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 57 min drive - 80.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukeko Tearooms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Gatherer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harihari Pub - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)

Upscale lodge by the lake
Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) provides amenities like a garden and a hot tub. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this lodge.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A bike on site, games, and smoke-free premises
  • Books and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) have comforts such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Porches or lanais, kitchens, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: Outside on deck only
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Wash, dry and put away all dishes
Wipe benches and stove
Close windows but leave door open
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

DOGS must be watched at all times as we have other pets and guests on site. They must have have their own bed and poop be scooped.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs may be allowed with prior permission

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Co-sleeping/portacot fine. Watch deck and fire.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside on deck only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Wildside Lodge Westland District
Wildside Lodge Westland District
Wildside Westland District
Private vacation home Wildside Lodge Westland District
Westland District Wildside Lodge Private vacation home
Wildside
Private vacation home Wildside Lodge
Wildside Westland District

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) on Dec 5, 2025 start from ￥14,313, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) located?

Situated on a lake, this lodge is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Willberg Walk Trail Access and within 25 mi (40 km) of The Bushmans Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away.

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Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 144 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Lovely people and an amazing tranquil haven
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Fantastic little place, very cosy and rustic. Hosts were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location

Such a well-loved cottage in a beautiful part of the country!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little off grid cottage
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome getaway

Would highly recommend best weekend away so peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This property is in the most stunning location. It was lovely staying off-the-grid -- peaceful and easy. The hosts are wonderful and have created a friendly and quirky oasis. Five stars all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Beautiful location, quality accomadation and friendly informative hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay and excellent hosts

I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay

We had a great stay at Dan and Kaths the accomodation was top knotch and comfortable a real change from Boring motel rooms. The batch has a unique feel to it having no power and a charming atmosphere with a great covered outside area to just relax and enjoy the views of surrounding Harihari we look forward to staying here again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

Very cool little property was super relaxing kath and dan are very hospitable and made myself and my partner feel very welcome would recommend this place to anyone wanting a relaxing break
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay & Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

Great private bach, off grid, great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Coast NZ stay.

Absolutely amazing!This was a complete surprise for me, as my husband had booked our stay.We loved all the love that has gone into the making of this place of wood, especially the wood burning stove. Comfortable and cosy right the way through.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place!

What a great place to stay! Kath and Dan have created a beautiful and novel experience in lovely Hari Hari. The stove to heat the water is a special treat and the thoughtful design and artistic approach to the lodge is unique and beautiful. Great use of up cycled materials and local wood and stone. Loved this place! Thanks again Dan and Kate!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Romantic? Yes!!

Lovely, clean and rustic. All around fun. Be prepared to work for your hot water :-) Outside bath was entertaining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wildside

Awesome stay in a quaint and quirky offgrid cottage which was presented with much pride by the owner, Dan. He was a very hospitable host and made us feel most welcome. Very homely and wholesome. Loved the local produce too. We will come again Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Property and lovely owners

What a great place to stay . Thank you Cath and Dan for the hospitality. Dean and I loved the property. We felt right at home in your beautiful cottage . The tile shower is just stunning and we loved all the details you have added to the batch . We will definitely be back . Ps. Deans head was a bit sore on Thursday from the home brew 😆
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Outstanding and unforgettable Beautiful craftsmanship by Dan the Man ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reza O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hari Hari

Booked as a dog friendly stop off on long journey. A magical place, wish were had time to stay longer. A hidden gem. We loved the fact that it was off grid but certainly did not miss out on any luxuries. Fabulously decorated and kitted out. We loved it. Great hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Disconnect

Well equipped little hut that is ideal to disconnect from the world and just chill out. They've done a great job of making the hut comfortable and functional without frills. We didn't end up using the bath because it was just too hard to get fire going. A little attention here would make that more enjoyable and usable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect off grid lodge

The lodge in itself is very unique. A work of love and attention to detail is amazing. Light a bonfire in the fire pit and sit on the covered deck with a bevy. There's almost no light pollution so if you want to soak in the wood fired bath and watch the night sky. Amethyst hot pools is a must. Natural hot spring located up the river. The native bird life is flourishing and you hear many different birds. Even moreporks talking to each other. Very still and quiet. Dan and Kath make their own honey and cider and i recommend that you try both. The local buther in Hari Hari does awesome sausages. We cooked ours on the pot belly with bread and sauce. Yum!! We had such a great time and we were well taken care of. Definitely be coming back real soon. I cant wait.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome! Very cosy cabin and beautifull views!

This was our first bach and what a fantastic start! We've been here 2 days and were deligthed by the views and random visits of Mellow (the dog). The bach is cosy and we had very nice contact with the hostes who was very flexibel with changing the date.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

Absolutely fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful rustic accommodation. Friendly hosts ans lovely friendly dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauren b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place, lovely folks!

Had a great weekend staying here with my partner. The cabin was beautifully done and cozy. Hospitality was amazing. Outdoor bath a winner! Highly recommend getting off grid, unwinding and enjoying the atmosphere here. We will be back in summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful off-grid batch in a beautiful location

Such a nice place to stay to just relax and go back to basics. Everything has been beautifully made and crafted. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022