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Terraced Chalets

Terraced Chalets

Terraced Chalets
3.5 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148)
"Beautiful rooms on a beautiful property. Hosts were two of the nicest people you’ll meet. Easily our favourite stay out of the many so far here in New Zealand. "
Australia
Matthew
The price is ￥17,700
￥20,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Terraced Chalets
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The Factory

The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"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 ￥42,509
￥48,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
The Factory
Outdoor dining
Cosy cottage in the Grey Valley close to Paparoa Range Great Walk & Pike River.

Cosy cottage in the Grey Valley close to Paparoa Range Great Walk & Pike River.

Cosy cottage in the Grey Valley close to Paparoa Range Great Walk & Pike River.
Atarau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Great stay would reccomend"
New Zealand
EPC
The price is ￥20,559
￥33,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Cosy cottage in the Grey Valley close to Paparoa Range Great Walk & Pike River.
Outdoor spa tub
Come and stay at the Enchanted Gold Miners Cottage. A tranquil relaxing break

Come and stay at the Enchanted Gold Miners Cottage. A tranquil relaxing break

Come and stay at the Enchanted Gold Miners Cottage. A tranquil relaxing break
Tarras
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Loved it so peaceful"
New Zealand
Amy F.
The price is ￥20,102
￥34,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Come and stay at the Enchanted Gold Miners Cottage. A tranquil relaxing break
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Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
3.0 star property
Punakaiki
The price is ￥31,197
￥35,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
Courtyard
Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages
3.0 star property
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners! "
Australia
Diana
The price is ￥16,082
￥18,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Bay Cottages
Terrace/patio
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.

Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Blackball
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"Best holiday house on the coast, will stay again!"
New Zealand
Luke L.
The price is ￥13,706
￥20,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
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Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (158)
"Lovely cabin, clean tidy and well set up."
New Zealand
ellen s.
The price is ￥12,792
￥17,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mountain Village Bach
Cottage | Garden view
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Excellent location. Great value for money, ideal for young families."
Australia
Nigel
Barnacle Bills
Outdoor dining
Peaceful cottage in private garden setting.

Peaceful cottage in private garden setting.

Peaceful cottage in private garden setting.
Enfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Very clean , warm and quiet . "
Australia
Don
The price is ￥18,914
￥24,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Peaceful cottage in private garden setting.
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Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"What a wonderful stay, great location, warm and cosy, friendly correspondence.We came to bring my elderly Mother and Aunty to visit the area where they had a bach as children. A typo in a message from Raylene had us arrive at 2 Moa Rd, we found out later that day that was the site of the old bach."
New Zealand
Sarah S.
The price is ￥21,016
￥31,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Beach front cottage
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Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane

Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane

Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane
Mount Pisa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Great place to stay and would recommend to others "
New Zealand
Bev M.
The price is ￥17,361
￥29,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Cozy Cottage on Begg Lane
Property grounds
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Little Sweetie. This is a very well appointed and comfortable place in an ideal location to enjoy the town. "
New Zealand
Eileen G.
The price is ￥22,844
￥29,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
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The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt

The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt

The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt
Methven (Mt Hutt)
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"A lovely place to stay. Quiet and away from everything. We had a lovely time. Thanks."
New Zealand
Vanessa R.
The price is ￥20,011
￥25,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt
Outdoor dining
Best views in Nelson, Swimming Pool, Exceptional Cottage

Best views in Nelson, Swimming Pool, Exceptional Cottage

Best views in Nelson, Swimming Pool, Exceptional Cottage
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"Very warm and inviting with amazing views!"
New Zealand
Christian O.
The price is ￥21,382
￥27,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best views in Nelson, Swimming Pool, Exceptional Cottage
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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

Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
2.0 star property
Blackball
The price is ￥15,351
￥26,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
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Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3

Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3

Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3
Collingwood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Perfect for a quiet weekend away."
New Zealand
Edward P.
The price is ￥15,077
￥23,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Opua Garden Cottage, sleeps 3
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Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.

Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.

Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.
Rolleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"Very cozy, nice and clean. Great place to stay"
Australia
Eddie
The price is ￥18,275
￥29,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.
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The Little Black House

The Little Black House

The Little Black House
Hapuku
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Stunning location, warm home."
Australia
Melissa
The price is ￥24,031
￥42,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
The Little Black House
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Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains

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)
"A wonderful stay — peaceful, quiet, with beautiful mountain views. We loved the birds, the calf, and the warm welcome (thank you for the eggs and jam!). Truly relaxing."
New Zealand
Jennifer and Carl H.
The price is ￥14,620
￥21,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

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"Friendly staff. Very accommodating "
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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

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South Island Cottages information

Number of reviews
681
Accommodation
74 Cottages
Lowest Price
￥17,635
Highest Price
￥48,885

Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in South Island cost?
Rates for cottages in South Island range between ￥17,635 and ￥48,885 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 74 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.
Are there any family-friendly cottages in South Island?
You'll discover some wonderful family-friendly cottages in South Island. If you're visiting Queenstown, check out Shotover Country Cottages. With handy amenities like a picnic area and WiFi, your group will enjoy chilling out at this 3.5-star property. Remarkable Lake View Townhouse Queenstown Hill is also a great choice for families in Queenstown. This 4-star cottage comes with clothes washing facilities, a fireplace and more. You'll find lots of things to do and see with the family in Queenstown. TSS Earnslaw Steamship and Kiwi and Birdlife Park deliver an enjoyable day out.
Why book your cottage in South Island with Expedia?
We think that vacays should be easy, so if you're seeking cottages in South Island at a nice price, Expedia is here to help. Save cash and pick a cheap option far from the rush of the city, or splurge on an upscale cottage to treat your loved ones.
How can I find cheap cottages in South Island?
With Expedia's user-friendly filter tool, locating cheap cottages in South Island is a breeze. To find properties that'll make your hip pocket happy, narrow your search results by budget, star rating and amenities.
What is there to do in South Island near my cottage?
The best accessory to take on your South Island vacation is a good itinerary! Queenstown Mall, SKYCITY Wharf Casino and CaddyShack City Mini Golf are some of the leading sights if you're making your way to Queenstown. Christchurch also lures visitors with its terrific attractions, such as Christchurch Golf Club. Need more travel inspo? Visit Northlands Shopping Centre and Bush Inn Centre too.