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1. Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!

Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Wonderful place, perfect to lay in the grass for stargazing, super comfy and warm!"
United States
Philipp V.
The price is ￥32,441
￥53,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
Lodge | Garden view

2. Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay."
New Zealand
Patricia
The price is ￥17,430
￥20,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Barnacle Bills
Outdoor dining

3. Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Very warm and inviting with amazing views!"
New Zealand
Christian O.
The price is ￥16,712
￥22,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Property grounds

4. Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Taramea Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Easy late check-in and early checkout process; clean/cozy and tastefully appointed; Netflix on the big screen was a plus for the kids; lovely view and easy walking distance to the beach:-)"
Australia
L
The price is ￥8,848
￥18,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Modern Bach with a Rural view
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5. Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great stay ."
New Zealand
Denny V.
The price is ￥12,512
￥17,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Mountain Village Bach
Property grounds

6. Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Everything was immaculate. Great interior design."
Australia
Patricia
The price is ￥22,342
￥28,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
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7. Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)

Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)
Westland District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"We had a great couple of days and the hosts were friendly and informative."
New Zealand
Steve S.
The price is ￥13,271
￥18,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Teapot Cottage (cute and cozy 1950's time-warp)
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Private spa tub

8. The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"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 ￥39,913
￥46,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Factory
Outdoor dining

9. Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Mapua (Ruby Bay)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Comfy beds and pillows. Warm and cosy"
Australia
Nicole
The price is ￥20,108
￥25,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Private spa tub

10. Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village

Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
3.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"Very nice cottage, Hot Tub worked as a charm... :-) "
United States
Pavel
The price is ￥30,512
￥35,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Nikauscapes - Hot Tub in Punakaiki village
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11. Nature on your door step

Nature on your door step
Waitati
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Nice clean, tidy and comfortable bed. "
New Zealand
Peter W.
The price is ￥15,193
￥22,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Nature on your door step
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12. Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges

Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Blackball
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Thanks to Nickie & Shawn, the place was great and very central to the bush, so quiet up in the bush, so much to see,thanks heaps John & Sharon "
New Zealand
John C.
The price is ￥16,891
￥33,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cosie Miners cottage in historic blackball, surrounded by the Paparoa ranges
Exterior

13. Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.

Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.
Westport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Lovely place"
New Zealand
Lizzy B.
The price is ￥20,376
￥26,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cabbage Tree Cottage - Beautiful home, stunning location. Pet-friendly.
Exterior

14. Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine

Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
Kakahu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The cottage was lovely really comortable bed. Free range eggs for breakfast. Deicious..0"
New Zealand
Anne B.
The price is ￥11,618
￥17,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Tui Haven - country escape in Geraldine
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15. Tranquil Cottage in the Country

Tranquil Cottage in the Country
Kyeburn
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"We had a lovely relaxing stay, thank you for the nice touches that made us feel welcome."
New Zealand
Erin H.
The price is ￥11,261
￥15,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Tranquil Cottage in the Country
Exterior

16. Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great location - kids enjoyed watching the boats go out"
New Zealand
Kelly I.
The price is ￥14,299
￥22,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Beach front cottage
Exterior

17. Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool

Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool
Cardrona
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"We stayed for 1 night only. Stay was nice and comfortable. Facilities were perfect."
New Zealand
Komal N.
The price is ￥35,748
￥56,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Cardrona Cottage 3 Bedroom Retreat with Pool
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18. 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 reviews)
"Lovely, warm, comfortable stay with surroundings that ensure you have no choice but to relax."
New Zealand
Liz M.
The price is ￥14,299
￥21,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Cosy country cottage retreat - close to the airport and the mountains
Exterior

19. The Blackhouse Cottage

The Blackhouse Cottage
3.0 star property
Ruatapu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Lovely spot. Beautiful area"
Canada
Elizabeth A
The price is ￥20,691
￥27,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Blackhouse Cottage
Interior

20. Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)

Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
Burnside
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Lovely property will stay again"
United States
Karen B.
The price is ￥12,512
￥20,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean and the food was good. However, I was disappointed with the parking situation. When I made the booking, it indicated that free parking was available, and the hotel photos also gave the impression that parking would be easily accessible. However, when we arrived, we found that most of the parking spaces belonged to other organisations, and the hotel itself had only a limited number of spaces available. I think the hotel should clearly explain during the booking process that on-site parking is limited, so guests travelling by car know what to expect before they arrive."
Bikash 6-night trip
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Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

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South Island Cottages information

Number of reviews
1,219
Accommodation
60 Cottages
Lowest Price
￥15,810
Highest Price
￥56,929

Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in South Island cost?
Rates for cottages in South Island range between ￥15,810 and ￥56,929 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 9.5, 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 60 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.