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Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)

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Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Westland District, West Coast
  • Franz Josef Glacier
  • Willberg Walk Trail Access
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Hokitika Gorge
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Hari Hari

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Willberg Walk Trail Access and 16 miles (25 km) of The Bushmans Centre with a stay here. Te Wahipounamu and Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Willberg Walk Trail Access - 2 min drive
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 45 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 45 min drive
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 45 min drive
  • Hokitika Gorge - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukeko Tearooms & Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Hari Hari - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin)

No electricity, No WiFi, up-cycled tiny-house. Uniquely crafted from native and recycled materials. So TURN OFF YOUR DEVICES and UNWIND...
SOAK UNDER THE STARS by visiting nearby natural hot-springs or lighting a fire under the outdoor bath.
ENJOY OUTDOOR LIVING on the deck or by the campfire/bbq.
Or stay in next to the COSY pot-belly fire which heats the water for the large-enough-for-two shower and shower by candlelight (wood and candles provided).
In the morning open french doors for GREAT VIEWS from the handcrafted bed.
Take a TOUR round the rest of our organic homestead and sample our home produce to have a taste of "the good life" (also locally available are free-range eggs, farm fresh milk and home-kill butchery).
Genuine West Coast hospitality from hosts who live on-site (40 metres away) but will respect your privacy.

Awarded 2014 Bookabach Bronze Piwa for Best Quirky Property.

Rural location on SH6, two minutes from Hari Hari village. An outdoor enthusiasts paradise, with beautiful bush-walking (check out Hari Hari Coastal Walkway); free natural hot-springs aside the local river (one of the West Coast's best kept secrets);
wild and lonely driftwood-covered beaches for building bonfires; renowned trout fishing streams; whitebaiting rivers; surf-casting beaches; excellent hunting and local bow-hunters club on a Sunday; lake swimming and boating; whitewater rivers; bird watching and isolated seal colony.
Conveniently situated to take day trips exploring up and down the Coast - 50 minutes to Franz Joseph Glacier (glacier tours, sky-diving, kayaking, horse-trekking, kiwi watching) and 50 minutes to Hokitika (greenstone, glass-blowing, kiwi house, tree-top walkway).

Wildside Lodge is on the same acre property as our other (completely different) holiday home 'Teapot Cottage'.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: NO CLEANING FEE so under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to wipe down bench and stove; wash, dry and put away dishes before you leave.

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.

Property manager

Wildside

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Bicycling
  • Hot tub

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fireplace

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs may be allowed with prior permission

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome but little space for them

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Wildside Lodge (romantic off-grid cabin) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sorraya P.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Fantastic little place, very cosy and rustic. Hosts were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

Gareth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely little off grid cottage
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb location
Such a well-loved cottage in a beautiful part of the country!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Reza O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway
Would highly recommend best weekend away so peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay & Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
Great private bach, off grid, great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

David F., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Morgan J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay and excellent hosts
I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Maddie H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Brilliant
Absolutely fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful rustic accommodation. Friendly hosts ans lovely friendly dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauren b.

Liked: Cleanliness
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