1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura pet-friendly?

Yes, 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

Q: Where is 1889 Wooden Train Carriage - Wacky Stays - six unique properties in Kaikoura located?

Located in Kaikoura Flat, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum, and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park. Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

30 April 2017

The train carriage is amazing.

The train carriage is amazing. A truly amazing fit-out (George Clarke should really pay a visit!) The attention to detail is very impressive (and it was beautifully clean). We absolutely loved our stay and would like to have stayed longer. The farm park is just a short drive from Kaikoura township along a quiet country road. The farm park really added to the experience for our kids. We felt warmly welcomed as guests. Highly recommend!

2/10 Terrible

Lisa B.

31 October 2021

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

Nice look but thats it

Pointless having a TV when there is no channels? when the property is too far from any walking areas of interest, it would be nice to at least have one channel available at night when you have a child in bed. The window sills in bedroom were so dusty i sneezed all night. I emailed the owner prior to entry but he never responded. Overall it was nice to have my dog in an enclosed area but way too expensive for the worth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gianluca W.

20 April 2021

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

Exactly what we expected . . . And more!

Fantastic for any train enthusiast; very cozy and homely. Would definitely stay here again (and do the llama trekking).

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Coatesville. Albany, Auckland

14 April 2021

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

Train Carriage

We stayed 12 & 13 April. The train carriage is great, with everything you would need in the kitchen & bathroom area. Kevin also allowed us to have our 2 British Bulldogs stay with us. The carriage is fully fenced so they were able to come and go as they liked. Situated in a nice rural setting, but only a few minutes drive into Kaikoura township. Thanks Kevin, we hope to stay again at some stage. Cheers, Julie & Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

7 May 2019

Cute but a touch cramped.

A really unique experience - excellent for those with smaller children or train nuts.

2/10 Terrible

Doreen and John M.

10 February 2019

Over priced,cramped and poorly appointed.

We were a family of 4 adults looking forward to an interesting stay in unusual accommodation in rural Kaikoura. We were extremely disappointed with the standard of accommodation which was very cramped and uncomfortable with no place to unpack any of our belongings or to store them. The bunk beds were not suitable for adults. The accommodation was very hot and only some of the windows opened part-way. Most distressingly of all, the water cut out during the night causing much inconvenience and causing the cistern in the toilet to emit a continual noise which made it impossible to sleep. Of the 4 outside chairs, 2 had no backs on them and the umbrella provided was totally inadequate as it provided very little shade. Given the hot weather there was no way of escaping the heat when sitting outside or inside. Considering the cost of the accommodation, and as seasoned travellers, we were expecting a higher standard of basic amenities. We definitely cannot recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai S.

2 February 2019

Great location for kids & near Kaikoura

Very nice host! A lot of things to play with for children who can also help to feed the animals twice a day. Good location, Kaikoura is just a short drive (approx. 8 minutes by car) away. Obivously limited space inside (e.g. small fridge) since it is a converted historic train carriage; outside fenced area with a play train. If you like Pizza, try "Black Rabbit" in Kaikoura - delicious!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

22 August 2017

This is a really unique, rustic setting with great mountain views and within an easy drive of Kaikou

This is a really unique, rustic setting with great mountain views and within an easy drive of Kaikoura. It is great for kids , with morning and afternoon feedings of the animals part of the unique features of the site. The railway carriage has an enclosed lawn for children and dogs to play. It also has two separate bedrooms (including a double bunk), plus a compact kitchen and lounge, all loving restored to retain its 19th Century character. I totally recommend this quirky, comfortable retreat.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

8 January 2016

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