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Barnacle Bills
Cottage | Beach/ocean view
Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Great view and lovely garden. "
Barnacle Bills
Bay Cottages
Property grounds
Bay Cottages
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (97)
"Lovely cottage with everything you need to be self sufficient. Beautiful beach across the road. Super comfy bed and pillows."
The price is CA $116
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Bay Cottages
Twizel Cottages
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area
Twizel Cottages
3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
"Great little unit which was easy to find, warm on arrival and all you need for a short stay. "
Twizel Cottages
The old bakery
Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle
The old bakery
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Not too far from the city. Plenty of food nearby "
The old bakery
Shotover Country Cottages
Mountain view
Shotover Country Cottages
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"Amazing view and nice short distance out of town so its convenient and peaceful. Great amenities and amazing shower. Nice big bed is always a plus too. "
Shotover Country Cottages
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Outdoor dining
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (200)
"Lovely clean little bach. Very comfy bed. Has everything you need and a great range of DVDs which came in handy as the weather was not kind to us. I would stay again."
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Amongst trees is this quaint cottage & within a 5-minute walk to town & beach
Outdoor dining
Amongst trees is this quaint cottage & within a 5-minute walk to town & beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17)
"Comfortable little house, with a well fenced private section. Was a cold weekend and the house was lovely and warm, with a heat pump and fire available. Great location, across the road from the club, and a short walk into town. House had everything we needed. "
Amongst trees is this quaint cottage & within a 5-minute walk to town & beach
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Property grounds
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"We had a lovely stay with Lyndsey. She was very welcoming, had the fire roaring on our arrival and there was everything we needed in the house, including toys for the kids."
The price is CA $91
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
Terrace/patio
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"A great little spot Convenient situated, Loverly to stay in, and a wonderful host - Thanks heaps"
The price is CA $133
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access)
Country cottage close to airport (pet friendly)
Interior
Country cottage close to airport (pet friendly)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Nice private quite location and easy to find "
Country cottage close to airport (pet friendly)
Te Awa Cottages
Terrace/patio
Te Awa Cottages
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Neat, clean and well presented. Quiet location just out of town. Recommended"
Te Awa Cottages
1970's Renovated,self contained 2 bedroom bach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
1970's Renovated,self contained 2 bedroom bach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"We had a fantastic 4 night stay at the bach which had everything we needed and more! The hosts Ang and David were brilliant and couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. The fire at night was the perfect way to end each day after exploring the local hiking and biking trails. We will definitely be back, highly recommend."
1970's Renovated,self contained 2 bedroom bach
Cute Cottage with Hot Tub & Uninterrupted Lake Views
Outdoor dining
Cute Cottage with Hot Tub & Uninterrupted Lake Views
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"Jason has an incredible cottage just outside of Queenstown. It was clean and inviting with a wood burning fire for the cold days and a gorgeous deck for the sunny days. Perfect for two couples!"
Cute Cottage with Hot Tub & Uninterrupted Lake Views
Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Interior
Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Stayed here over a wild weather labour day weekend. House is comfortable and cosy, the heaters work and other than the weather it was peaceful. Good base to explore the region. "
The price is CA $125
CA $242 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Uptown City Haven - Christchurch Townhouse
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Uptown City Haven - Christchurch Townhouse
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Fabulous location for us. Great, homely space, excellent facilities. "
The price is CA $472
CA $472 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Uptown City Haven - Christchurch Townhouse
Fitzgerald Cottage CBD
Property grounds
Fitzgerald Cottage CBD
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (322)
"A beautifully clean home outdoor area very relaxing so handy to everything. Everything was done to help us with last minute appointment changes"
Fitzgerald Cottage CBD
Arrowtown Gem - Classic Arrowtown Cottage.
Outdoor dining
Arrowtown Gem - Classic Arrowtown Cottage.
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (160)
"Excellent wee hideaway in Arrowtown - the log burner was much appreciated on the cold days"
Arrowtown Gem - Classic Arrowtown Cottage.
Watford Cottage, a peaceful sanctuary (pet friendly)
Exterior detail
Watford Cottage, a peaceful sanctuary (pet friendly)
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"We thought the property was delightful, had great ambience, practical, had everything we needed and was conducive to relaxation and peace, romantic getaway. Delightful hide away nestled in Governors Bay. Good base to explore banks peninsular. Just what we needed."
Watford Cottage, a peaceful sanctuary (pet friendly)
The Tui Studio - Te Anau Holiday Studio
Outdoor dining
The Tui Studio - Te Anau Holiday Studio
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Everything about this place was lovely. Clean, tidy and very comfortable bed! Nice to have the outside furniture to sit at too as the weather was great on two days. A couple of things I felt the owner could consider was some kind of light over bathroom mirror as very dark for putting on makeup and a blind over bathroom window. Even though it’s opaque you feel exposed with light on. 😜 these are additions though and would only enhance an already lovely place. Would definitely stay here again"
The Tui Studio - Te Anau Holiday Studio
Restful in Riccarton
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Restful in Riccarton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Loved the ppty…thanks for sharing. Only small issue was getting the lock box code at the last minute. I would recommend the ppty."
Restful in Riccarton
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Other property types in South Island

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Lake View Swiss-SuperSuite Two Bedroom
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1202)
"We have an amazing experience from checking in and amenities. Beautiful apartment and the view is beautiful. Love our stay and I highly recommend it to anyone who."
The price is CA $189
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Exterior
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (888)
"Great accomodation! Would highly recommend"
The price is CA $163
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Aerial view
Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3034)
"This is a beautiful resort next to a stunning lake. The downfall is that their regular hotel rooms are about the size of a king bed, and they are furnished with king beds, so there is absolutely NO room to maneuver. We joked that you had to step outside to change your mind. The property was in the process of updating their rooms, so there was a delay for our room. They comped us some drinks while we waited. Unfortunately, our room still smelled like new paint and we had to ask for another...
The price is CA $246
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in South Island cost?
Prepare to pay between CA $91 and CA $472 per night for cottages in South Island. No matter your budget, a terrific stay is just a few clicks away on Expedia. 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?
South Island has multiple cottages with a total average guest review rating of 9.6. Organizing a trip to Queenstown? A guest favorite is Shotover Country Cottages, a 3.5-star option with mountain views and a terrace. Another popular pick where you can get away from it all is Remarkable Lake View Townhouse Queenstown Hill. It has a 4-star rating and conveniences including a fireplace and a barbecue grill.
How many cottages are there in South Island?
South Island has 86 cottages to choose from. Enter your destination and dates and plan your next escape today.
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What is there to do in South Island near my cottage?
Whether you’re a fan of sightseeing, shopping, dining or partying, South Island promises something for everyone! The top city of Christchurch has lots of attractions, including Canterbury Museum, Isaac Theatre Royal and Transitional Cathedral. If you’re escaping to Dunedin, St. Clair Beach, Speight’s Brewery and St. Paul’s Cathedral should be on your to-do list.