Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine C.
Apr 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Christine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91313 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
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Papatowai, Otago
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About the neighborhood
Papatowai
Located in Papatowai, this vacation home is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Matai Falls and Cathedral Caves. .This family-friendly vacation home is 10 mi (16 km) from McLean Falls and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Purakaunui Falls.
Restaurants
- The Whistling Frog
- The Little Rocket
- Peake's Kitchen
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge
Peaceful country accommodation in the heart of the Catlins, overlooking Papatowai and the Tahakopa Valley. Our restored character villa set on farmland at the edge of Catlins Forest Park is the ideal base for your Catlins holiday. Our 4 bedroom 2 bathroom lodge has a wood burner, heat pump and a sunny conservatory, and an old fashioned clawfoot bath.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- On a river
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,313 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property is also known as
Yacht
Character Catlins Lodge with Stunning Views Papatowai
Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Errol H.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilltop
Great property which six over 70 year olds thoroughly enjoyed as a base to explore the Catlins
Errol H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Fiona S.
Jul 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Perfect location
A stunning location and comfortable house. Perfect for our family get together. There was no communication from our hosts prior to arrival. The house was freezing cold on arrival. It took a number of hours to warm up spoiling our first night. Once warmed we were very comfortable. Perhaps the heat pump could be times to turn on one hour before arrival
Fiona S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keryn R.
Dec 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and well equipped house
The property was perfect for our stay. Would recommend to others particularly groups. Great access to the Catlins and a home away from home. The owners greeted us on arrival and communication was good throughout the booking process. Many thanks
Keryn R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021