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BIG DOGS Homestay

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Beach
Microwave, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Tarras, Otago Region
  • Place, Warbirds & Wheels
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Wānaka Lavender Farm
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Puzzling World
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BIG DOGS Homestay

The cabin is rustic, small but cosy with views to die for. We run a homestay for BIG dogs - all screened lovely fur babes whose owners are travelling like you. You need to be comfortable with dogs around - in fact you are welcome to bring your own! The river is a short walk away. There is 4.8 hectares for you to explore or drive to many vineyards/hiking tracks close by, and only 20km from Wanaka.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to DOC Trailhead. Features include a hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a patio, and a microwave
  • 10 minutes by car from Warbirds & Wheels and 10 minutes from Crossfire Wānaka
This cabin offers its guests a hot tub. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Tarras cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Hob
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Reviews

BIG DOGS Homestay Reviews

10

Exceptional

8.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Riley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such an incredible spot, cottage and place that we wished we could have spent more time in! So lovely to be greeted by dogs and have some instant friends to play with! :-)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

I loved the rustic style, and the secluded location and playing with 8extra dogs all well behaved.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness
I was travelling with my Cocker spaniel who was initially a bit nervous of all the other big dogs but was very quickly in amongst it all and loving the attention
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little batch, clean warm and a great view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025