Kepplestone by the Sea - The Catlins
9 Surat Bay Road
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Why people book this hotel
“great location”
“Great location close to sea lions”
“Comfortable with everything we needed for a holiday weekend stay”
“roomy”
“Jane our host is friendly and gave us enough information”
“Jane was really helpful”
“Clean, comfortable and all the basics”
“Very rustic little cottage but very clean and comfortable”
“Having breakfast items and eggs supplied was a bonus”
“Quiet, clean, comfortable, warm, good shower, comfortable bed, some breakfast pr…”
“Parking was great”
Overview
Offering a continental breakfast each morning, Kepplestone by the Sea - The Catlins is situated in New Haven in New Zealand's South Island. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. It is just 100-metres' walk to the beach where sea lions and seals can be seen during the summer months. It is 5-minutes' drive to the Owaka golf course and 9-minutes' drive to Owaka, where you will find shops, cafes and restaurants. Each apartment is fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They each have a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and kettle. There is a private bathroom with a hair dryer in each apartment. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing, horse riding and fishing.
Traveller reviews
lynne
couple
April 26, 2026
“Great spot, comfortable, and clean”
Comfortable with everything we needed for a holiday weekend stay
Rick
couple
April 15, 2026
Rustic charm. A reminder on how we once all lived. Clean, comfortable and all the basics
PAUL
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
great location. roomy. good facilities
Carol
couple
April 13, 2026
“A beautiful place finish our trip through Southland. Very comfortable and all facilities were great. The hosts made us f”
The beautiful garden and the birds singing
Alison
couple
March 27, 2026
“Cosy cabin”
Great location close to sea lions. Gorgeous outlook and very peaceful Lots of information about the area provided in cottage
Robert
couple
March 26, 2026
“Very happy”
Very rustic little cottage but very clean and comfortable. Having breakfast items and eggs supplied was a bonus.
Sue
couple
March 24, 2026
“Restful and quiet location.”
Quiet, clean, comfortable, warm, good shower, comfortable bed, some breakfast provided.
Tony
couple
March 21, 2026
“Excellent stay. Would recommend.”
There was enough food left for us by the owner. It was like being home from home.
Susan Mei Lin
couple
March 17, 2026
“Kepplestone”
Comfortable, beautiful garden, great location to places of interest. Jane our host is friendly and gave us enough information.
Madelaine
couple
March 14, 2026
Fantastic location, beautiful beach walking and wildlife viewing. Very comfortable suites.
Adie
couple
March 1, 2026
“A great cottage in Surat Bay”
Jane was really helpful. The cottage had everything we needed, including a welcome book that was full of information on the local area.
Christopher
couple
February 15, 2026
“A private and peaceful location to retreat back to after exploring the beautiful Catlins.”
Serene location.
Kim
couple
February 13, 2026
“Perfect location, facilities and host”
Everything you could want
Tania
couple
February 12, 2026
“All you need for the perfect stay that is off the beaten track😀”
Everything you need for a relaxing stay in this part of NZ. Jane is a great host. Night sky is absolutely stunning! Sea Lions within walking distance. Other attractions within drivable distances.
Carol
couple
February 11, 2026
“Thank you Jane, we both enjoyed your relaxing well-equipped unit. Will recommend to others.”
Location, right by the beach. Information of the area in the house. The veranda. The house was exceptionally clean. Jane, the host very great. Eggs and breakfast well received. Quiet relaxing area at the end of the road.
Jenny Hood
couple
January 20, 2026
“Chilling out in the Catlins”
Jane- exceptional host. Fresh eggs and cereal with plenty of milk huge bonus. Loved outdoor covered area watching native birds am and pm sitting on a comfy sofa. Parking was great. Loved the outlook, short walk to the beach to view sealions. Great place to get away from it all. Saw lots of great books left for reading, never had the time, too busy enjoying the environment. Highly recommend
Malcolm
couple
January 20, 2026
“Just perfect.”
A fantastic location and the cottage was clean and well maintained. We couldn’t ask for a more relaxing experience and Jane ( the hostess) was perfect. I would totally recommend this cottage to anyone who wants a quiet peaceful beachfront holiday. We will certainly return in the future to continue our exploration of the Catlins area.
Richard
couple
December 30, 2025
“Charming cottage for a relaxed time.”
this accommodation was a cosy cottage by the sea, set in a cottage garden. Just what we needed to relax after a busy Xmas with family. Owner met us and introduced us to the accommodation, always a bonus to met a real person. The owner was a good communicator re the arrival.
Geoff
couple
December 26, 2025
“Jane, Thank you very much for a lovely 2 night stay.”
Great location with everything we needed for a lovely quiet get away. Set in a beautiful garden with birdlife - fantails and Tui
Petra
extended_group
December 25, 2025
“Enjoy the sunrise”
The location is absolutely amazing
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Horse riding, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
General
Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms, Allergy-free room, Soundproof rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Apartment with Garden View
This apartment features garden views, a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette.
Studio Apartment with Sea View
This apartment features ocean views, a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette.
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