Elegant Accommodation: The Shepherd's Rest in Oamaru offers a luxury tent with one bedroom and a bathroom. Guests enjoy mountain views and a private entrance.
Modern Amenities: The property features a kitchenette with a refrigerator, stovetop, toaster, and electric kettle. Free toiletries, a hairdryer, and a dining table enhance comfort.
Outdoor Spaces: An open-air bath and outdoor seating area provide relaxation. Barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture allow guests to enjoy the scenic surroundings.
Convenient Location: Located 100 km from Richard Pearse Airport and 40 km from Moeraki Boulders, the property is ideal for nature trips. Highly rated for its bathroom comfort and scenic views.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Location was close to town but felt very rural. Liked being able to see the stars so clearly because of no lights from the city. Accommodation with a rustic country feel. Comfy bed. Shower was hot with good pressure.would have loved to try the...”
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Donna
New Zealand
“Recommend as it was peaceful & quiet - did get some great views until the rain came in - loved feeding the alpacas - outside bathtub looked inviting (did not use due to short on time) - very interesting bambooloo composting toilet - overall a...”
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Andrew
United Kingdom
“Stunning location. Tiny but comfortable, clean and cosy converted shepherds shed. The outside bath with lovely hot water and perfumed fizzing bath bomb was an amazing experience, as was looking at the starlit sky later with no light pollution. The...”
Michelle
New Zealand
“The host is very lovely and welcoming.
A cozy and heartwarming retreat! The hut is private and provides a peaceful escape, perfect for unwinding.
We are already talking about coming back!”
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Ray
United Kingdom
“It was small, compact and neat just what we expected from a shepherds hut.”
Julie
New Zealand
“The privacy yet expansive views, the quiet, the animals, the outdoor piped bathtub(!), the simple nature of the stay.”
Gareth
United Kingdom
“The location was amazing and with an outdoor bath to enjoy whilst chatting to the alpacas”
Gwyneth
United Kingdom
“Loved the whole feel of the place. Cozy with lovely views and alpacas and sheep for company. They loved being fed!!”
Suzanne
Australia
“Awesome farm stay, super comfy bed, alpacas to keep you company, basic cooking facilities, BBQ. Also has an outdoor bath with hot water, although it was a bit cold to used when we were there”
Wendy
Australia
“Very cosy tiny house with everything we needed for a 3 night stay. Beautiful rural setting which was very peaceful yet close to town. Very clean and comfortable with lots of thoughtful touches, including an outdoor bathtub. Food for the cute...”
Host Information
9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
The Shepherds Rest is located on a 300 acre working bull beef farm, with views towards the Kakanui Ranges.
The hut has a kitchenette with basic cooking facilities, queen size bed with fairy lights above plus ensuite bathroom with shower, vanity and Bambooloo composting toilet.
Outside there is a gas heated outdoor bathtub so you can soak away your troubles and enjoy star gazing.
Our friendly alpaca and pet sheep are located in the paddock by the hut and we provide food so you can feed them.
As it is a working farm you will hear the sounds of farm animals as well as farm vehicles.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
The Shepherd's Rest takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 04:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform The Shepherd's Rest in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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