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Best South Island vacation rentals

Most recommended vacation rentals in South Island

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Larnach Lodge & Stable Stay - Dunedin - Balcony
Larnach Lodge & Stable Stay
9 Wonderful
356 ﷼+
356 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown - Kitchen
Pinewood Lodge
7.3 Good
281 ﷼+
281 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
146 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Reavers Lodge
6.2 Okay
298 ﷼+
298 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast
8.2 Very good
363 ﷼+
363 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
8.4 Very good
526 ﷼+
526 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Pinewood Queenstown
7.1 Good
232 ﷼+
232 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
8.5 Very good
400 ﷼+
400 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
583 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Coronation Lodge
8.6 Very good
645 ﷼+
645 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Highview Apartments
8.7 Very good
560 ﷼+
560 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

728 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

652 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 36% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 2% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect South Island vacation rental

FAQs when booking a vacation home in South Island

  • How much is a vacation rental in South Island for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island vacation rentals for tonight for as low as 176 ﷼. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental in South Island for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as 107 ﷼ per night. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in South Island?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in South Island. You’ll find apartments, houses, holiday parks, villas, chalets, cottages, homestays, lodges, cabins, agritourism, luxury tents, campgrounds, farm stays, bungalows, condos, caravans and houseboats.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in South Island?

    There are many types of properties available for South Island vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Reavers Lodge and Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in South Island?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly South Island vacation rentals, with around 6% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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