Kepplestone by the Sea

3.5 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in New Haven with free parking
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Photo gallery for Kepplestone by the Sea

Beach nearby, white sand
Front of property
Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Kupe) | Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
9 Surat Bay Rd, New Haven, OTA, 9585
  • Teapot World
    10 min drive
  • Catlins Lake
    13 min drive
  • Jack's Blowhole
    25 min drive

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Kupe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Kiwa)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

New Haven

At Kepplestone by the Sea, you'll be 5.7 km (3.5 mi) from Teapot World and 7 km (4.4 mi) from Catlins Lake. Highlights at this B&B include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, barbecues and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class New Haven B&B include Willsher Bay Domain Reserve and Recreational Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Kaka Point Beach - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Jack's Blowhole - 25 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Purakaunui Falls - 26 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Cannibal Bay Beach - 27 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 39 min drive - 26.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Catlins Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Earthlore - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bakehouse Takeaways - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kepplestone by the Sea

Adults-only bed & breakfast in New Haven with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Kepplestone by the Sea. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star New Haven bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Kepplestone by the Sea offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This New Haven bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English, Filipino

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 6:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Kepplestone Sea B&B New Haven
Kepplestone Sea B&B
Kepplestone Sea New Haven
Kepplestone Sea
Kepplestone By The Sea Haven
Kepplestone by the Sea New Haven
Kepplestone by the Sea Bed & breakfast
Kepplestone by the Sea Bed & breakfast New Haven

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kepplestone by the Sea?

Kepplestone by the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Kepplestone by the Sea?

Yep, Kepplestone by the Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kepplestone by the Sea?

The closest beach to Kepplestone by the Sea is Kaka Point Beach (10.6 km).

Is Kepplestone by the Sea family-friendly?

No, Kepplestone by the Sea is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kepplestone by the Sea?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kepplestone by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 6:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kepplestone by the Sea?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kepplestone by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

SP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location right by the water, short drive back into town. Helpful friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea was iustshort walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved this property, had more of a BNB than expected but did not mind one bit. The location is amazing and a great place to use as a base to explore the Catlins. We would have loved to stay extra nights and will be back again. The bathroom being carpeted was a bit weird.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy Cottage By the Sea
We loved our stay here. It was cosy and felt like we were in a beachside NZ Bach. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were really lovely and we were thrilled to see sealions on the beach. Superb remote and beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great getaway
A very comfortable place to stay. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. They were very attentive to our needs but respected our privacy. Good local information supplied. Great base for exploring the area. We are happy to recommend. Thank you. We would love to come back if we have the opportunity.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ester was so welcoming and we wish we could have stayed longer. We wish them all the best for the future. Awesome peaceful place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kool little place
Orsum, friendly, kool little place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Orsum relaxing place
Orsum stay, wish it was longer. Ery nice lady to deal with and very kool cottage. Want to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIPA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A night in Surat Bay
We wanted to find a quiet retreat on our trip across the Catlins and chose Surat Bay. We booked only a few nights earlier and of the two cottages, we booked the one with the larger bed. Checkin was easy, the room was warm and the bed comfy. Breakfast was included and there was a lovely array of eggs, cereal, toast and spreads. We were lucky enough to walk along the beach and find a sea lion sleeping on the sand.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

KepplestoneByTh, Otago, New Zealand

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed staying here. Peaceful, quiet, close the beach Just a short drive to Owaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The cabin was very big and comfortable. The furnishings were a bit outdated but extremely functional and comfortable. It was great having a king sized bed, a large indoor table and a nice outside space. The hosts were very friendly and helpful and even loaned us their binoculars to see the sea lions better. The location is great within walking distance of many huge sea lions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Peter J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient Location
Newhaven is easily missed from the main road but Kepplestone is at a convenient, quiet location for visiting many of the local walks and attractions. Breakfast items including fresh local eggs were a surprise inclusion. Thank you for a pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty spacious cabin, minutes walk from beach
Pretty little cabin, immaculately clean with lovely fresh eggs, fruit, cereal, bread butter and marmalade left for breakfast. Jack and Ester are lovely hosts, we would have loved to spend longer here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Ron, New

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
do not worth the cost. Very old and poor amenities. Don’t come here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is wonderful, right by the sea, and the host is very friendly. The check-out time of 10 AM is a little on the early side, and the room is clean and neat but not especially luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Dolcie Dauphine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply the best what a wonderful out of the way place, everything just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a guest cabin to the main house that is old, tired and really could use some upgrades. Close to the waterfront and beach. The hosts are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed being quiet and so near the beach where we could walk and enjoy the wildlife - birds and sea lions and a very angry seal
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019