We were collected from the post office after our flight from Invercargill, and were given a quick tour of Halfmoon Bay by our host (quick is all that's needed). The room was excellent. Obviously recently refurbished, clean, spacious with an excellent bathroom. Supplies were replenished each day. We did many walks around Stewart and Ulva Islands, and it was great... More

A small quiet retreat a few minutes up a small hill from the centre of Oban, We saw the other accommodation available. Within Oban, this would be the best. The manageress had an incredible attention to detail. Also the service was excellent. It was a bit pricey (but was still excellent value). Like everything on Stewart Island, you have to... More

When we visited the retreat had just completed its renovation period, we felt that it was a great option for accommodation on Stewart Island - just five minutes walk to the pub and other amenities in Halfmoon Bay. The service was great, rooms modern and new (although didn't quite understand the two king size beds.) We traveled in winter and... More

Great place to come and relax, we were at Kaka for 3 nights and had a very relaxing time. The wildlife on the island is a must to see. We did sevral bush walks and was very impressed with the activities in the summer. Kaka Retreat is a home away from home, very modern and the staff were great!

We flew in to the island as the crossing by ferry can be rough! We were collected at the post office by our hosts and driven up the hill to what we knew as Kaka Cottages. This is a site amongst trees where the main accommodations have been fitted in to a small area together with the necessary water tanks... More