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The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath!

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The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! provides amenities, such as a sauna and a hot tub.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath!

  • Welcome to The Mud House, an inviting, private earth house located in the picturesque Pigeon Bay, nestled on a permaculture property within the stunning region of Banks Peninsula, New Zealand.

    Perfect for a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat, this unique accommodation comfortably accommodates up to 2 guests in a double bed, ensuring a cozy and intimate atmosphere.

    This adobe studio is open plan, with a cozy log burner and a kitchen with a gas stovetop (no oven, as on solar power).
    The property has a wood-fired sauna, outdoor firebath, outdoor shower with forest view, outdoor composting toilet and beautiful views over Pigeon Bay.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

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9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 228 reviews
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Pigeon Bay is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sumner Beach and New Brighton Beach. Visit our Pigeon Bay travel guide
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Pigeon Bay, Canterbury Region

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum
    Akaroa Museum
    20 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Akaroa Wharf
    Akaroa Wharf
    22 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Duvauchelle Showgrounds
    10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Akaroa Golf Club
    11 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve
    12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station
    68 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hilltop Cafés & Bar
    9 min drive
  • Duvauchelle Hotel
    9 min drive
  • Duvauchelle Store & Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Duvauchelle Bistro
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mud House— earth studio in Pigeon Bay with views, wood-fired sauna & bath! located?

Situated in Pigeon Bay, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Banks Peninsula, Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Akaroa Golf Club. Duvauchelle Showgrounds is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Exceptional

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely.This place is not a luxury hotel. But it has what you need and it has heart. A truly peaceful and soulful place. A beautiful setting, so many birds and an incredible view. I was concerned about the composting toilet but it is totally civilized with a sink and running water. Smelled better than most indoor baths. We did not use the sauna as the weather was quite warm and sunny but it looked charming. There was a fire laid in the wood stove and the wood boxes were filled with split wood, vase of fresh flowers on table. Lots of nice little touches.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shelby h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The design and details of the house were so wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lance I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High recommend we have had such a great stay so good sauna bath everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So lovely and private
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful accommodation, wonderful setting. Truly unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay log burner and outdoor bath were greatloved the location clean and tidy and good facilities host was very good and healpful with great communication we would defintly stay againcheers shane and Debbie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was unusual and very peaceful. We had an amazing stay and will be back. The sauna experience was a highlight. The position up in the hills with its expansive views was breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome stay. Nice view. Cool adventure getting there. Clean and well maintained. Overall would love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denis B.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025