Vacation rentals in Blackball

Spacious, comfortable, very well appointed & away from hustle & bustle of town which suits us. Use of the washer & dryer particularly handy. We did not want for anything. Thank you Sharyn for blessing us with your gift of hospitality!

Heavenly! One of our favorite stays while in NZ! I will NEVER forget stargazing in the wood burning hot tub!! Hard to leave !

We loved The Ugly Duckling and are ready to move in permanently! Really comfy and charming. Beautiful yard, thoughtful amenities, such a pleasant place to hang out after a long tramp in the mountains. It’s one of the homiest places I’ve stayed. We weren’t traveling with young children, but we could see how thoughtfully this is set up for families. Can’t say enough positive things about The Ugly Duckling!

Very comfortable and great it was dog proof for our small dog

stunning place, had to keep pinching ourselves regarding the views from the balcony. Driveway was steap but easily manageable and the west coast was such an amazing place to visit! id recommend this home for anyone wanting to take the trip. Great location. Well kept and completely unique, we loved the balcony!!

A lovely peaceful location with a flat walk to town and the beach. It was great that Carol provided breakfast for us. It is a comfortable home and the kitchen is well stocked.

Super suite right next to Paparoa. I loved being on the top floor, surrounded by palm trees, birdsong, and the sound of the ocean. It is possible to do an inspired hiking loop without driving by walking down to Paparoa track, cutting south in the inland track, and circling back to the cottage. This will take you past the caverns, pancake rocks, and some of the best hiking around. I felt the suite was very cozy and had a warm feeling.

Beautiful home! We enjoyed watching the sunset over the ocean. Such a great location! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely home.

This has been my fifteenth BnB since coming to NZ about three months ago and one of my very favorites so far. Was it George's hospitality? Was it the very modern kitchen? Was it the very comfortable bed? Was it the pristine bathroom? Or the large, comfortable living room? Or the great laundry features? Yes! All those things and more! But when you step into the living room and see the view of the Okari river mouth steps from the front deck, along with the Tasman sea beyond, you know why you came here! Are there stores, shops, or cafes in Cape Foul Wind. No, but Westport is about a 15 minute drive north if that's your desire. So bring all your supplies for your stay. There's plenty to do. Stroll kilometers of pristine beaches or the river at low tide. Tauranga Bay beach is just up the road if you fancy surfing or just watching the rollers pounding the amazing rock formations. Or take a stroll to the lighthouse and the seal colony. I wish I had stayed longer! Highly recommend!