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

Pigeon Bay, Canterbury
$177 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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 solarpower).
The property has a wood-fired sauna, outdoor firebath, outdoor shower with forest view, outdoor composting toilet and beautiful views over Pigeon Bay.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Property Does Not Allow Children Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Stacey Y.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    Such a unique and wonderful spot. No need to leave as everything is right at your fingertips, starlit baths, sauna booster mornings, orchard jaunts, ocean views, chorus of bird life, candle light shadows adding magic to the moments, fireside dinners, the perfect place to hold us in absolute bliss and reset mode. Thanks for having us again!

  • Lea E.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    The property has a charm and delight that we enjoyed It was very apparent that the host paid attention to preparing the property so we could have a relaxed stay. There was plenty of firewood and mowed pathways to wander down. The fire bath by star light was an exquisite experience, the outdoor shower amidst the Kawakawa tree a delight. Huge gratitude.

  • Łukasz K.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2026

    Stayed Apr 24, 2026

    Amazing views and cool amenities - spa bath and sauna. The outdoor shower will make you feel like you're in a Palmolive ad :)

  • Danny Lee S.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    Awesome and playful space. Beautiful surroundings.

  • Robyn C.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2026

    Stayed Mar 28, 2026

    Beautiful location, very peaceful and loved the fantails and wood pigeons, awesome sauna and great outdoor shower - would highly recommend if you want a nice relaxing holiday.

  • Rebecca L.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2026

    Stayed Jan 6, 2026

    Beautiful accommodation, wonderful setting. Truly unique.

  • Sam W.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    So lovely and private

  • Sue N.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 22, 2025

    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.

  • shelby h.

    Submitted Dec 18, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2025

    The design and details of the house were so wonderful

  • Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    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.

  • Josh H.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 18, 2025

    awesome stay. Nice view. Cool adventure getting there. Clean and well maintained. Overall would love to come back!

  • Shane G.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    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

  • Lance I.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    High recommend we have had such a great stay so good sauna bath everything

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$170+
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