Warmly lit double bed inside the Balder barrel cabin with carved bedside shelves

Viking Village

Balder Cabin

Our most secluded barrel, made for couples and quiet nights.

Sleeps: 2
Beds: 1 double
Spa: Private outdoor
Best for: Couples and romance

About Balder

Experience complete privacy in our most secluded barrel, tucked away from the rest of the property for a truly peaceful escape. Soak in your own private outdoor spa, dine outdoors while taking in uninterrupted views of the Kaiata mountain ranges, and unwind surrounded by nothing but native bush and birdsong. Perfect for couples seeking a quiet, romantic getaway.

In Your Barrel

Double bed

Private outdoor spa

Outdoor dining

Secluded setting

Mountain views

Included In The Village

Shared bathroom block

The Great Hall

Outdoor cooking and BBQ areas

Outdoor dining

Axe throwing at no extra cost

On-site parking

There are no kitchens in the barrels — all cooking happens outdoors on the BBQs.

Good To Know

Check-in from 2:00pm

Check-out by 11:00am

Spas are always ready, no booking needed

Axe throwing is included with your stay

Book Balder

Balder is booked directly through Airbnb. Choose your dates and the village is yours.

Where You'll Be

115 Clifton Road, Kaiata, West Coast, New Zealand

Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
45 min drive
Hokitika Gorge
1 hr 10 drive
Lake Brunner
40 min drive

Things to do on the West Coast

Explore The Other Barrels

Interior of the Freyja barrel cabin with a double bed, lanterns and open shutters looking out to native bush

Freyja

Sleeps 2

The largest outdoor space in the village, with a private BBQ and outdoor spa.

Interior of the Frigg barrel cabin with four timber bunks, ladders and a window framing tree ferns

Frigg

Sleeps 4

Four bunks and a private outdoor spa, built for families and small groups.

Cosy double bed inside the Odin barrel cabin with a shuttered window looking into the forest

Odin

Sleeps 2

A cosy double for couples and solo travellers, with an outdoor spa.