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Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway

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the bach
De-stressing in the garden
foto's of the garden
autumn sunrise
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Anakiwa, Marlborough
  • Okiwa Bay
    8 min walk
  • Picton War Memorial
    28 min drive
  • Picton Harbour
    29 min drive
  • Picton (PCN)
    48 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

single bedroom

2 Single Beds

sleep out

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

In the house

Toilet · Shower only

Sleepout

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway

Our holiday bach has proven to be a wonderful base to explore the magnificent Marlborough Sound and Queen Charlotte Walk Way, to charge the personal batteries and deepen relationships.
Guests from Wellington took the water taxi to the Tirimoana jetty straight off the ferry.
Friends used it to improve fitness and successfully competed in the Ironman in Taupo. ( by swimming between the Anakiwa jetty and Tirimoana jetty: about 45 minutes, cycling to Portage and back: 2h 50min, and running to Davies Bay: about 40min, and half way point: 1h.10min,)
The BBQ has been used by some well known New Zealanders to cook up gastronomic feasts.
The kayaks have been used to pick some mussels and explore the Sounds
Native pigeons, wax-eyes, robins, fantails, weka's, Tui's and bell birds entertain the eyes against the fern tree clad background.
The sound of the gentle running creek ensures restful sleeps.
Arriving will be easy, Leaving very hard.

The main house has 2 bedrooms: the master bedroom and a single bedroom with a bunk bed. The beds are standard 80cm wide, which some people feel is narrow
The sleep-out which is separate of the house has been renovated and is ready for the summer holiday season. The sleepout has a toilet, basin and a cold shower
The house has road access. There is a boat ramp close by. There is a single and double kayak with the house and kayak and mountain bike hire 2km down the road
The house is not suitable for small children due to the high decking around the house, where they could fall off.
The house/sleepout accommodates 4 comfortably, but has a Queen, double and 2x2 bunk beds (8 sleeping spaces in total)
Special conditions:
If you use our linen, please wash and dry it (washing machine and dryer on site)

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$10.00 per person); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and wash/dry the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

Leonie van den Bergh

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Anakiwa

Located in Anakiwa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pelorus Eco Adventures and Waitohi Recreational Reserve. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Anakiwa, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Okiwa Bay - 8 min walk
  • Picton Foreshore - 28 min drive
  • Picton Harbour - 29 min drive
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Oxley's Bar & Kitchen - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Irish - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Thirsty Pig Picton - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Okiwa Bay and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Pelorus Eco Adventures. Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Wonderful

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely holiday spot
Very nice, old style bach. Comfortable and tidy, easy walk to the beach, quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views and peace
We relaxed straight away. Loved the view, the bird life, the bush and exploring the stream at the bottom of the garden. Easy access to the queen charlotte track and the wharf to jump off were also great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family holiday spot
Our family had a lovely stay in Anakiwa. Weather was amazing, awesome deck, awesome views and bush. House was all we needed and was comfortable, shower needs improving. Everyone enjoyed the house and views. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway in the bush and short walk to beach. Close to start of Queen Charlotte track,
Great holiday location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly location with activities
This bach is located in a beautiful setting up a hill, surrounded by native bush & with a view out over the sound. The deck is perfect for sunbathing or breakfast outside in the morning.. after waking up to the birds singing & the sun beaming in from the east. We had fun paddling around the bay & walking down the track for a swim. If you’re looking for somewhere to totally relax but still have a few things to do during the day, this is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HAPPY
This is a true home from home batch. Native birds a plenty to listen out for and close to a good stretch of the Queen Charlotte track. Highly recommended if you truly want to escape the 'rat race' for a while.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sounds getaway
We’ve rented a few Sounds places over the years but this was our favourite. A fantastic wee bach. Great views of both the bush and the water. Warm and cosy space. Lovely gardens. The kids had a ball exploring the path down to the stream. Property is on the hill but our toddlers were fine with the walk to/from the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Great relaxing place, basic but with everything you need.
Great relaxing place, basic but with everything you need. Brilliant setting close to the sea and the Queen Charlotte track
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8/10 Good

Andrew H.

This is how I remember Kiwi batches.
This is how I remember Kiwi batches. It is as described on the website, its not modern and its not perfect but its great. The location and privacy were spot on. Nearby Kayak and mountain bike hire were very reasonable and saved driving back and forth to Picton and Havelock. Perfect for exploring the Sounds and chilling out.
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8/10 Good

Shaun T.

This bach i recommend, not a flash place but has all you need in a awesome bush setting.
This bach i recommend, not a flash place but has all you need in a awesome bush setting. Very cool having kayaks available and nearby Jetty to fish off. Our teenage girls loved it and hoping to go back one day. The weather was fantastic!
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6/10 Okay

Paul J.

Bit of maintenance on the horizon for the owners, but hey it's a kiwi bach and that's what character
Bit of maintenance on the horizon for the owners, but hey it's a kiwi bach and that's what character is all about! :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Lovely setting in the bush
Lovely setting in the bush
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The freedom and the view on the sounds
The freedom and the view on the sounds
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Incredible scenery, satisfactory house, lovely location.
Incredible scenery, satisfactory house, lovely location. Perfect for our needs.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our short break here - lovely location, very comfortable and clean and lots of hel
We really enjoyed our short break here - lovely location, very comfortable and clean and lots of helpful comments from the owners in the visitors book. We enjoyed the use of the kayaks and we found walking on the Queen Charlotte track straight from our door was a real bonus. Best of all was the time spent relaxing on the deck with views of the Sound and the valley full of birdsong - idyllic!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Very relaxing bach, beautiful spot, lovely views to the Sounds and a great sun-deck with loungers!
Very relaxing bach, beautiful spot, lovely views to the Sounds and a great sun-deck with loungers! We brought our family there and would definitely go back and spend longer next time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

View was good,we had just walked the Queen Charlotte Walk,there for would be good for people who jus
View was good,we had just walked the Queen Charlotte Walk,there for would be good for people who just wanted to walk part of track from Anikiwa

About the host

Hosted by Leonie van den Bergh

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Why they chose this property

Easy road access, close to the beach, Queen Charlotte track and Link pathway.
Price includes use of kayaks
Recently renovated with improved insulation, double glazing and a comfortable deck around the house, so you can catch the sun (or shade) any day of the week

What makes this property unique

Views over the Queen Charlotte Sound and native bush

Languages:

English, German, Dutch
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