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In the heart of the park

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Torrent Bay
Beach looking North
Beach looking South
Lounge
Ballon Rock

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Abel Tasman National Park, Torrent Bay
  • Abel Tasman National Park
    13 min walk
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track
    16 min walk
  • Marahau Beach
    13 min drive
  • Motueka (MZP)
    1 min walk

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Master room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

In the heart of the park

Perfect place to get away from it all, the small township of Torrent Bay has around 40 permanent dwellings most of which are empty through the year.
The bay livens up in the summer when most of the properties are used which gives a friendly atmosphere.
Kid safe beaches and lagoon, lots of bush walks on your doorstep.
Enjoy the feeling of settling down to a refreshing drink while the day trippers are rushing off to board a water taxi.
There are 2 homes side be side so larger groups can be catered for.
Due to being off grid there is no power available in the units, with the exception of lighting and the fridge freezer.
Mobile reception is also patchy, but can usually be found on the front beach, with vodaphone network being better that spark. There is a pay phone in the shed by the jetty with free local calls.

Sunday Star Times had an good article, on Torrent Bay, on the stuff web site back in February which can still be searched. "Heavenly, despite the sandy togs"

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$30.00 per person);
Starlink Internet (Optional, NZ$30 per Stay)
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

StuartAl3
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 11:00 AM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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

About the area

Torrent Bay

Located in Torrent Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. Abel Tasman Coast Track and Onetahuti Bay Campsite are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Abel Tasman National Park and Marahau Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Abel Tasman National Park, Torrent Bay

What's nearby

  • Abel Tasman National Park - 13 min walk
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 16 min walk
  • Marahau Beach - 13 min drive
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 32 min drive
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hooked on Marahau
  • The Park Cafe
  • Tonga Quarry

Frequently asked questions

Is In the heart of the park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In the heart of the park?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at In the heart of the park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In the heart of the park located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Onetahuti Bay and Abel Tasman National Park. Abel Tasman Coast Track is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gudsteinn V., Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped batch
Great batch in paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Location on the park is great and its only a short walk to the beach. Property manager was friendly and great to deal with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Kiwi Bach in Stunning Location
We were two families staying at the Bach and it was perfect! Such a stunning location and everything we needed for 5 days in Paradise... We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fabulous Torrent Bay stay
As long time visitors to Torrent Bay, we always love the convenience of staying at Stuart’s excellent bach. The privacy of the location is second to none, the view from upstairs is lovely and the wildlife love this spot - we had a kākā land on our washing line at one point! Pre-visit communication with Stuart is always fantastic and it was lovely to actually briefly meet him this time as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Park time
The perfect able Tasman getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Neeraj D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
A world away - amazing location
We had a wonderful stay and my family had a great time Things we enjoyed: Spaciousness Large kitchen for meals and a large fridge/freezer Location to the beach and walks and yet private Use of the kayaks and life jackets Things that can be improved - these are only small but can make a big difference to future guests: Kitchen did not have any tea towels - having tea towels would be really appreciated; There was hardly any liquid for washing dishes - we had to borrow some from a neighbour The place was not that clean when we checked in - there was rubbish (tin cans etc) possibly thrown by other guests at the back of the property. We understand that the property is close to the bush and cobwebs and critters are normal, but when you are at Abel Tasman, we expect to only see nature and seeing rubbish is heart breaking. We would return to stay, but it would be appreciated if the standard of cleanliness was raised and the kitchen was better equipped with the suggestions above. Many thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Really enjoyed our stay, amazing location and comfortable home to stay in! Already planning to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful and relaxing time at this property. It's a great location a short walk to the Torrent Bay beach and right on the Abel Tasman track. The house is spacious and well equipped. Although off grid, there is a helpful charging port and refrigerator/freezer. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Dick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abel Tasman visit
Great stay - plenty of room to socialise and a good place to be. Loved Torrent Bay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Awesome place, with heaps to do
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
A wonderful place from which to explore the Abel Tasman. The property is very comfortable, private and quiet. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ella L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NY @ Torrent Bay
We had the best time in Torrent Bay- it’s the perfect spot! The house was great, a true Kiwi Bach! Extra handy features were the big fridge for all our food, USB charging point for our GoPro/cameras to capture all the memories (we loved not using our phones-so nice!), the wet area shower/bathroom and the outside tap/shower to hose off sand. The bach is so close to the beach, perfect for watching sunrises, sunsets & some NY fireworks. We loved our stay, thankyou!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t recommend it enough
Had an awesome time in Torrent Bay. The Bach has everything you need, and is so close to the beach. First time visiting Abel Tasman and the location is great for exploring other parts of the park. Thanks so much Stuart!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elayne L., Nelson, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little hideaway in paradise
I have stayed in this bach a number of times and will be back again. The friendly owner is very helpful and quick to answer any of my questions. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise S., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location - so relaxing and beautiful
This is a traditional kiwi bach located 50m from the beach - it's quiet and private. There is everything you need for a relaxing holiday, comfy beds, lots of books and games etc. The kayaks were fabulous and added so much to our stay - the kids had a great time exploring the lagoons. The solar power worked fabulously, there's USB points for phone charging and a big new fridge. Friends booked the adjoining bach, so to have two places together, but our own space, was fantastic. We will definitely be back. The location is outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and wonderful stay
We loved our stay at this property in Torrent Bay. You could not ask for a better location and it had a great mixture of water activities and walks to cool spots such as Cleopatra's pool and Falls River swing bridge. We choose to stay and do short walks as we were travelling as two families with children between 6 - 9 years. Communication with the property owner was excellent and very quick. Thanks a lot
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
Really enjoyed our stay, thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steven F., Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basic bach in a great location. Have stayed here many times.
It is a basic bach that has everything you need for a stay in Abel Tasman.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Had a fantastic stay in a fabulous spot. Stuart was and is very helpful
Great place to stay hence a regular returning guest. Thanks so much we love it .
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Rachel D.

Great little kiwi Bach off the beaten track.
Overall the property met our expectations. Off the beaten track, kayaks, outdoor shower, BBQ, all you need for a short stay in the National Park. The place could do with a good dusting and some insect mesh over the windows would be a great addition during the hot summer nights. All in all we loved our stay, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Marianne E.

Beautiful bach in heart of the Abel Tasman
Fantastic location and very roomy property for a family of four. Property very comfortable with everything we needed. Great to have use of kayaks. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Ann B., Qingdao, China

A bach in need of some basic care
I didn’t expect much. I knew I was renting simple accommodations, in a beautiful, fairly remote area, during peak season. And we were going to pay a lot for. So the bar was already set low. What frustrates me about this house is how little care the owners appear to put into this house. I understand the nature of the bach is, upon leaving, the guest is expected to clean and make the house tidy for the next. But this house does not appear to have been properly cleaned in decades. There is a level of grime that appears to have a foundation originating from 1981. I heard a large critter scrurry across the floor at night and there was evidence of there presence on the floor. Along the side and behind the house is a jungle of plants which has also not been cleaned out in decades, certainly provides a wonderful habitat for these critters, as well as for the mosquitos whose abundance makes sleeping with the (screenless) windows open impossible. This may be a good time to describe the composting pile directly next to to the back door ( which is the only entry which works with a key). Composting is great and is a perfect way to dispose of refuse in this national park, but having it so close to the house is not ideal. The beds are fairly comfortable and because we were traveling within New Zealand had to pay for the expensive ($90!) service. We received towels (I appreciated the kitchen towels), but only bottom sheets and pillow cases and no top sheet or cover to use with the comforter. There are kayaks to use but there were only child sized life jackets. It is a place to unwind and unplug, but not providing one outlet, since the refrigerator has a plug, seems just silly (lazy). And that’s what appears to be the final assessment of this bach, there is a substantial lack of care. The owners have rented this house out 1000 times. It is a beautiful location so it sells itself. But the lack of care of the building and grounds, and simply the rental profits, appear to be the owners only concern. I must add that communication was poor. I would not have known about the key code had I not met the previous tenant on the beach. My family can enjoy ourselves anywhere but we collectively agreed that this place was a dump!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Spectacular
Fantastic weekend in an amazing wee spot. House was clean and had all we needed :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Wonderful Bach with everything we needed for a great family stay in the park .
Wonderful Bach with everything we needed for a great family stay in the park . So central to great walks and stunning scenery. Would highly recommend and love to come again
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8/10 Good

Jacqueline H.

We enjoyed the property at Fernbank.
We enjoyed the property at Fernbank. It was a shame to loose the sun about 4.15pm at the end of Summer. It was so great to have the kayaks available for use. We used them every day but the 3 Kayaks may have slow leaks. We enjoyed our 3 night stay and walked over to Bark bay and another walk to Cleopatra's pool. Considering the storm had hit less than a week prior we were thrilled there wasn't too much damage to such a beautiful area. Many thanks for having the Bach available for hire.

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