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Wits End Golden Bay S

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Outdoor dining
Beach views from house
Loung
Living area
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tata Beach, Takaka
  • Tata Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pohara Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Takaka (KTF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Wits End Golden Bay S

Summary:
Charming Kiwi Beach Bach with Fantastic Beach and Ocean Views

Bach or holiday home, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 6)
A few steps over the road from WitsEnd and you are walking on the golden sands of Ligar Bay which is a beautiful, safe, sandy beach. No having to drive to the beach, you are already there. If you forget the sun lotion it is only steps back to your welcoming bach. Ligar Bay is approximately 10 minutes drive from Takaka, a short drive to great walking tracks, the northern gateway of the Abel Tasman National Park and local attractions You can check out eateries in nearby Pohara or further afield if you want to combine dining with exploring Golden Bay. You can launch your boat at nearby Tarakohe Harbour or at Tata Beach or you could take a leisurely paddle around the Bay on WitsEnd's kayaks, maybe out to the Tata Islands to spot the seals or potter around in the Estuary at high tide. WitsEnd is furnished for comfort and that special 'holiday feel'. To enhance your stay, there are also mountain bikes available for exploring nearby areas and board and card games to bring out the competitive holiday spirit.

The Space:
Dine out on the balcony overlooking the water or out the back to keep the cook company at the BBQ. You will be drawn by the ever changing sea views and the relaxing atmosphere of WitsEnd.

Bedroom Configuration -
Bedroom 1 - Double Bed
Bedroom 2 - 2 x Single Beds
Bedroom 3 - 1 x Double Bed (Outside access only)

Special conditions:
Please note Campervans and motorhomes are not permitted to be parked on the property.

Cleaning fee does not cover BBQ. Guests required to leave BBQ in a cleaned state.

Downstairs bedroom does not have internal stair access, suits adults or older teens only.

Maximum number of guests is six, no camping, pets or smoking on site.

Mountain bikes x 3 (included); Kayaks (included);

The Neighborhood:
The golf course, boat ramp, Pohara Beach plus the golden bays most popular and loved beaches, Ligar Bay & Tata Beach, are a short drive away.

Only a short drive from the famous Mussel Inn, and to Collingwood which offers cafes and Farewell Spit Tours.

This part of the area has a number of potters and artists studios.

Wharariki Beach is by far one of the most stunning beaches in New Zealand. Huge rock formations, sand hills, caves, cliffs, dunes , white sand and baby seals.

Farewell Spit is New Zealand’s longest sand spit (25 km) and a nature reserve. It is an internationally-renowned bird sanctuary with over 90 bird species recorded in the area.

Heaphy Track is one of New Zealand’s nine great walks. Many people choose to walk only to the first or second huts on the track instead of walking its entire length which have toilets and running-water facilities. The Heaphy Track, also allows mountain bikes.

Abel Tasman National Park is a must see, golden sand and clear waters, 3 hour to 3 day walks. Don't forget your camera.

Getting Around:
There is no public transport to or within the Bay, a car is essential.

Other Things to Note:
You'll be pleased to know that Linen & Towels are included with this property.

Property manager

Bell Cross Roberton Property Management Ltd

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
This property accepts cash
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

Ligar Bay

Located in Ligar Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Abel Tasman National Park and Grove Scenic Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Onetahuti Bay Campsite.
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Tata Beach, Takaka

What's nearby

  • Ligar Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tata Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pohara Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Totaranui Beach - 37 min drive - 18.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Brigand Cafe Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪De-Lish Delicatessen - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wits End Golden Bay S pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wits End Golden Bay S?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wits End Golden Bay S?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wits End Golden Bay S located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ligar Bay holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ligar Bay Beach, Tata Beach and Golden Bay. Pohara Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Ligar Bay

Very comfortable and well appointed bach in Ligar Bay, complete with bikes and sea kayaks! Ligar Bay itself is lovely, with shallow pools 100+ meters out ar low tide. Great value property.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jared L., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot.

Nice area great relaxing spot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family break

Lovely location and comfortable house. Great wifi and instructions for use of the house. Missing wood for the fire which was a shame at this time of year. Overall, lovely spot for a break.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

Great location, stunning views, even on the one wet windy day. Sparkling clean, extremely comfortable and that perfect holiday bach feel.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Older style, great views, great location and very clean

We (two adult couples) stayed here with the plan to walk the northern parts of the Abel Tasman track. It was perfect for that! We then spent the evenings sitting on the deck enjoying the wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Jude W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ligar Bay bach

Good time had by all. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Cathy E.

Homely, clean, welcoming

We had a great time in this traditional Kiwi bach - a high standard of everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

A lovely kiwi bach

A comfortable place to stay. Handy to everything with a lovely outlook.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree M., Christchurch, New Zealand

WitsEnd is the perfect property for a family stay

WitsEnd is the perfect property for a family stay. The location at Ligar Bay is breathtaking with a wonderful beach for swimming & kayaking. The bach is always spotless & the beds beautifully made and the kitchen is well equipped. We continue to return to WitsEnd as it is a family favourite.

8/10 Good

Alice T.

Right across from a beautiful safe swimming beach. Very clean and well organised house.

We loved our stay. House had everything we needed for a great summer holiday. Was so handy being able to hop across the road to swim and use the kayaks. Loved Waking up to the beautiful views! Close to lots of wonderful places to explore. Great communication too. Would love to come back again one day. Many thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

What an amazing house in the perfect location!

What an amazing house in the perfect location! We loved being able to stroll across the road to the beach in the day and sit out on the balcony at night watching the ocean come and go. Really close to some lovely cafes and shops in Pohara and Takaka, as well as some great bush walks. Great having the kayaks on hand too! Truly the place to stay in Golden Bay. The house had everything we needed and more. We would love to come back and will definitely be recommending it to anyone going to the area
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8/10 Good

Mary S.

Great situation and everything you need is available

Great situation and everything you need is available
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree M., Christchurch, New Zealand

We have enjoyed our 4th visit to WitsEnd and as always the property was spotless.

We have enjoyed our 4th visit to WitsEnd and as always the property was spotless. This is a great Bach for a family holiday, the location is breath taking with a safe bay for swimming and kayaking. It has become our family's favourite location for our summer holiday.
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8/10 Good

M F.

Fantastic spot, great bach with amazing views.

Fantastic spot, great bach with amazing views. Kayaks and bikes to use. Awesome.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Had a fantastic time here, all as described.

Had a fantastic time here, all as described. Just ideal for our family of 3 plus visiting grandparent. Great with a young one, having a bathtub and super safe balcony (with a glorious view).
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Fabulous location, spectacular views of the sea and bay.

Fabulous location, spectacular views of the sea and bay. Very clean and tidy property and welcoming with all basics needed for our stay .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The property is always spotless on arrival with the beds beautifully made.

The property is always spotless on arrival with the beds beautifully made. WitsEnd is a perfect place for families to stay with a safe swimming beach over the road. The kayaks provided get daily use by our family as the tidal bay provides excellent kayaking conditions. Ligar Bay is a beautiful location and the view from the deck is breathtaking. After a third visit WitsEnd is our family's favourite summer holiday destination.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The Bach was beautifully presented, great location and was kitted out well.

The Bach was beautifully presented, great location and was kitted out well. Had a brilliant time there with my adult son and daughter. Would highly recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Excellent location.

Excellent location. Property well equipped and stocked with necessities and more. With a long low estate wagon access to the property was a little challenging at first with "bottoming out" problems - would suggest that the opening to the drive be widened to make angled approach easier. Good to be forewarned about the problem, however. A motion-activated light above the back door (like at the front) would help those arriving late.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We made a last-minute decsion to get out of town for the long weekend.

We made a last-minute decsion to get out of town for the long weekend. Despite torrential rain and winds most of the time we were there, we had a lovely, relaxing stay. The fire kept us cozy when we were penned up and the bach was spacious and tidy with a brilliant view over the bay. Great base from which to explore Golden Bay from :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Super clean and tidy house that was perfect for our little family, in our favourite location in Gold

Super clean and tidy house that was perfect for our little family, in our favourite location in Golden Bay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Witsend is a lovely property with that relaxed "Kiwi Bach" feel.

Witsend is a lovely property with that relaxed "Kiwi Bach" feel. It's immaculately clean and comfortable and equipped with everything needed for a good holiday. It's in a great location across the road from the beach . The front of the property looks out over Ligar Bay while the rear view is of the country fields. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property to other holiday makers
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spot to spend the week in Golden bay! Could have happily stayed at wits end another week.

Beautiful spot to spend the week in Golden bay! Could have happily stayed at wits end another week. The house is lovely and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Very handy having the kayaks to explore surrounding beaches. Would definitely recommend this Bach if you are looking for a peaceful spot with beautiful views.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

fantastic seafront location and views.

fantastic seafront location and views. a true kiwi bach that was welcoming, clean and tidy.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The location is perfect for a beach holiday.

The location is perfect for a beach holiday. The daily bird song was beautiful. The property was presented in a very clean and tidy condition throughout. The beach was our living area or else the deck as for the most part we enjoyed gloriously sunny hot weather! The back lawn area with the large picnic table was our preference to enjoy breakfast and dinner where we captured the rising and setting sun. Having the separate toilet was appreciated. We loved our holiday at WitsEnd and will return.

About the host

Hosted by Bell Cross Roberton Property Management Ltd

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