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Peaceful,Private Brookside Cottage
Fresh,clean,S/C accom with a cute loft style bdrm with queen bed + 2 pull out kingsingle sofa beds in living area. I can sleep a 5th person on a mattress if required but they will need a sleeping bag (MAX 2 NIGHT STAY FOR 5 PEOPLE) The living area has a ceiling fan for Aircon purposes Fully equipped kitchen incl small oven,gas hobs & microwave. Bathroom has gas hot water shower and washing machine There is plenty of parking space, an outdoor area with picnic table in a lovely,rural setting.:)

Hidden Holiday Cottage
A cute wee cottage for a hideaway. Surrounded by trees and bird life in a peaceful setting. The Motueka River is a 5 min walk. We have a sculpture garden and gallery on site showcasing the work of David Carson and other artists. Free entry to our guests. A great central location for Nelson, Motueka, Kaiteriteri and Nelson lakes. We are conveniently located right on the Great Taste cycle trail. Fully self contained cottage. For a look around check out this virtual tour: https://bit.ly/2PB0Yqt

Tui's Secret - private peaceful nature retreat
We love to welcome you for a rejuvenating holiday in our unique hideaway in nature! The view over Tasman Bay is breathtaking! You are surrounded by lush regenerating bush with diverse birdsong and wildlive. This is a truly relaxing place in privacy, off-grid. Soak in the fresh air or in the fire bath, breathing in pure fresh air. Enjoy some quality time in our cosy hut, or funky kitchen. All this is close to Motueka, stunning beaches, 2 Nationalparks and many amazing tourist attractions.

Tinyhouse Modern Retreat "The Apple"
Welcome to "The Apple", our Tinyhouse on wheels. Situated outside of the delightful township of Motueka we have built this tiny retreat and are super excited to be able to offer this unique accommodation experience to others. Lie in bed and watch the stars or enjoy the view out across the Tasman bay. Staying in a tinyhouse is an experience. Modern, bright and comfortable "the Apple" is a perfect escape, a relaxing weekend getaway with the beautiful Tasman region at your doorstep.

Beach Front Accommodation - Abel Tasman - Marahau
Beach Front Stunning Location Best views, located directly opposite the ocean our lower floor 2 bedroom apartment is set in an idyllic location in the National Park. Relax on your own covered deck. BBQ while watching the tide. Room for 6 people. 2 bedrooms (1 double and a bunk room) with a fold down queen size bed in living room, open plan living / Kitchen area, great indoor outdoor flow. 10 minutes walk to Abel Tasman walking track, shop/booking office, cafe/bar 200m along road.

Applegirth - Peaceful Retreat near Mapua
A relaxing space to retreat to after a day of exploring, Applegirth offers an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area; a separate bedroom with Single bed; a mezzanine level with Queen sized bed and a bathroom with shower over bath, and washer. A Sofa Bed in the lounge can also be utilised upon request. In the lounge is a music station , and selection of games. Outside on the verandah is a covered BBQ and seating area where you can relax and listen to the birdsong.

Pearse River Hobbit House bike trail, hike, fish
An overnight stay you will alway remember! Relax in this unique above ground Hobbit House. Lovingly hand-built. Sleeps 2 to 4 (two double beds). Wood heat. Outside kitchen with water tap. On-demand hot water. Custom antique style ice box. Propane cooker. Shower. Composting toilet. Hobbit House is located on a lifestyle block in beautiful Pearse Valley with lovely rural outlook, 1 kn walk to lovely waterfall, plus onsite tracks for Food and Medicine forest project.

Cederman Studio. Walk to Kaiteriteri Beach No fees
Self Contained Guest Studio on ground floor of new home, with views of Stephens Bay and walking tracks to Kaiteriteri Beach, Little Kaiteriteri and Stephens Bay. We do not charge any extra cleaning fees. Our home is quiet, away from the main busy part of Kaiteriteri but the tracks mean you are only minutes away from its world famous beaches. We are situated just 500m away from the start of the Kaiteriteri mountain bike park. Plenty of Parking. Contactless check in.

The Beach Kiwi Studio
Tranquility at its best, our super colourful studio sits next to our cottage with a fence providing privacy and faces a peaceful reserve leading down to the beach , swimming is tide dependent .Spectacular views of Tasman Bay and walking distance to the saltwater baths, the mariner coffee cart and Toad hall which won NZ cafe of the year 2024 .A five-minute drive to the Motueka township and a 20-minute drive to The beginning of The Abel Tasman National Park

Hairy Hobbit Cottage
Welcome to Hairy Hobbit Cottage, nestled in the Brooklyn Valley hills near Motueka, Nelson, New Zealand. Hairy Hobbit is a modern self contained holiday cottage offering peaceful accommodation in 70 acres of native bush, bursting with birdlife and fantastic views across Tasman Bay. Ideal for day trips to Nelson or Golden Bay or to visit the huge scenery of the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks and Kaiteriteri beach.

Stunning views from warm cosy yurt
"The Chocolate Yurt" is a fully insulated 6m yurt with a skylight to gaze at the stars at night. A private retreat in the native bush with outdoor kitchen with cooking facilities and bath/shower, both with amazing views of the Motueka river valley and the Tasman Bay beyond.

Luxury adjacent to Abel Tasman National Park
Your hosts, Paul and Marieann, are retired teachers. We have lived in the area for more than thirty years and have lived and traveled extensively overseas. We understand travelers’ needs and will do our best to assist with anything to enhance your stay in this lovely area.
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Mariri Heights Guest Studio
When is the best time to visit Riwaka?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $439 NZD | $404 NZD | $304 NZD | $307 NZD | $261 NZD | $265 NZD | $187 NZD | $228 NZD | $305 NZD | $321 NZD | $385 NZD | $461 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 15°C | 13°C | 11°C | 10°C | 10°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 17°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Riwaka stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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