New Zealand South Island Vacation Rental : Moetapu Bay, Marlborough Sounds

People call this place .... PARADISE!

New Zealand South Island property rental - Master Bedroom
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Description 200 m²,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities near the ocean, rural, jacuzzi, garden, balcony, satellite or cable
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£100/night 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$167/night 
Glen and Alison Innes
Speaks: English
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Photos and Description of the New Zealand South Island vacation rental 3 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; sleeps 7

The beautiful Marlborough Sounds! This is the perfect base to explore the Marlborough and Nelson areas of the South Island - the sunshine areas of New Zealand where you can enjoy golden beaches with safe swimming and spectacular mountain, native forest and river scenery. Experience sailing, trout fishing, tramping and in winter, skiing. Not to forget the world famous wines and gourmet foods for which Marlborough and Nelson are renowned. For the adventurous, there is kayaking, fishing, cruising, sailing, mountain biking, walkway trip, all as close as 30 minutes from the house.
New Zealand South Island property rental - New Years Day Regatta - Moetapu Bay

New Years Day Regatta - Moetapu Bay
New Zealand South Island property rental - Swimming beach

Swimming beach
New Zealand South Island property rental - The house set amongst garden, pools and bush

The house set amongst garden, pools and bush
New Zealand South Island property rental - Our Garden & Pools

Our Garden & Pools
New Zealand South Island property rental - Kitchen / Dining Room

Kitchen / Dining Room
New Zealand South Island property rental - Living Room

Living Room
New Zealand South Island property rental - Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom
New Zealand South Island property rental - Second Bedroom

Second Bedroom

Location: New Zealand

Nearest Airport: Christchurch International Airport at 350 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Picton at 30 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Blenheim at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: Havelock at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 150.0 Metres
Car: necessary
Moetapu Bay is in Mahau Sound in the Marlborough Sounds, at the top of the South Island. Blenheim 60 minutes, Picton and Havelock 30 minutes and Linkwater Store 12 minutes, all sealed roads. Nelson is 90 minutes away. Nelson Lakes and Able Tasman National Parks are each 2 hours away.

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Rental Rates for this vacation rental in New Zealand South Island, New Zealand

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
All Year Sep 1, 2009 - Apr 1, 2011 - £100 - £100 - - 3 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (British Pounds) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Minimum rental - 3 nights. Book 7 nights, get 8th night free.

    20% of nightly rate between May and October 2009 inclusive

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation rental in New Zealand South Island, New Zealand

Property Type:
  • house (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 200 m²
Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • family
General:
  • jacuzzi
  • towels provided
  • linens provided
  • telephone
  • fax
Kitchen:
  • oven
  • clothes dryer
  • refrigerator
  • hob
  • dish washer
  • freezer
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • 4 ring stove
  • grill
Living Room:
  • fireplace
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom -
    Bathroom -
  • Each bathrooms has its own separate cloackroom.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 7 people
  • Bedroom - Queen
    Bedroom - Twin/ Single
    Bedroom - Double, Twin/ Single
  • 1 double, 2 twins
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • VCR
  • audio tape player
  • stereo system
  • radio
  • satellite or cable
  • CD
Outside:
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • balcony
  • parking
  • garage
  • 10 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
Local Activities:
  • walking
  • sailing
  • water skiing
  • swimming
  • wind-surfing
  • cycling
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
  • fishing
Notes: The main bedroom has panoramic views of the area with access to a roof balcony and has a superking size bed and ensuite shower room. The two twin bedrooms share a bathroom room with a double spa bath. Linen and towels are provided. The kitchen is newly designed and the large lounge with an open log fire leads to a very big balcony with table and chairs which overlooks the beautiful bush garden with water features, native trees and shrubs, citrus fruit trees and of course the stunning view! A aluminium boat with oars, life jackets, nets and rods is included in the daily rate.

Further details for this vacation rental in New Zealand South Island, New Zealand

The Owners: Alison and Glen are both retired school deputy-principals from Christchurch. They were also international students' directors. They have developed a plant nursery at Moetapu Bay that thrives in the idyllic microclimate of the Sounds. They visit regularly, looking after the large property, enjoying the view, the walks, fishing (mainly by net for flounder and snapper), sailing and just relaxing - in Paradise.

The House: The house has been totally renovated over the last five years with additional decks and bedrooms added, the interior rebuilt, the 'panorama' room added, a designer kitchen and a spa bath installed and generally made into wonderfully comfortable modern home in which to relax. A number of our guests have gathered their extended families together using Moetapu Bay as their base and then explore the wide variety of activities on offer close by.

More useful information: The house has all basic supplies and all linen and towels etc. supplied. Unfortunately, there is no maid service and our guests are asked to leave the house as they would wish to find it. You are welcome to bring your own boat; there is a slipway about 200 metres away and our deep water mooring about 100 metres out. Our 12 ft aluminium boat , with oars, life jackets and all fishing gear - set net and rods etc - are free for you to use. Upon confirmation of booking, we will send you our 'handy hints'. We may request that guests arrive after 2pm and depart before 1pm on the day they leave should there be a likely crossover on the same day.

Other Activities: winery lunches, mail boat cruises, fishing charters, Queen Charlotte Walkway

Reviews for this vacation rental in New Zealand South Island, New Zealand

Rating
5 out of 5

perfect holiday

jenni&ile Helsinki, Finland
Review Submitted: June 18, 2009 Date of Stay: December 2008
We stayed at the Marlborough Sounds one week in December 08 and we really enjoyed it. The views, the vineyards, the weather and the apartement (spa bath, fireplace) itself were everything we wanted from a perfect holiday and that's what we got. Glen and Allison were great hosts! If you are looking for a relaxing holiday and a paradise - this is definitely the right place!
Owner's Response: Glen and Alison are delighted that our three recent reviews have been so positive. Our aim is for guests to get maximum enjoyment from our property , its superb views and its range of activities for young and old. We do like to offer a special New Zealand dining experience on the first night before we depart. So often overseas visitors do not get to socialise with their Kiwi hosts: it is enriching for both parties.
Come and experience the native bird calls in the morning , the beautiful sunrises from your bed , the clarity of thousands of stars in the night sky ....and every experience in between!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Calm and peaceful

Été Canada
Review Submitted: June 8, 2009 Date of Stay: January 2009
We spent 2 weeks at this house in January 2009, and it was wonderful. Glen and Alison were there to met us, and prepare a delicious meal, NZ style, that we all enjoyed together ( Alison, your Pavlova was spectacular!). We stayed with our 4 children, and it was fun for everyone.
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Rating
5 out of 5

An Excellent Stay

The Frenchies FRance
Review Submitted: November 4, 2008 Date of Stay: April 2008
W stayed here in March 2008. Glen and Innes are very charming and generous hosts - they welcomed us and showed us the ropes, and then left us to enjoy their beautiful house on the Marlborough Sounds. The views from the house are spectacular, but the view from the main bedrooms really something special. There is excellent walking in the area, a lot to discover and we would thoroughly recommend it. There were only two of us, and we enjoyed the space, but it is a house meant for a family. We often think about our time there and particularly enjoyed walking part of the Queen Charlotte track. The gardens are a delight - as us the main deck area - a place for relaxing.
Owner's Response: We truly love meeting our international guests....it is so important to spend a little time with them . So very often they accept our invitation to greet them at the house , prepare a special NZ meal ,perhaps crayfish ,or rack of lamb ,then pavlova and fine local wines! A quick orientation of the area after a hearty breakfast...and then we are off to our usual home 5 hours away.

As ex geographers we enjoy offering suggestions for our guests' itinerary planning for this wonderful country.
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