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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Non-smoking
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
Sofa bed
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
About this property
Innisfree Marahau Retreat
Escape to the tranquil beauty of Marahau at Innisfree Marahau Retreat - a charming 3-bedroom, 6-year-old Lockwood home nestled between sea and bush. Just a short stroll from the beach and the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park, it’s perfect for families or friends seeking a peaceful seaside retreat.
Enjoy open-plan living with everything you need for a comfortable stay, and soak up the serenity of magical Marahau. In the evenings, gather around the outdoor open fireplace - perfect for roasting marshmallows, sharing stories and stargazing under the clear night sky.
With spacious bedrooms, a lush bush backdrop, easy beach access, and just minutes from the start of the Abel Tasman, Innisfree Marahau Retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.
⭐️ 3 Bedrooms (Sleeps up to 9)
1 (Master bedroom): King bed,
2: King bed,
3 (Bunk room): 4 x Single beds
Other: Sofa bed in lounge available by early request
⭐ ️ 1 Bathroom
Shower, Toilet & Vanity Basin
⭐️ Laundry
Washing machine and clothes rack
⭐️ Location
Situated a mere stone's throw from the waters edge, the Hooked on Marahau Cafe waterfront cafe, beer garden & restaurant and a short drive to the Southern entrance to the Abel Tasman National Park.
• Abel Tasman boasts pristine white sandy beaches, tranquil estuaries and wonderful forested headlands. The Coastal Track is world famous, and visitors can choose to explore it on their own, or with a guide. Other ways to explore the coastline include sea kayaking, yacht, or water taxis.
• It's just 15 minutes drive to Kaiteriteri and 20 minutes to Motueka (closest town centre, supermarkets & other stores). Nelson is 50 minutes drive and Takaka (Golden Bay) an hour away.
⭐️ Inclusions
• Innisfree Marahau Retreat will be presented with beds made, ready for your stay.
• All utilities, linens & towels, use of all listed property amenities, pantry & sanitary basics, departure linen service & standard housekeeping up to 3 hours will be included in your booking.
• Extra charges will apply where additional cleaning, BBQ or oven cleaning or excessive rubbish disposal is required.
⭐️ Booking Conditions & Notes
• No party or venue use. No Smoking. No pets. Please see our General Terms & Conditions for full details.
• Children - Kids are welcome! Please keep an eye on the kiddos as Innisfree Holiday Home has unfenced quiet-road and nearby beach access.
**Payment, Bond/Security Deposit and Cancellation**:
- A 30% deposit secures your stay with the balance due 3 weeks prior to your arrival (full payment will be required if booking within 3 weeks of arrival).
- Three weeks prior to your arrival (or immediately if booking within 3 weeks of arrival), you’ll need to provide a card authority for the bond/security deposit via our secure online check in process.
- Cancel anytime up until 3 weeks prior to arrival for any reason and you’ll pay no more than 30% of the booking total.
- Where compassionate circumstances for cancellation exist, we’ll be happy to look at further flexibility, usually in the form of postponement of your stay, or a credit towards future stay dates.
- A Rental Agreement document is provided as part of the booking process. Please refer to the agreement for full terms and conditions. :-)
Enjoy open-plan living with everything you need for a comfortable stay, and soak up the serenity of magical Marahau. In the evenings, gather around the outdoor open fireplace - perfect for roasting marshmallows, sharing stories and stargazing under the clear night sky.
With spacious bedrooms, a lush bush backdrop, easy beach access, and just minutes from the start of the Abel Tasman, Innisfree Marahau Retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.
⭐️ 3 Bedrooms (Sleeps up to 9)
1 (Master bedroom): King bed,
2: King bed,
3 (Bunk room): 4 x Single beds
Other: Sofa bed in lounge available by early request
⭐ ️ 1 Bathroom
Shower, Toilet & Vanity Basin
⭐️ Laundry
Washing machine and clothes rack
⭐️ Location
Situated a mere stone's throw from the waters edge, the Hooked on Marahau Cafe waterfront cafe, beer garden & restaurant and a short drive to the Southern entrance to the Abel Tasman National Park.
• Abel Tasman boasts pristine white sandy beaches, tranquil estuaries and wonderful forested headlands. The Coastal Track is world famous, and visitors can choose to explore it on their own, or with a guide. Other ways to explore the coastline include sea kayaking, yacht, or water taxis.
• It's just 15 minutes drive to Kaiteriteri and 20 minutes to Motueka (closest town centre, supermarkets & other stores). Nelson is 50 minutes drive and Takaka (Golden Bay) an hour away.
⭐️ Inclusions
• Innisfree Marahau Retreat will be presented with beds made, ready for your stay.
• All utilities, linens & towels, use of all listed property amenities, pantry & sanitary basics, departure linen service & standard housekeeping up to 3 hours will be included in your booking.
• Extra charges will apply where additional cleaning, BBQ or oven cleaning or excessive rubbish disposal is required.
⭐️ Booking Conditions & Notes
• No party or venue use. No Smoking. No pets. Please see our General Terms & Conditions for full details.
• Children - Kids are welcome! Please keep an eye on the kiddos as Innisfree Holiday Home has unfenced quiet-road and nearby beach access.
**Payment, Bond/Security Deposit and Cancellation**:
- A 30% deposit secures your stay with the balance due 3 weeks prior to your arrival (full payment will be required if booking within 3 weeks of arrival).
- Three weeks prior to your arrival (or immediately if booking within 3 weeks of arrival), you’ll need to provide a card authority for the bond/security deposit via our secure online check in process.
- Cancel anytime up until 3 weeks prior to arrival for any reason and you’ll pay no more than 30% of the booking total.
- Where compassionate circumstances for cancellation exist, we’ll be happy to look at further flexibility, usually in the form of postponement of your stay, or a credit towards future stay dates.
- A Rental Agreement document is provided as part of the booking process. Please refer to the agreement for full terms and conditions. :-)
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About the area
Marahau
Marahau is home to this holiday home. Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Abel Tasman Paddleboarding and SimPit Technologies.
Kaiteriteri - Mārahau, Tasman Region
What's nearby
- Marahau Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Kaiteriteri Beach - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
- Abel Tasman Coast Track - 12 min drive - 2.2 km
- Abel Tasman National Park - 12 min drive - 2.2 km
- Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 13 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
- Nelson (NSN) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- Park Cafe - 20 min walk
- Hooked on Marahau - 5 min walk
- The Beached Whale - 15 min drive
- The Fat Tui - 18 min walk
- Woolshed - 17 min drive
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