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PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Picton
  • Place, Dryden Bay
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪168 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA

This quaint 2-bedroom cottage is in Manaroa, Clova Bay, deep in the heart of the Pelorus Sound. Just metres away from the water and with breath-taking inland sea and mountain views, it’s the perfect retreat for those who enjoy fishing, swimming, walking, and relaxing.

The cottage is fully self-contained, clean, and comfortable and features a retro theme. All beds are made up, with fresh linen provided for every stay. Internet, Wi-Fi calling, and Free-​view TV are available. The shore and bays have mobile data reception, but not the cottage itself.

The windy and slow scenic drive from Havelock takes approximately 2 hours, while from Blenheim it takes about 2.5 hours. There are no shops in the area. The Hub Café is a wonderful midway stop, as is Portage Resort which offers a bar and restaurant.

From Havelock, boats and water taxis take about 50 to 70 minutes to reach Clova Bay. From Clova Bay, it takes a 25- to 40-minute boat ride to the outer Pelorus Reach coast and Cook Strait for excellent diving and fishing.

A boat launching jetty is located 200 metres down the road. Shore fishing is excellent, but kayak or boat fishing is even better! Signature catches include snapper, gurnard, blue cod (in season), kingfish, and more. (Jetty bait fishing – excellent for kids.)

Mooring: There is one registered mooring shared among three homes. Please enquire about availability when booking. Important: Always secure your boat to the mooring rope and NOT the thin buoy rope. For jetty pickups, call 027 579 8444 when leaving Havelock and again when you are 10 minutes away from Clova Bay.

From Clova Bay: Restaurants and Cafés: Ponga Cove (drive), The Portage Resort (drive ), Te Rawa Resort (boat).

Please note:

 No extra guests permitted.

 No pets.

 All rubbish must be taken out; there is a free skip at Portage and another on this side of Linkwater.

Due to distance from amenities, your host, Marion, will be available (next door) for any enquiries, help and emergencies.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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Property # 7262778
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Manaroa

Located in Manaroa, this cottage is on the waterfront. Edwin Fox and Picton War Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waikawa Marina and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre and Edwin Fox Museum are also worth visiting.
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Picton

What's nearby

  • Dryden Bay - 47 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boatshed Café & Bar - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪The Retro Bar - ‬70 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA on 29 May 2026 start from AU$322, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PANORAMIC VIEWS OVER INLAND SEA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 14.1 mi (22.8 km) from Dryden Bay and within 32 miles (52 km) of Queen Charlotte Walkway and Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre. Kenepuru Sounds is 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Letitia P.

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

Amazing place to stay

Always an fantastic stay. Please let us know if it ever comes up for sale love it that much
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew A.

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

Nice spot

Nice spot, good bach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Larisha T.

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

As always, we loved our stay!

Quiet, cozy and surreal views! Aotearoa at it’s finest!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yamile T.

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

Relaxing place

Awesome place to relax and get away from the city. If the weather helps, there’s plenty to do in the water, good fishing and the house is well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

excellant location

The cottage was perfect and Marion and Steve were really helpful; note the bay is not a suitable anchorage. we really appreciate being able to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Little gem

What a stunning spot. We managed to work in with the summer weather and get time on the water every day. Plenty of fish & shellfish to enjoy eating and the views from the lounge chairs meant even when we were confined indoors it didn't feel claustrophobic. Reading Marion's book gave us extra special insights into the local area. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot, great hosts, perfect house incredible thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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

Great we spot , warm and cozy . Great hosts . We will be back

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top spot

Views are amazing and location ideal. Lovely little cottage with a cosy fire. Everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Relaxed in Clova Bay

As you drive over the saddle into Clova Bay you leave the world behind. Lovely Bach with uninterrupted views overlooking the bay. Very comfortable with everything we needed. Great shower. Kitchen fully equipped. Comfortable beds. Some excellent walks around the bay and easy water access.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent C.

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

Absolutely awesome

My wife and son (10) loved this place. The photos don’t do the house justice - there is more space than the photos make you think. The three of us had plenty of room. We loved being 50m from the sea - I wheeled my kayak down to the water every day, and caught gurnard, kahawai, and snapper in the bay. It was about a 2km paddle to Grant Bay for blue cod. My son finally got more interested in fishing than screen time. The property was well presented and clean. It is a long trip to the nearest store, but that’s not a problem if you plan ahead with your food. There is a nice walk from the DOC campsite 6 km down the road, and all the locals are friendly and have time to chat. The highlight were the wekas that came up to the deck every day trying to steal our shoelaces. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

Ahmazing

Perfect place to get away from it all. Great end of the road destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

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

Awesome

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Fantastic place and lovely service

Was a lovely place to stay and everything was provided making it such an easy stay. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gideon A.

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

YES

I have already completed your star rating. Surely this is enough
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui D.

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

Stunning location

We absolutely loved staying here and didn't want to leave. It is a piece of NZ paradise. Loved the bach and in particular the awesome view from the lounge of the bay with the mountains in the background. So peaceful, we could have stayed longer
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

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

Peaceful retreat

It's a long and winding road to get here, but once you are here you won't want to leave! Simple but very comfortable bach with everything you need for a quiet, restful stay in pastoral surroundings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Everything we wanted

Everything was so easy! Stunning little house and view to die for with everything on the doorstep. The wekas add some extra fun
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammo A.

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

Perfect time

Amazing place, we had a wonderful stay, Marion and her husband are very lovely people, we will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ben s.

Well equipped, clean and spacious

Owners left thoughtful touches, it was clean and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Catriona W.

Absolutely stunning - exceeded our expectations

A holiday within a holiday! A well appointed Bach in a fantastic and unspoilt location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

euan m.

Paradise

Very well aquipt accomodation in an excellent location
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Trudy Enckevort

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