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Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!

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Outdoor spa tub
The stunning, million dollar view from our deck, is
Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tahunanui, Nelson
  • Place, Paddy's Knob Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Natureland Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Cinema Room

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

2nd ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!

Selah, means ‘A Time to Pause and Think’. An apt name for this beautiful home in a quiet yet stunning location. Located in Nelson's premier beach side suburb, with exceptional views over Tahunanui Beach & Tasman Bay, this home offers peace & privacy, all with a tremendous wow factor! Walk to the beach, local eateries & craft brew pubs, or simply recline in the spa and enjoy the view. Tasman Bay's outdoor playground and National Parks are at your fingertips! Please note, our house is not available for corporate bookings.

Reviews: Our house has been occupied by short term guests for the past six years. So we thought we'd share some of their reviews:

Exceptional Views over Tasman Bay Tahuna Beach! Lovely home and suitable for 3 couples , all with own amenities, plus one room downstairs. Plenty of seating. Exceptionally sunny in living areas and main bedroom. Wonderful to just sit on the decking and take in the views, and the activities on the water. Also close to walkway, down to the beach. Recommend.

The house is wonderful and has a very complete equipment. Especially the view over the bay was impressive. Thank you for the nice days!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. The house was well presented, well equipped , beautiful and clean, a great place for a group of good friends to gather. Thankyou

Great stay Great place for us to stay as two family groups, too busy to enjoy the spa but the views are fantastic! Thanks we had a lovely time. Too busy to use the spa but enjoyed the view everyday!

Heavenly ! peaceful, inviting, very comfortable home. loved the hot pool, missing it already . would not hesitate to recommend or to return to , when hosting overseas visitors. OUR SHANGRILA. Can recommend as a top property to stay in with everything you could wish for . A great place to entertain overseas visitors in our beautiful nz . with thanks.

The home has a million dollar view of the Nelson beach area and the hot tub provided some relaxing moments after being out and active all day. Overall had a great time and found everyone accommodating and helpful.

We were absolutely thrilled with our accommodation in Nelson, Selah. The house was everything we were expecting and more. Stunning location, beautifully appointed home, spotlessly clean on arrival and everything we needed for our stay was provided. We will certainly recommend this beautiful and luxurious accommodation. Cheers

For somewhere with expansive and ever-changing sea views, this lovely house excels. Well-equipped, and with many thoughtful touches, this house can accommodate an extended family or number of friends. It is a real privilege to stay in this home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your lovely place with that amazing view - thank you. It provided a wonderful venue for our family reunion, with two of us from Australia and three from England. The three bedrooms and three bathrooms accommodated us beautifully and the well-equipped kitchen enabled the preparation of some memorable meals together

Views amazing and house lovely clean and tidy. Great place would definitely come back. Thanks

This is a lovely property with stunning views over Tahunanui Beach and beyond. The standard of decor and furniture in the house is very high, and the spa is a great touch. Would definitely stay again if in the Nelson region.

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Selah Beach view in Nelson, the house was everything we expected and more, very tidy, and well equipped, we had a great break away. The views from the lounge and deck were absolutely spectacular! We will definitely be back.

All fantastic - we loved the house and the views and will highly recommend thanks.

We had an amazing family time at Selah Beach View and are very happy with the service you provided. On the sunny days we had nice walks along the beach and on the rainy day it was cosy to stay inside. The property offers sufficient privacy for all guests, is well maintained, comes with all the necessary equipment, and has a cosy vibe to it. If we were to come back to Nelson, we would definitely consider this place again.

We absolutely loved it Beautiful house stunning view and the spa just finished it off I’m already planning my next stay!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nelson

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tahunanui, a neighbourhood in Nelson. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nelson Fun Park and South Pacific Distillery. Natureland Zoo and Flamedaisy Glass Design are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Tahunanui, Nelson

What's nearby

  • Paddy's Knob Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Natureland Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Fun Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boat Shed Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Styx - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Columbus Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view! on 12 June 2026 start from AU$363, 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 Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Selah Retreat - Peaceful with a stunning view! located?

Located in Tahunanui, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park. Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 73 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of Tasman Sea, quiet neighborhood and comfortable living space!!We walked to the beach for sunset and enjoyed the views from the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying in this house! This was our second stay, and we’ve already booked it to come back next year so that should tell you what you need to know. It is beautiful and so comfortable. We feel like guests in Cliff and Jenni’s home which is just the way you want to feel in a rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house. Well equipped and comfortable Hard to leave the view from the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A beautifully situated property with good living space inside and out and a perfect view. Unfortunately there was no swimming pool as listed on your site. For a property of this quality the towels should be better.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is incredible - we stayed here for 5 nights and it was a wonderful experience. The host let us check out an hour later due to our late flight which we really appreciated. Standouts of our experience were the view from the main room, hot tub, and master bedroom view (again) master shower/tub/bathroom. This is a great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view from deck and indoors. Clean, well stocked kitchen. Worked well for 2 couples. Enjoyed the two washers and two dryers as we all could do laundry at the same time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property with stellar views and a lovely kitchen space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we walked into this adorable apartment, our jaws dropped when we saw the view in person! We were here at the end of our trip to New Zealand, and got to spend two nights in this wonderful place. We loved the view, the facilities and the comfort! Someone with a real sense of style and comfort obviously decorated, and we felt so comfortable! The bed was soft and well appointed, the bathroom had plenty of towels and the kitchen had everything we needed. The fact that we were able to park in the driveway right next to the house was so convenient as the street is very busy. We would stay here again if we were ever able to make it back to New Zealand. We compared the price to local hotels, and this was not only a better location for us but a better price! I highly recommend this rental! It was one of the places we were most thrilled with staying during our trip to New Zealand.We hope our daughter will be able to visit this beautiful country, and if this is available, we will definitely recommend this rental to her!
Great view of the bridge!
So beautiful at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home. Wonderful deck with ocean views and nice hot tub. Full kitchen was well appointed. Master Suite was comfortable. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view as stated. The space was clean and well kept up. Had nice amenities. It was great to walk to the marina for dinner and coffee, not too far away. A little noisy but wasnt an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were delighted with our stay at Selah. Communication was excellent and the home certainly lived up to the photos online. Beautiful views and gorgeous furnishings and interior. It was a real haven from what has been a very busy last few months and the "feel" of the home was just what we needed. Thank you Cliff and Jenny.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Satish K.

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

Best place to unwind

Beautiful house and amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Amazing View - Great Location!

The Selah Retreat was a great place to explore Nelson and the surrounding location. Always nice to enjoy the spectacular view at the end of the day!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEITH C.

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

Great house!

Had a wonderful time. Great house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Girls weekend

We all loved our stay, so relaxing and close to everything we needed. Really enjoyed the view and use of the spa pool, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Fantastic location with stunning biews

Really enjoyed our stay - especially dining on the decking area with fabulous views across the bay. Great location for walking down to the lovely beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca M.

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

Lovely - relaxing, beautiful view from the lounge, bedroom and spa

Thank you so much for the beautiful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Senior ladies getaway

4 good friends, all between 65 and 75, had a 2 day getaway to just have a few nice days together. This was the perfect spot, where we each had our own bedroom, with 3 bathrooms, a beautiful view from the lounge and deck and a spa pool to relax in. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

What a View!!!

We loved the home, location and view. This home was fun, and very comfortable. Great advise for food and fun was given by the host. If we decide to return to Nelson we will definitely try to book this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Beautiful house

A beautiful home for relaxing and unwinding in, catching up with family. Look forward to staying again in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHY S.

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

Great rental

Beautiful house in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian d.

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

Wonderful stay

Breathtaking views and a wonderful house. Will recommend this property to anyone
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Latasha I.

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

Wedding weekend dream spot

The property was absolutely amazing with incredible views! Staying here made our wedding weekend so stress free as the location so close to everything and the tranquil vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn A.

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

Awesome place

We had a fabulous time at this unit. It had everything we needed to make it feel like home. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cliff

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Hi! We're Jenni and Cliff, and we welcome you to our lovely Nelson home! Together with our 3 sons (one's an architect and two are builders), we renovated this house to capture both the magnificent views and the peaceful environment. We love to travel, and when our children were young, we took them around the world for a year, before settling in Nelson.
We have a passion for helping people reach their full potential. For 16 years we ran an outdoor education centre for children, and are now we are marriage and relationship coaches, inspiring and equipping couples and families to flourish.

Why they chose this property

We bought the property because of the view and it's closeness to the beach (just a few minutes walk to the beach). It has the added benefit of being in a quiet and peaceful area, and can't be built out (there is a reserve on one side of us).

What makes this property unique

Apart from the view, one of the unique things about this property, for us, is the amazing richness of the soil. We love to grow fruit and veges, and we are stunned at the rapid growth of the trees we have planted.

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