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Abel Tasman M arahau

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A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a sandy shore surrounded by greenery.
A room with a green pool table, large windows with a view of a garden with trees and a patio area.
A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.
A spacious living room with a large wooden dining table, a sofa, and a TV.
A wooden fence with a gate in front of a house with a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located along the water, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 20 guests with 3 bathrooms. It features a yard, porch, and balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Families can engage in hiking, biking, rafting, and cave exploring while enjoying pet-friendly amenities. Nearby attractions include Marahau Beach and the Abel Tasman Coast Track.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Abel Tasman National Park
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Marahau, Tasman
  • Place, Marahau Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman Coast Track
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 2

+1
3 Single Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Cottage

1 Single Bed and 3 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs South face

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Abel Tasman M arahau

This property is a large 305M2 beach house which is fully furnished and also gas a cottage, It is situated in sunny Marahau 200 metres from the beach and 10 minutes walk from the Abel Tasman Park. The house is modern with 4 large bedrooms. The 2 upstairs bedrooms have own lounges & bathrooms. In addition, the detached cottage is available to cater for larger groups. This allows us to comfortably accommodate at least 20 persons.

The beach house situated in sunny Marahau; 200 metres from the beach and 10 minutes walk from the gateway of the Abel Tasman Park.
The house has 4 large bedrooms. The 2 upstairs bedrooms have ensuites bathrooms. Both upstairs bedrooms are open plan with lounge furniture. There is an open plan kitchen, dining and living area with a Rinnai gas log fire and 3/4 size snooker table. The whole ground floor is tile with porcelain tiles. The ground floor bathroom has underfloor heating. The large open plan living area has sliding glass doors that facilitate inside-outside living onto 2-metre width veranda around the Eastern Northern and Western sides of the house and out on to a large alfresco covered dining area. When you stay at this house you will enjoy Sky TV and ultra-fast Fibre Internet services and steam pressed linen.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs not allowed on furniture or bedding

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GST Number 023-485-117
Property # 9378609
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Marahau

Located in Marahau, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Motueka Saltwater Baths and Onetahuti Bay Campsite are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Abel Tasman AquaTaxi and Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle. Travelling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies, or check out an event or a game at Skydive Abel Tasman. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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Marahau, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Abel Tasman AquaTaxi - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 17 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Beached Whale Restaurant and Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Scotty's Baguettes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Woolshed Canaan - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Tui - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Abel Tasman M arahau pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Abel Tasman M arahau?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Abel Tasman M arahau?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Abel Tasman M arahau?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Abel Tasman M arahau located?

This family-friendly Marahau holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Marahau Beach and Abel Tasman AquaTaxi. Abel Tasman National Park and Abel Tasman Coast Track are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bach had everything we could ask for and more... lovely stay, we will keep it in mind for future holidays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had everything we needed. Close to the beach, comfortable, very helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A home away from home

We had a great stay. Property was amazing better than the photo's abd really convebient to the Abel Tasman walk
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal family venue

Venue is well-planned, well-equipped, roomy, comfortable,modern. Appreciated comfortable, made-up beds; plenty of towels; cleaning supplies provided; great outdoor area, and good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
Thank You for your review and comments Miriam, It's always nice to know that our guests have enjoyed the facilities and their stay at our holiday home. Colin Property Owner
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Group tour

The group really enjoyed the facilities that were available, perfect for what we are wanting to achieve with our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Group tour Four Stars The group really enjoyed the facilities that were available, perfect for what we are wanting to achieve with our group. I have copied your review above her verbatim. My question is: If it was perfect, why then only 4 Stars?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls’ Weekend

Wonderful, large house with everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun in the tasman region

The venue was superbly placed for our walks on the Abel Tasman walkway..
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome House

House is great, anything you could need is there. Clean & tidy. Great hosts also.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you for your kind remarks Lisa. Since you have already re-booked for next year I know that you and your group must have been very happy with choosing our holiday home for your Marahau stay. Colin Property Owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Marahau

The property was perfect for our family group. Just a few minutes walk from the beach and a short drive from the Abel Tasman park. The garden was peaceful and secluded and perfect for evening relaxing. The house was well stocked with utensils, bedding and towels and well cared for. We would definitely come back to Marahau and book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highest star rating possible! Couldn’t fault it one bit!

Couldn’t have had a more amazing stay over the new years period, the home is absolutely stunning and just the most perfect escape away! It’s so well established offering you so much more than required! The hosts have put so much thought into every aspect of the home and it truely shows!! Couldn’t recommend this home more than enough, the host are amazing and so easy to communicate with 100/10 experience, Thankyou!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marahau bach

This was a fantastic place to stay. It was huge, with plenty of space for our very large group. Plenty of bathrooms. All necessities (eg toilet paper, washing powder) supplied . Fantastic pool table and games cupboard, great big barbecue. Great outdoor area with tables for large groups and easy chairs. Within walking distance (about 1minute) of water taxis, store, and Hooked on Marahau restaurant. It was the perfect spot
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Fantastic property in a great location

Fantastic Stay in Marahau – Perfect for Exploring Abel Tasman!We had an amazing stay at this spacious and well-located accommodation in Marahau. Just minutes from the entrance to Abel Tasman National Park, it was the perfect base for exploring the area. Whether we were kayaking along the stunning coastline, setting off on one of the many walking tracks, or just enjoying the beautiful weather, everything was easily accessible.The accommodation itself was incredibly well-equipped, with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The kitchen had all the essentials (and more), making meal prep a breeze, and the outdoor space was great for unwinding after a day of adventure. The peaceful setting and proximity to the beach made it even better.If you're looking for a place that combines comfort, convenience, and an unbeatable location for outdoor activities, this is it! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2025
Thank you Henry for your very positive review. We do put a lot of energy into providing a quality holiday house for our guests. We welcome suggestions from guests that may enhance their stay to be even better.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house

Colins house is in short amazing. It accommodated our mixed group of 4 families with kids from 11 to 17 perfectly. From the description on the website it sounded great, and impressions surpassed that. Easy to live in, great location near the beach but quiet for a relaxing holiday, can't recommend it enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2022
Thank you Dan for your review comments, We are always delighted to here that our guests have been very happy they chose our holiday home for their Marahau stay. We use the revenue from the property to make continual improvements for the benefit of our guests. Hope you and your family group can come and stay again in the future. Best regards Colin Owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

Our 2nd time here and it never disappoints, great having the out door area now too, plenty of space for all the family and kids, great table for dining together too
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2021
Its great to here our guests have really enjoyed their stay at our our holiday house. When they return as Cleo and her family group have done this year is top shelf. We try and make continual improvements to the property for the benefit of our guests, the latest being the extended outdoor dining area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay

Had an awesome time staying at Colins place. Fantastic location in Marahau, perfect for a larger group to enjoy a really great space together. The house can cater for any needs, such a great place! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
We are always pleased to know our guests are so happy they chose to stay at our holiday home for their accommodation when staying in Marahau & Abel Tasman.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to the beach, clean and tidy place

Overall, very impressed by the space available for everyone to comfortably hang around. Enough space for at least 14/15 adults. Excellent space to get together with friends and family under one roof! The description is very accurate and easy access to the beach, walk/trekking, or anything you like outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
It's always nice to know, that in selecting our house for their stay, our guests have made a choice that they are very happy with.

About the host

Hosted by Colin Johnston

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Colin & Ead are your hosts,
We take pride in presenting a well maintained and spotlessly clean holiday home for your stay.
We are always so pleased when we here from guests that our holiday home has met and exceeded their expectations.

Why they chose this property

It's great for family groups or groups of up to 20 persons

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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