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In the Heart of the Vines

Lakefront holiday home with kitchenette and patio

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Marlborough Convention Centre
  • Place, Seymour Square
  • Place, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In the Heart of the Vines

Nestled amongst a small operational vineyard just 7 minutes from town in the lower Wairau region lies this unique 2 bedroom home. What makes this property unique is the English barn style look and quality of the build, built by your host. Located near by is the local rowing club with a small boat ramp convenient for water skiing, jet skiing and kayaking. The beautiful town of Picton is a 25 minute drive away, the gateway to the picturesque Marlborough Sounds. Explore the local vineyards, restaurants, rivers, fishing and hunting.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses wind and solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 101619508

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Blenheim

Located in Grovetown, a neighbourhood in Blenheim, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. ASB Theatre Marlborough and Marlborough Art Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lawson's Dry Hills and Wither Hills Winery. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as waterskiing.
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Blenheim, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • ASB Theatre Marlborough - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Millennium Art Gallery - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Pollard Park - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Seymour Square - 6 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dodson Street Alehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dodson Street Beer Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Grove Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In the Heart of the Vines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In the Heart of the Vines?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In the Heart of the Vines?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In the Heart of the Vines located?

Located in Grovetown, this golf holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of ASB Theatre Marlborough, Marlborough Convention Centre and Millennium Art Gallery. Seymour Square and Pollard Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hard to beat location for a peaceful and beautiful place to stay. Spacious, modern and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

rosa. m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and the place was clean and tidy. The kitchen sink arrangement was a bit odd, nevertheless the views were amazing. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of the home and the beautiful farm setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dafydd D.

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

Lovely location

Lovely accommodation nestled in the vineyards. Very peaceful and we had a wonderful stay. The accommodation had everything that you need and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Lovely stay

Excellent stay at the barn. Super clean with everything we needed nice and close to town but feels like your miles away looking out into the vines.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Serene location nestled in the vineyard

This was our home base for 4 days of exploring the area. Wine tour picked us up at your driveway and dropped off on Jones road. We made a journey to Kaikōura trekked around at the seal colony with a stop at a great food truck. Ended with a Picton tour, great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Magic in Marlborough

Beautiful property with super comfortable beds, large living space and outdoor patio with stunning views of the vineyards.Very short drive to the wineries, which are each unique and beautiful, with incredible wines.Sandra was very good with providing local knowledge, thank you!We highly recommend a stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

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

Beautiful peaceful stay

Wonderful location on a vineyard and in amongst a number of nearby vineyards. The property itself is spacious and all the amenities are of a high quality. Comfortable living with amazing views each morning and evening. Just 10 minutes from Blenheim town and 20 minutes from Renwick. Overall highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Fantastic

Very comfortable and clean accommodation in a beautiful and peaceful location amongst the vines - couldn't have asked for better.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Private, quiet accommodation away from the busy town. Very well equipped with high-quality furnishing. We felt very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Craig B.

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

Quiet and peaceful

Not disappointed at all by this peaceful location amongst the vines
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Graham and June W., OREWA

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

Private and peaceful

Although a little bit of a drive from any shops etc, the setting of this property is lovely. We found the 'barn" roomy and the facilities were great. The bathroom was spacious and very modern. A great outlook made our stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian G., Vancouver, BC

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

Peaceful location

Comfortable, well-appointed space. Enjoyed a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc on the sunny patio. Although about 10 minutes from town, our tour operator, Discovery Wine Tours came out to pick us up and drop us off.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Truly beautiful location. So peaceful & friendly.

Great location. Peaceful, relaxing, close enough to Blenheim, but far enough out not to have too much noise. Everything thing you could need or want is supplied. Lovely indoor, outdoor flow. Family that own it are great. We will differently go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bailey C.

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

Lovely peaceful hideaway

Very nice and clean accommodation, situated away from the town centre. Relaxing setting amongst the vines. Most necessities were there and a heater would have been perfect in the lounge area as the weather got a bit cooler in the evenings. No issues with check-in/out process and owners were responsive and accommodating. Overall, a great weekend enjoying what the region had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tristan s.

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

Covid meant couldn’t go

In the lead up to the stay excellent communication. On the morning we were due to depart and checkin my son test positive for covid, we live in Wellington so meant we could not go. Hoping David may be able to refund a portion but also understand couldn’t rebook at such short notice and cancellation fees apply. Very sad not to have been with family in blenheim
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jill K.

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

Family trip

Lovely location.Comfortable accomodation. No heating in living area, but provided when we asked.Kitchen really only set up for breakfast and snacks. No sink or water in it only in bathroom. This was problematic when preparing a meal.A cook top and air fryer type oven not a proper stove. Small fridge.It was very convenient for the vineyards.Most people would find the cooking arrangements ok, but we like to cook a meal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Stay Within The Vines

Enjoyed our stay here, beautiful views and just a few minutes from town. Peaceful and perfect if you are looking for an “off the beaten path” setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine B.

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

Heart of the Vines

The property is okay but has some odd features such as the kitchen sink being in the bathroom, noisy latches instead of handles on the doors and inadequate lighting. When we stayed the main bedroom door was very squeaky but we left a note for the owners so hopefully the hinges have now been oiled.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian C.

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

Bach

Impressive property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Loved The Wine Country

The stay in this house was very nice. It’s very peaceful in the vineyards. We were comfortable here. We enjoyed hiking around the area and doing a wine/bike tour with an added bike trip on Northbank Road.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
osts were accommodating and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace K.

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

Perfect accommodation to your Blenheim

We had such a lovely stay here! It was spacious, cleanly, and in a great location! Couldn’t have asked for a better home base while exploring the Marlborough region.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly R.

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

Tranquil location, convenient to attractions.

Lovely home, immaculate with many amenities and wonderful quiet, scenic location. Kitchen a bit quirky with sink in the attached bathroom but you get used to it, and we cooked our meals and did just fine with the arrangement.Lovely, generous hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Derek B.

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

Excellent location and very quiet

Lovely location, tucked away in Grovetown. Owners house is on the same site about 50 metres away. Very tidy and in excellent condition. Bach is not the building in the photo, but a part of the bottom floor - doesn't have a kitchen as such - just bench. So cooking is plug in electic hob and bench oven. No water in kitchen, so food, washing is all to be done in thebasin in bathroom next to the toilet - which is a bit of a pain if people are in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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