Beachfront Paradise Retreat in your own Private Bay and Floating Jetty

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Marlborough, Marlborough

Picton Harbour59 min drive
Waikawa Marina63 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal75 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)100 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Onapua Bay is a totally secluded, private bay in Tory Channel, Marlborough Sounds.
This is a much loved and enjoyed Family Holiday Home, this home has a beautiful view from the Kitchen/Lounge, with a perfect flat grassed area to relax and lounge out the front when the weather is calm and clear.
Out the back is a decking area + covered outdoor Living/BBQ area out the back that provides a sheltered outdoor area .

You can sit out the front & watch the Kids play and fish on the recently refurbished Warf & Floating Jetty.

The house offers a a functional Kitchen with New Gas Hobs/Oven a Family sized Fridge/Freezer & plenty of quality cooking equipment. But being an Off The Grid property there is no microwave/toaster. All power is from Solar Panels & Battery system.
Fresh drinking water is via a spring fed creek witch is run thru filters and UV sterilized.

The Main house can easily sleep 4 adults, and the sleepout will sleep 4 people.

There is no light pollution so you can enjoy the magnificent night sky above you and on some nights the magical star reflection in the sea too.

Water Taxis are available to take you to and from the bay (30 minutes) and bring in regular supplies of fresh food. The supermarket and other shops in Picton will package and deliver your food to the water taxis. There is no road access.

-2 adult & 1 Children's Kayaks for your use.
-small rowing Dingy
2 surveyed Moorings:
-5 Tonne capable of swinging Up to an 18 meter vessel
-4 Tonne Capable of swinging a 12 meter vessel

Special conditions:

This property will ideally suit a family's or couples who want to truly get away from it all and immerse themselves in nature and have a very special time together. It does not suit people who need easy access to shops and fast broadband. There is Wifi installed at the house, but being a rural connection it is not unlimited (Enough to scroll & update your social media and the odd YouTube video's).
Cellphone & mobile data works out in the bay where there is a full strength signal

NOTE FROM HOMEAWAY: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)

Property manager

Andrew Snee

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Onapua Bay

Located in Onapua Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Te Weu Weu Bay and Picton Foreshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Edwin Fox Museum and Waitohi Recreational Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

Marlborough, Marlborough

What's nearby

Picton Harbour - 59 min drive
Waikawa Marina - 63 min drive
Mabel Island - 65 min drive
Picton Museum - 75 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal - 75 min drive

Getting around

Picton (PCN) - 83 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Paradise Retreat in your own Private Bay and Floating Jetty pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Paradise Retreat in your own Private Bay and Floating Jetty?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Paradise Retreat in your own Private Bay and Floating Jetty?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront Paradise Retreat in your own Private Bay and Floating Jetty located?

This Onapua Bay holiday home is on the beach, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Te Weu Weu Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore. Edwin Fox Museum and Picton Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan M.

8 Apr 2024

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

Incredible location

Blue cod off jetty, shark and stingray cruising by. Amazing forest walks. Bathroom was not so clean and bbq so dirty it caught fire but we cleaned it and carried on. It was well worth it!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Norman G.

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant

Compact Lille Bach but suited our needs Good fishing 3min from home

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya M.

7 Feb 2024

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

Mr Marshall

Was a good outdoor area Great filleting station

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon Paul H.

6 Feb 2024

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

Waitangi 2024

Nine of us stayed over the long Waitangi weekend 2024. Three generations from 73 to 11. Bach was fantastic and had everything and more that we needed for our stay. Outdoor area was amazing for the late afternoon sun to enjoy a cold beverage. Kids spent hours jumping off the jetty and paddling on the kayaks in the bay. A large stingray spent most of our stay near the jetty and boat ramp which was a great experience. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024