Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed

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A hot tub with a view of a sunset and distant landscape.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a television.
A rural landscape with a metal gate, trees, and a hill in the background.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a microwave, a toaster, and a small refrigerator.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a rug, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mahana, Tasman
  • Place, Mahana Estates
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Mahana

Located in Mahana, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Mahana Estates and Kahurangi Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grossi Point Reserve and Kina Peninsula. SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Map
Mahana, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Mahana Estates - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 41 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 41 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 42 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 51 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jellyfish - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Bear Brewing - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed located?

Situated in Mahana, this golf apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Mahana Estates and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kahurangi Estate. Mapua Wharf and Grossi Point Reserve 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. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool location, very nice hosts, unique setting, extremely clean, well-stocked kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dreamy farm stay

Perfect spot to land, we loved the hot tub and views, comfy bed, and Michelle was a generous and gracious host!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Lovely guests and can absolutely recommend to any host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing, great views, great location

Had everything we needed and more, the spa pool was divine, stunning views, so relaxing, central location, cute lambs to feed, bed was so comfy, lovely owners and lovely place to stay, highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and flexible with arrival times. The shed was very spacious, clean and well stocked. The location is idea for access along the coast, winery tours shopping and restaurants and is extremely private and quiet.We would highly recommend this accommodation and will certainly be using it again on our next trip that way.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thanks for the lively review Tony and it was awesome to meet you guys. We really hope we see you this way again :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views looking over the Nelson Bay. Perfect spot if you have a car and want to explore Tasman region. Michelle was extremely helpful and the place had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy wee spot

We enjoyed our two nights at the farm shed. Great hosts. Lots to explore in the area and return to soak in the hot tub under the stars with a gorgeous view. Perfect spot for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The wood lining leaves a pungent smell
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! what an amazing place, awesome hosts and very cute animals. We felt really welcome from the minute we arrived. The cheeky Little Farm shed had everything we needed for our 4 night stay and having the hot tub with gorgeous views was fabulous. Huge thanks to Michelle and Nigel for making our stay so special and we were very sad to leave you and your menagerie. Would definitely recommend staying here, we will almost certainly return one day xx
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Thank you so much Karen for the lovely review. You and Nic were such a pleasure to host and we loved sharing our home and animals with you. You are welcome back whenever you are over this way :) Can absolutely recommend Karen and Nic to any host - the absolute best guests you could ever wish for - great communication, left the unit so clean and tidy hardly knew they had stayed and just wonderful people to talk to and host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing wee getaway

This stay was amazing, a very short drive to everything and only 10 minutes out of Richmond. The house was fully kitted with everything we needed and the hosts were outstanding. We could feed the animals, relax under the stars in the spa and even had a drink with the hosts who were so welcoming. Completely private stay. Would 100% stay again. Thanks Michelle and Nigel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what the doctor ordered

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the views, the little touches, the breakfast, cleanliness and comfort, the spa, relaxing enviro - everything was just what we needed after our kayaking trip. Thank you Michelle and Nigel :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy stay in quiet setting

The property was very clean. The bach was very well set up. We did leave the used towels out on Saturday morning on the chair on the decking for fresh towels.They were unfortunately not replaced. Dispite this we had a lovely stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2024
Guest was not one of our best. Took a snaplock container the breakfast was delivered in, threw out egg carton contrary to request to reuse and should have been recycled not rubbish if discarding. Left dishes in the sink, poorly washed some that had been done. Took food items from the pantry that were not consumed (packaging not in the rubbish), also took bathroom emergency items - again packaging not in the rubbish. These are here for all guests to use if they need - we are not a hotel giving free items away. All towels used which we accept but there are heated towel rack for reuse particularly when only staying two nights.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic from start to finish

Michelle and Tony are awesome hosts of a lovely spacious studio ‘shed’. You are rural, so 20-30 minutes drive to local sights, but you have fantastic views, you’re surrounded by their sheep and cows and your hosts have thought of everything. They’ll assist you with day trips, restaurant and winery suggestions and anything else you’ll need. Be sure to go to the local Moutere Hills Winery, friends of Michelle and Tony, for superb Chenin Blanc and lovely reds too. From the ‘shed’, we ventured to Abel Tasman, by road up to Tataka and by boat north of Kaikerikeri, to Nelson as well as local stops in Mapua, Motueka and Kina Beach. Lovely food and view at Jellyfish in Mapua Harbour. We cannot recommend this spot or the hosts more highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2024
Thanks Julie and Gord for the lovely awesome review. As we said it was such a pleasure hosting you guys we loved it. The friendship will last and we will come and visit in you gorgeous country. Enjoy the rest of your trip and travel safe Michelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a perfect little spot for a weekend get away.great views from the spa pool
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
Thanks for your review and it was a real please to host you guys. You left the unit in an amazing condition- thank you :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Lovely guests who were a pleasure to host. Can absolutely recommend to any host
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