House in Motueka, Motueka

River Fishing Cottage

River Fishing Cottage

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Exterior
Relax in the afternoon sun
Room
Driveway
Interior detail

Overview of River Fishing Cottage

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Motueka, Motueka
  • Popular LocationKaiteriteri Beach46 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbel Tasman National Park61 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Kaiteriteri Beach68 min drive
  • AirportTakaka (KTF)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Lounge

Master Room

Second Bedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

River Fishing Cottage

Sunny, sheltered, private location with mountain views looking out onto 25acres of our farm land alongside the river, we are a verified accommodation provider for the Great Taste Trail.
Outdoor veranda for the morning sun and a garden patio for the afternoon sun, this spot has been lovingly set up for families as well as couples or travelling groups.
Gas BBQ, outdoor furniture, miles of land for kids to run free, book shelves, toys and board games for rainy days, unlimited wiFi and very comfortable beds.
Incredibly well insulated and warm, this is also fab winter getaway spot with its sheltered location, wood fireplace and big pile of dry firewood!
Visit our Instagram @abeltasmanestate for more photos and local area tips.

Perfect peaceful spot for a fishing weekend, a family outing or a romantic getaway,
The Motueka River winds past the driveway, making it an easy 5 minute walk to get fishing.

Relax and unwind in the countryside, listen to the birds, watch the sunset, head out flyfishing or help yourself to the complimentary spinning rods, take yourself on one of the many nature hikes in the area, head out kayaking in the Abel Tasman, explore the local mountain-biking trails, book a massage with our neighbouring therapist who provides mobile service right there on the property...

There are so many recreational options both on the property and the local area, you may find you will need to come back a second time.

This cottage is also available to be booked in conjunction with our other house and our Strawbale Studio on the same property for larger groups, please see our other listings if you are needing a bigger space.

* There is a sofa in the lounge long enough to sleep one; mattress topper and bedding provided
*This is a stand-alone accommodation, please be aware that we have our other house on the same property listed as a vacation rental also.
Both houses are completely independent and private from each other.

+ 25 minutes scenic drive from Motueka town alongside the river
+ 25 minutes drive to Kaiteriteri Beach
+ 15 minute drive to the Mt Arthur carpark to enjoy a hike
+ 2 minutes to the end of the driveway to the river
+ 40 minutes drive from Nelson airport
Special conditions:


Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$90.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Mike and Beth

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Motueka Valley

Located in Motueka Valley, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Neudorf and Kahurangi Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Mapua Wharf - 41 min drive
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 46 min drive
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 61 min drive
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 68 min drive
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 77 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mot Valley Cafe - 15 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to be based for fishing the Motueka
This has bee our third stay here and was a great time asusual.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Very relaxing, restful place to stay. Perfect for the keen fisherman as the river is right there. Short drive to Kaiteretere beach which is just stunning. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for the whole family
Charming rustic house, clean and comfortable. Kitchen and laundry facilities are very well equipped and exceeded expectations. We were greeted by two kererus as soon as we arrived! Kids loved the animals around the property. Cottage manual was very helpful and thanks to it we discovered a fantastic walk in kahurangi park we never knew about. Very suitable property for long stays. The sheltered carport was a bonus. Thank you for having us at your property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liberty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Thank you so much, we had the most relaxing time and would love to come back. The place is just beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Comfortable property in beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Beth

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Mike and Beth live most of the year in BC Canada, and come back to our little piece of paradise every March/April for about 6 weeks. We love gardening and landscaping as a hobby, so this is what we spend a lot of our time doing when we are back here.
In Canada, we have 2 businesses which keep us pretty busy, Mike is a helicopter pilot and Beth is an aircraft engineer.

We adore our little farm block here in the Abel Tasman, and know you will too.
We've had the houses on the vacation rental network since 2011, and have met many wonderful people during that time. We love to share this space with you to make your own special memories with your families and loved ones.

Why they chose this property

Situated on the Great Taste Trail, we are perfectly located to explore the incredible playground we are so fortunate to have on our backyard.
Mountains, rivers, wineries, microbreweries, cafes, restaurants, markets, flyfishing, boating, hiking, skydiving...all within 20mins in any direction

What makes this property unique

Complimentary fishing rods, very well equipped kitchen, sun-drenched private location, great for families
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