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KARAKA holiday cottage on the door step of the ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Marahau, Tasman
  • Marahau Beach
    2 min walk
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track
    19 min walk
  • Abel Tasman National Park
    2 min drive
  • Nelson (NSN)
    63 min drive

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About the area

Marahau

With a stay at this cottage in Marahau, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Abel Tasman National Park and Marahau Beach. .This cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Abel Tasman Coast Track and 5 mi (8 km) from Honeymoon Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Marahau Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 15 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park - 16 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Abel Tasman Paddleboarding - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 21 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beached Whale Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Thomas Brothers Cherry and Real Fruit Ice Cream Stall - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Dynamite Go Go Food & Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hooked on Marahau - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mrs Smiths Cafe & Vegetables - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

KARAKA holiday cottage on the door step of the ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK

Karaka Bach is located near the beach and is a timber 2 storey family owned cottage with great indoor / outdoor flow. It has a large section which is fully fenced, with sea views. A 2 minutes walk and you are on the beach , or you can enjoy the licensed cafe /restuarant and Sprig and Fern Bar. Just 3 minutes walk in the other direction and you are able to catch a water taxi or kayak to take you into the Abel Tasman National Park,

This lovely accommodation has an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area with a wood fire to keep you warm on those cooler nights. Downstairs, adjacent to the bathroom, is a private double bedroom . Upstairs on a u-shaped mezzanine floor there is a queen and a single bed at one end, and 3 single beds at the other . Both have privacy screens and are separated by a landing / sitting area, with access to the upstairs deck. Best suited to groups no greater than 6.

There is a BBQ for those lazy summer days entertaining and dining outdoors .The property is attracts the native birds and is wonderful to listen to in the morning and evenings
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Jenny

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fully fenced
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Karaka Holiday Cottage Door Step Abel Tasman National Park
Karaka Holiday Door Step Abel Tasman National Park Marahau
Karaka Holiday Cottage Door Step Abel Tasman National Park
Karaka Holiday Door Step Abel Tasman National Park Marahau
Karaka Holiday Door Step Abel Tasman National Park

KARAKA holiday cottage on the door step of the ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Abel Tasman location
The place had everything we needed. We cook a lot and there were ample kitchen utensils for all our needs. The wood fireplace worked great. We were able to walk to the water taxi and trail from the home. Highly recommend the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian g.

Liked: Cleanliness
days away
absolutely loved our stay would go back again Jenny was an awesome host
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douceline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely character home in great location
Wished we could hv stayed longer. Lovely character house with everything you need in it. Had dinners outside in setting sun. Lovely walks in surrounding area and close to water taxis taking tours up east coast to Awaroa inlet. Owner came to meet us which was lovely. Would recommend to others and would go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ingrid T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Generous house
The property was exceptionally well appointed. It has rustic decor with a wonderful indoor outdoor flow. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great two night stay
Cozy and relaxing property. Host made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed and awesome
Enjoyed the wood, soft beds, proximity to the beach, birds in the backyard. Would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy D.

Feb holiday
holiday stay was comfortable, excellent location for what we needed. Beds are very old and could do with replacing. Bath towels could do with renewing. Neighbors dog barked at everyone walking past the front of the house and this made it difficult to sleep in. Excellent communication with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a lovely feel and was very comfortable and cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Walk to the beach in 3 minutes, 10 minutes walk to Abel Tasman National Park..... we loved the location of Karaka Cottage. Thanks Jenny and Will for the use of your lovely character bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shona C.

Perfect
This was an absolutely beautiful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location.
Lovely cottage in pleasant surroundings with comfy beds and a great log fire which we enjoyed in the evenings. Handy to Abel Tasman park entrance and cafes. We have stayed here before and I am sure we will be back again. Many thanks Jenny.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

skye C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at karaka cottage... We spent 3 nightszm, felt very at home and comfortable, beautoful garden and surrounds and so close to the beach and abel Tasman Park! Hopefully make it back again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joni T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for the incredible stay
Had a lovely time at this batch. Loved the character, location, amenities included, warm fireplace and comfortable beds. Was a great place to escape to and we’ll be back. My friend who came with her child was especially appreciative of the fire guard, babychair, and guard for the stairs!

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy, warm, welcoming home from home.
I really enjoyed my stay here. I love natural wood houses and I loved the high cathedral ceiling, the warmth of the wood and that awesome, huge log burner kept us toasty. Really conveniently located for the beach, the Abel Tasman and the pub. A great find.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and well stocked, close to beach and restaurant.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Margrett A.

Gateway to Abel Tasman National Park
Location is excellent. It's less than 5 minutes walk to the beach, water taxi, restaurants and dairy. It is spacious and have most of what we needed during our stay. The only downside is that they don't have a WiFi and cellular reception for Vodafone.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful beautiful stay at Marahau
We had such a lovely stay at this property. Enjoyed learning about the history of the place from Jenny. The kids had a great time, it was safe, and had everything we could need, even chalk for the kids to decorate the concrete! Loved the space in the back yard, and the kereru flying in and out of the garden. Would definitely stay again, thank you Jenny and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Original Bach
A lovely original Bach with everything you need. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying everything Marahau has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
7 day holiday
Cottage just as pictures show, fabulous layout for a family, every thing required was provided. location was amazing, 2 mins walk to wonderful swimming beach when tide in, or 10 min drive to Split Apple Rock Beach. Abel Tasman national park meters away with all its wonderful beaches and walks. We had an incredible holiday, peace, birdsong and ocean, we will be back .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adriana G.

Awesome
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon M., Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and well equipped
Great house with everything you need close to Abel Tasman Park entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house met all our expectations
The house is ideally located at the entrance to Able Tasman National Park and is very quiet and had many lovely shady spots to relax under.There are also two very handy restaurants. The beach is only minutes walk away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great location, communication and a good ole classic kiwi Bach in a beautiful bay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Nicholas P.

A great location and lovely homely place!
Had a great stay! Everything we were looking for!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Selena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This property was perfect for our family. Close to the track, beach, ice cream cart and coffee. Lovely to hear the birds in the morning. Great spot thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020