10/10 Excellent
Fiona K.
20 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time away
Fiona K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Apartment
Private Self Contained Apartment - Tranquil Park Setting 3 mins from CBD -
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 23.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Blenheim, Blenheim
- Pollard Park13 min walk
- Seymour Square4 min drive
- Marlborough Convention Centre4 min drive
- Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private Self Contained Apartment - Tranquil Park Setting 3 mins from CBD -
Apresto is a quiet attractively furnished, self-contained warm and sunny apartment - set on a hectare of land and established trees, it provides the space and tranquility of a county retreat, while being conveniently located only 3 mins drive from town and 5 mins from wineries.
Wi-Fi - Sky TV with Sky Sports
The pantry is stocked with essential items such as sauces, oils, teas, Nespresso machine etc.
Stay 3 nights or more at full rate $160/night) and receive free continental breakfast foods of cereal, fruit, yoghurt, plunger coffee, juice, & chocolate.
Undercover Parking, plus room for extra vehicles, boats etc.
The self-contained apartment provides just the setting to enjoy sitting out on the verandah with a glass of chilled Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, while enjoying the surrounding vistas and park like setting, and watch the sun set at the end of the day.
The perfect resting place for a break away, business related visits, longer term stays.
The apartment is an ideal base from which to explore the delights of Blenheim, and the wider Marlborough area. Picton is only half an hour away and the beautiful Marlborough Sounds are close to explore.
Several excellent golf courses are close by.
All major Marlborough wineries (and many excellent restaurants and cafes) are easily reached in under 5-10 minutes by car. The Airport and the Railway Station are about 6 minutes away.
Smoking well outside only. Other than that - please just enjoy your stay.
Cleaning (included in price); Linen (included);
Wi-Fi - Sky TV with Sky Sports
The pantry is stocked with essential items such as sauces, oils, teas, Nespresso machine etc.
Stay 3 nights or more at full rate $160/night) and receive free continental breakfast foods of cereal, fruit, yoghurt, plunger coffee, juice, & chocolate.
Undercover Parking, plus room for extra vehicles, boats etc.
The self-contained apartment provides just the setting to enjoy sitting out on the verandah with a glass of chilled Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, while enjoying the surrounding vistas and park like setting, and watch the sun set at the end of the day.
The perfect resting place for a break away, business related visits, longer term stays.
The apartment is an ideal base from which to explore the delights of Blenheim, and the wider Marlborough area. Picton is only half an hour away and the beautiful Marlborough Sounds are close to explore.
Several excellent golf courses are close by.
All major Marlborough wineries (and many excellent restaurants and cafes) are easily reached in under 5-10 minutes by car. The Airport and the Railway Station are about 6 minutes away.
Smoking well outside only. Other than that - please just enjoy your stay.
Cleaning (included in price); Linen (included);
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 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
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
About the area
Blenheim
Located in Springlands, a neighbourhood in Blenheim, this apartment is in a rural area. Lawson's Dry Hills and Wither Hills Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pollard Park and Wairau River. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Blenheim, Blenheim
What's nearby
- Pollard Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Seymour Square - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Marlborough Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- ASB Theatre Marlborough - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dodson Street Alehouse - 3 min drive
- The Grove Tavern - 3 min drive
- Tea Shack - 5 min drive
- Coupland's Bakeries - 3 min drive
- Kfc - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gerry S.
11 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Location and Setting
Gerry S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Miriama S.
9 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Miriama S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Caryl T.
4 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bliss
Caryl T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fiona M.
26 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay in Blenheim
Fiona M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sandra P.
18 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parklike surroundings
Sandra P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Harry N.
8 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Harry N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Grace E.
26 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property and host
Grace E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Hester N.
13 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Hester N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
4 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Keith S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ian M.
23 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful comfort
Ian M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
John W.
25 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Springlands cottage
John W.
10/10 Excellent
Barbara M.
21 March 2019
Very comfortable apartment. Very well presented with many special touches. We would come back again!
Barbara M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
7 January 2016
A really good set-up place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
24 November 2015
The apartment was peaceful and quiet in a lovely environment surrounded by tree's.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
16 November 2015
Quiet, comfortable and very well set up, loved the 'natural' speed bumps on the driveway and the gar
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
28 September 2015
All facilities are way superior to usual expectations, e.
About the host
Hosted by Melissa Cuff
My husband and I are self employed. We are fortunate to have our two children & partners and grandchildren living here in Blenheim.
We enjoy all that Marlborough has to offer and love meeting the guests whom come to stay in the apartment.
We enjoy all that Marlborough has to offer and love meeting the guests whom come to stay in the apartment.
Why they chose this property
Our dream was to always have an accommodation unit, so we were so very fortunate to find our property which is located so close to town, and a great deal of space and tranquility surrounding us.
What makes this property unique
Peaceful Surroundings and Your Own Private Apartment
Use of a Clearlight Premier 3 Person Infrared Sauna
Separate Entrance/Car Port
Plenty of extra space for parking - boat’s etc
We live next door and we are happy to chat or answer questions , otherwise we leave our guests to their own privacy.
Use of a Clearlight Premier 3 Person Infrared Sauna
Separate Entrance/Car Port
Plenty of extra space for parking - boat’s etc
We live next door and we are happy to chat or answer questions , otherwise we leave our guests to their own privacy.
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