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Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mapua (Ruby Bay), Tasman
  • Place, Mahana Estates
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

Voted Bookabach NZ Best Pet Friendly Property - 2015
Awarded Bookabach NZ Supreme Bach Of The Year - 2015
Super Host - Airbnb
10/10 - Booking.com

Located in the heart of Tasman, one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions. The cottage's size, character and central location, make it the perfect retreat for couples or families.

The cottage is situated in a quiet rural setting in Mahana, the Heart of Sunny Tasman's Coastal Belt.
Couples will love the private and cosy intimate setting, Children will be easily entertained, and Pets will love the space.
Children can easily entertain themselves with the playhouse, sand pit, trampoline and games. We also have the family dog and horses who would all welcome attention during your stay.

Stay in and relax at the cottage with under floor heating for added comfort and warmth in the cooler months.
In the Summer months enjoy BBQ meals at the outdoor table setting while listening to the Tui's chattering, enjoy a walk around the property, visit the Glow Worms, or venture out and enjoy the many activities the local area has to offer.

A sample of which include:
* Relaxing on the local Golden Sand Beaches or Kayaking Abel Tasman.
* Visit Local Wineries, and Restaurants. , Mapua Wharf Award Winning Restaurants 7 mins drive.
* Ski Rainbow or Hike the Kahurangi, Abel Tasman, or Nelson Lakes National Parks.
* Relax with a Beer at any of the local Craft Beer Breweries - The Craft Brewers Capital of NZ.
* Cycle 'Tasman's Great Taste Trail' or Mountain Bike at Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park.

Whether you would like an active holiday or a relaxing break, stay for a while and enjoy all the region has to offer.
Special conditions:
* Pets stay free with prior approval.
* Minimum 2 nights stay on Public Holiday Weekends, and Peak Season.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20023692
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Mahana

Located in Mahana, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Richmond Mall and Montgomery Square. Travelling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies, or check out an event or a game at Skydive Abel Tasman. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.
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Mapua (Ruby Bay), Tasman

What's nearby

  • Mahana Estates - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 27 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 30 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 30 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 49 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alberta's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Apple Shed Cafe And Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rimu Wine Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$345, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home located?

This family-friendly Mahana cottage is located by the sea, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Mahana Estates, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mapua Wharf and Kahurangi Estate. Kina Peninsula and Tasman Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Y.

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

Perfect!

Wonderful place to stay, would highly recommend! Super clean, lovely hosts (including Frankie!) and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Great location

Nestled in the woods lots of walks on the doorstep and beautiful location host was lovely and didn’t want for anything! Thanks for making our trip amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at Beech Hill Catherine, and for taking the time to leave a review for us. It was lovely to meet you and your family and I hope the rest of NZ treats you well :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M Heather L.

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

Awesome

Great place to stay. Had everything we needed and all the home comforts. Set in a fabulous location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine D.

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

Lovely place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. Lovely place with everything you need for a very comfortable stay. We really appreciated all the little touches like warm blankets, books to read, and the well appointed kitchen. We especially liked being able to bring our dog. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2023
Thank you for your review Justine. It was great to meet, and we hope to see you and your family and Ted again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayshree R.

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

Wonderful stay

Beech hill was a fantastic and tranquil place and we loved every moment of our stay. The property was clean and well appointed and the dog also loved the wonderful surrounds. The hosts were great and the opportunity for the kids to feed and groom the horses was an added plus. Thanks for a wonderful stay and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Thank you Jayshree. It was so lovely to meet you all, and I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Beech Hill. We look forward to hopefully seeing you all again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rill W.

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

The peace and quiet and the awesome wake up call by beautiful dog

Nice place to hid from the world for a time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2023
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Beech Hill Rill. It was lovely to meet you all and a shame that you couldn't stay longer... Frankie would have liked that!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa Y.

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

Beautiful retreat

Lovely clean bach with everything we needed. Handy to Mapua, Rabbit Island and Motueka. Hoping to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Beech Hill and we look forward to hopefully seeing you all again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marius P.

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

Perfect Spot

If you do nothing else: please lie on the deck at night and watch the stars! Love Frankie ❤️ Great location for day trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Jennifer

Loved our quiet stay at BeechHill for Christmas! Had everything we needed and super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2024
Thank you for your review Jen, and wishing you all a Happy New Year, and all the very best for your rest of your big trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Nice Place

This was a nice warm house in a beautiful rural setting. We enjoyed the underfloor heating (in winter) and the kids enjoyed the forest and animals and play area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Thank you for your review Julie. I'm glad you enjoyed your brief stay, and that the kids had a great time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra G.

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

A peaceful stay

Nic was friendly and quick to respond to messages, which made the renting process very straightforward. The property was lovely and clean, quiet, had plenty to keep our 3yr old occupied and very comfortable. We’ll definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 January 2023
Hi Alex, Thank you for your review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you next time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arianne B.

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

Post wedding get away

Beautiful location and home. Nic was a wonderful host. Great communication and lovely to meet her when we arrived. The house was so cosy and had everything we needed. Bonus that we could bring our fur baby with us. We just wished that we had more time there (lots of family time post wedding). Would love to come back and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2023
Thank you so much for your review Ari. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay, and that you chose Beech Hill as part of your special wedding weekend :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg F.

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

Home away from home

Cozy, clean and full of adventure for the whole family. ( including our puppy ). Such a beautiful setting with the perfect amount of tranquility. We were only 35 mins from home but felt further away. The space was perfect for our family of 4, comfortable beds and facilities. This property has everything you need. We loved visiting all your precious animals as well. We will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
Thank you for choosing to stay at Beech Hill Meg. We are glad you enjoyed your staycation and look forward to seeing you all again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Simply Gorgeous

A magical property with plenty to keep the kids entertained. The little ones loved staying up late to find the glow worms :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ K.

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

A gem located so close to Nelson

Such an amazing property with great hosts. You feel like you are very far from the hustle and bustle of the city but yet so close. Mapua is like a 5 min drive. Our family was here overnight for a Mother's day getaway and we had everything we needed. Nic had taken care of everything. Its a 12 hectare property with horses, goats, ponies and even glow worms. Its perfect for kids Absolutely loved staying here. Will be back for a longer stay. Thank you Nic
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Our family (including our dog) had a brilliant time here. Everything was awesome. We totally recommend this as a great get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor W.

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

Forest hideaway

We enjoyed the atmosphere of calm amongst the trees and the house was fresh and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2022
Thank you for your review Eleanor, and despite unfortunately not being able to meet you in person, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Clean, tidy and well appointed

Great wee property set in secluded woodland setting. The property owner Nic was on hand but certainly not obtrusive - just made sure we were all set and then left us to it. This is a really lovely place, nicely appointed and super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM D.

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

Glens 60th

The property is modern, clean, private and spacious with great indoor/outdoor flow. Suitable for couples, families or small group of friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

An Oasis

We had a wonderful stay at Beech Hill. Our 6 yo loved everything about the bach - feeding the horses and goats, the playground, toys, games and books. We enjoyed returning to the tranquility of Beech Hill after our outings and activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is an excellent property stay for a couple of nights after our wedding.

This is an excellent property stay for a couple of nights after our wedding. Great spot to explore the nelson region from. House had everything we needed and is very private.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree C.

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

A private, Peaceful, and Stylish place to rest

We loved the grounds and the overall environment. Nic was very helpful and the house was so cosy and clean. The decor very comfortable, we would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia B.

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

2nd Stay and will be back

This was the 2nd time we have stayed at Beech Hill and we will certainly be back. Great location, private but only a short drive to Mapua and Richmond. The house itself is clean, crisp and well maintained. Easy parking and great outdoor area. Love it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver J.

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

Amazing house

Just a fantastic stay. Really nice warm comfortable house. Owners lovely people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ngaire P.

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

Fabulous getaway with friends

A great place to getaway with friends. What a beautiful peaceful place to stay. Spotlessly clean cottage with fine attention to detail. Nic was very welcoming and friendly. Would definitely stay again😊 Thank you

About the host

Hosted by Nic

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What makes this property unique

Nelson City and Abel Tasman National Park only 30mins drive.

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