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Herb's Place, St Arnaud

Holiday home in St. Arnaud with kitchen and patio

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Herbs place
Private deck
Open plan living area
Wood fire
Kitchen/dining area. Light and airy

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Classic Boat Museum
  • Place, Nelson Lakes National Park
  • Place, Lake Rotoiti

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

bedroom 2

1 Child Bed

bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

master bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Herb's Place, St Arnaud

Situated 1 hour from Richmond, Blenheim and Murchison. Short drive to local ski area. Walking distance to Lake Rotoiti, perfect for swimming, boating, trout fishing etc. Enjoy a coffee or meal at the local cafe, or pick up the evening newspaper at the local shop. Both are only a short walk away from the bach. While you are here, visit the local DOC centre to get all the details on the walks in the area, and see their history display.
Special conditions:
Young children will need supervision outside.
Firewood is supplied for the open fire.
A gas BBQ is provided, but you must supply your own gas bottle.


Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases), we dont supply; And also to take your rubbish with you. Thank you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Arnaud

St. Arnaud is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nelson Lakes National Park and Kahurangi National Park. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Map
St Arnaud, Nelson

What's nearby

  • Classic Boat Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Lakes National Park - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lake Rotoiti - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wairau River - 27 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Murchison Museum - 55 min drive - 72.7 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Lodge Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪St Arnaud, Alpine Store - ‬8 min walk
  • teh tarik place
  • ‪Clinker Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tophouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herb's Place, St Arnaud pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Herb's Place, St Arnaud?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Herb's Place, St Arnaud?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Herb's Place, St Arnaud located?

Situated in St. Arnaud, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Classic Boat Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Rotoiti. Nelson Lakes National Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 370 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old school kiwi bach, super quoet location but still close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cosy spot to be on a wet weekend. Had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nestled in the trees, bautiful spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the feel of this classic 1960s batch. Comfortable and homely.Great communication.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddy Hughes F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit at a bach with great character!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarmya C.

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

A Cozy Retreat in the Heart of St Arnaud

Herb’s Place is a cozy Kiwi bach—warm, spacious, and perfectly placed for lake walks and bush adventures. Perfect escape for our family, with a roaring fire and relaxed vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Great base camp for adventures

Great place to stay with all the amenities for comfort and warmth. Really enjoyed the local area, with heaps of amazing trails to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great bach. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Great place to stay

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a fabulous stay at this peaceful, private little forest cabin. Despite it being mid-winter it was cosy and snug. It is a great location, nestled in the beech forest and a short meander down to the lake and national park. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for letting us stay in your lovely family bach . Clean and plenty of firewood , heaters going when we arrived and we loved the cosy feeling of the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice stay at Herb's place. Nicky was great with communication, particularly given the extreme weather that we had. The fireplace warms up the whole place and was cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at Herb's Place. Easy to follow instructions and Nicky was very responsive to any questions I had. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking. Overall, it was very comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lizzie v.

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

Great stay

Awesome traditional Bach. Beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

1 night away

cozy old fashioned bach, bathroom rather old and shabby but everything worked. Excellent fire!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bronwyn g.

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

Character home

Quiet location and good host communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank W.

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

Beautiful hide away

Comfortable house in a beautiful spot
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Mr

Absolutely phenomenal place and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

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

Lovely little getaway

Such a cute wee spot, very homey and has everything you need, clean and tidy. Absolutely loved our stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

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

Bush hideaway

We really enjoyed our stay in a real old-style bach out of our childhoods. The views straight into the beech forest were magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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

Great

Lovely, homely cabin for our family get together
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an amazing time, classic old school batch with comfortable couches and beds, and a big efficient fire. Walking access through the beech forest to the lake, and an easy walk to the lodge. Given the price, exceeded expectations easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Family birthday treat

3 wonderful days walking down and around the lake. Warm comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie r.

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

Like staying at the family bach

Was a great place to stay, felt homely, perfect location and had everything we needed for two families of four.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan W.

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

Great family bach

Great location in the beech forest, traditional bach vibes, cosy and warm with the fire. Very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by NickySh4

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What makes this property unique

Wake up to the bird calls of tui's and bellbirds

Languages:

English

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