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Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature.

Cabin in Ligar Bay with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Water view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Ligar Bay Beach
  • Place, Tata Beach
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature.

Take time to enjoy a cool forest, bird song , frogs and the 10 minute walk down a quiet road to the golden sands of Ligar Bay and after, a secluded soak in an outdoor bath , big enough for two with a beautiful view.

Woody Mamaku Retreat is an unique and enlivening indoor and outdoor accommodation on the edge of secluded kanuka forest.
The cabin is a c.1950 steel kiln controller room lined in beautiful cypress from locally grown trees with views through a park like setting to the bay and beyond. This comfy room with double bed is connected to a small sunny front deck and a semi covered back porch kitchen with four gas burners, a small fridge,cutlery, cooking utensils, plates etc etc. A hot shower, an out door bath and a separate compost toilet 5 metres up the path. Built in local macrocarpa timber the back porch, toilet and front deck have a natural woody character.
It is off the grid , gas and solar powered with 4min eco showers to conserve spring water. There is very limited mobile phone coverage at the cabin but is fine at the beach.
By car its
5 minutes toTarakohe Harbour and rock climbing cliffs.
7 mins to Pohara cafes and bars.
15 mins to Takaka township
10 - 15 mins to Abel Tasman track and Wainui Falls.

Duvet, sheets, towels etc provided . (Please provide sheets if using massage oils in the bed thanks.l.
No pets . No smoking .
Minimum 2 night stay.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Water view
Kitchen

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Some drops off the deck. Heater close to floor.
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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
Please bring sheets if using massage oils in beds, thanks.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ligar Bay

Located in Ligar Bay, this cabin is in a rural area and by the sea. Onetahuti Bay Campsite and Te Anaroa Caves are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Tata Beach, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Ligar Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tata Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Pohara Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Totaranui Beach - 26 min drive - 19.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nikau - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Penguin Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Woody Mamaku Retreat . Eco stay close to sea and nature. located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ligar Bay Beach, Golden Bay and Tata Beach. Pohara Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip J.

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

Beautiful Gem in Golden Bay

Stunning private cabin with fantastic host, so fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super wee cabin. Loved that it was nestled in to the bush and so easy to live in. Great facilities, well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaelin L.

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

Relaxing spot in the best location

The best spot to relax in, love Ligar Bay and Tata Beach just around the corner. Comfy bed and wonderful view. John and Pene were lovely. Would stay here again absolutely!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise D.

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

Quirky cabin oasis

We loved our time here just wish we could've stayed longer, will definitely be back one day. We enjoyed swimming at the beach at Ligar Bay and Tata beach, Wainui Falls walk and a pub dinner in Pohara. Handy location and a very quirky wee cabin with everything we needed to enjoy a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H.

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

Perfect getaway

We had a wonderful stay at the woody retreat. Heard frogs, and even some kiwi’s at night. Beautiful views and a fully equipt kitchen. Definitely will come back when in the Golden Bay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Stunning & Relaxing!

This is a beautiful place to stay. Everything is so well thought of. The kitchen has everything you need. The shower was amazing. We loved the fresh salad and herbs left in the fridge on our arrival as well as the amazing tea, dried by Pene. Full of bird life, frogs, Pukeko and even hearing resident kiwis in the night! I would definitely recommend a stay here it was just perfect - We will be returning most definitely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ayden s.

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

Awesome wee piece of paradise!

We were really just wanting a roof over our heads for our friends wedding in Tata Beach...but instead we found a real wee piece of paradise at John and Pene's place. It's a little bit of a shock to the system using a compost toilet (and showering on the deck), but the tranquil, private location meant we could really relax and unwind - surrounded by the fantails and Weka. The home-grown fruit and vege's were a nice touch too. Fully recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an amazing little cabin in the nature and by the sea. You can see a small part of the ocean from the porch which is absolutely incredible. The outdoor shower was also amazing. I will say there are a few bugs youll need to remove from the inside of the cabin and the toilet area had ants crawling all around inside. It didnt bother us though, it only took a few minutes. Since there is no cell service, they have board games and cards available. Worth it for the 2 nights we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

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

Stunning

I unfortunately didn’t get to meet John & Pene, but also know they respected my privacy during the stay. This is a little piece of heaven with the cheeky Piwawaka birds being a highlight. Such a beautiful place to get away from the city. Golden bay always having a special place in my heart every time I go. Loved the outdoor shower and big comfy bed with stunning views. Kindness from John & Pene extending my stay snd nest garden greens I’ve ever had. Thank you so much for sharing your little slice of nature with us. I’ll definitely be back. Cheers Mel B
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host, along with communication was impeccable. There were a few little hiccoughs mainly because we were the first travellers of the season but nothing that couldn't be sorted. The cabin was extremely cute & clean with a great little view. The outside kitchen was well equipped with everything you would require. We were also gifted some veg & lemons from their garden.Outside shower & bath plus compostible loo all clean & tidy. Easy walking to LIgar Bay & drive to anywhere in the bay. Great for a fab off grid getaway. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon V.

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

Beautiful holiday for two

It was the perfect romantic holiday location. With sea view from the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted J.

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Peacefull bliss

I loved the fact it was run on solar and gas..the bed was super comfy and the tranquillity of the place was exactly what i needed...having native bird life walking around on the deck was a treat...views of the ocean in the distance while laying on bed..teerrific...thanks team
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tiny house. Nice garden. On your own
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Quirky but fabulous

Location to the beautiful beach was great . The accommodation was very private with all that you needed . Views spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody M.

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

The Perfect Place To Stay

The communication was amazing! On arrival we were stunned by the views and the cleanliness of the property, everything was excellent. The complementary teas and ingredients was a great surprise, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen B.

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

Wonderful cabin, gorgeous views and relaxing surrounds

We loved staying at John and Pene’s cabin. It was well-equipped, perfectly situated and very private. We really appreciated the craftsmanship and attention to detail in the cabin and had a really serene, relaxing time listening to nature and taking in the wonderful views. It really is a gem of a place.John and Pene were conscientious and thoughtful hosts. We would have loved to have stayed longer and hope to return sometime. Ngā mihi nui.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florian B.

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Perfect and calm retreat

This place was lovely! The perfect option if you are looking for a calm place to have a relaxing time. We loved the outdoor kitchen and the outdoor shower. The view from just the bed was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Idyllic little retreat

We loved our stay here. The cabin is nestled in nature, surrounded by birdsong and has a lovely view of the sea. It's the perfect place to switch off and relax. The outdoor shower was a particular highlight. John and Pene were good hosts - it was nice to have the cabin refreshed halfway through our stay. Strongly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

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Lovely cabin stay

We loved our stay. The cabin was clean and comfortable. The attached undercover kitchen was clean and well-equipped, and the outdoor shower was a fun novelty. The cabin is bounded by native bush with abundant birdlife, and the surrounds are very peaceful. Only a 10 min walk to the beach. John was a helpful and responsive host. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sile S.

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

Lovely Retreat in Ligar Bay

I had a lovely experience here! This was the perfect way to experience the Golden Bay. The surrounding area is beautiful, and I loved coming back to the bach in the evening and listening to the birds and distant waves. The outdoor shower was nice too! Be aware that there isn’t any wifi, which truly makes this a getaway and a chance to stay more immersed in nature. Overall I would absolutely recommend this bach!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Beautiful spot

Pretty little cabin with a nice view of the bay and frequent bird visitors. Just as described. Nice and quiet, just what we were looking for
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Relaxing getaway

Beautiful place to stay. Everything you need for a relaxing time away with your favorite person
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic small eco property Great host Different but so quite and peaceful Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

This is a beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

What a beautiful view!

A lovely little house and so comfy! The outside shower and toilet were fun (in Summer) And it was lovely lying in bed and looking at the view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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