{"id":2782,"date":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","slug":"holiday-homes-in-nelson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/holiday-destinations\/south-island\/holiday-homes-in-nelson","title":{"rendered":"Explore holiday homes in Nelson to plan a trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Nestled on the shores of Tasman Bay in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/14601\/south-island\">South Island<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/118958\/nelson\">Nelson<\/a>\u00a0is a hub of arts, culture and adventure. The city offers numerous historic and cultural attractions, spectacular art galleries, unique museums and an abundance of outdoor fun. You could explore the wonders of the city or venture into the wilderness to dive in caves and explore\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/4674\/abel-tasman-national-park\">Abel Tasman National Park<\/a>. You\u2019ll also find family-friendly attractions, such as zoos and educational experiences, for a fun trip with the kids. Find out more about the best things to do in Nelson and see what you can find for holiday homes in Nelson for families or couples.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/xVTsDOr3RVtk2Cds6oP7R\/025b0bb2a42d088fdd2545c810443a74\/a37d1bc2.lg1.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of a luxury rental home among trees with the sparkling bay waters and mountains in the distance\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Accommodation_options\">Accommodation options<\/a>\u00a0in Nelson<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>From luxury hotels and resorts to budget-friendly baches to spacious holiday homes, you\u2019ll have an array of accommodation options in Nelson to choose from. Whether you\u2019re looking for decadence and pampering or affordable rentals with practical features, take a look at the best accommodation options in Nelson to see what you can expect.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nelson accommodation\u00a0<a name=\"luxury\">luxury<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a relaxing retreat to Nelson, what better way to enjoy your trip than in luxury accommodation? Complete with fine linens, high-end furniture, pools, hot tubs, decks and other extravagant features, Nelson luxury accommodation keeps you feeling pampered and renewed for the whole trip. You\u2019ll find holiday homes, baches and hotels with luxury options, as well as luxury resorts that take the decadence a step further with onsite gourmet restaurants and bars. Luxury accommodation comes in a variety of options for solo travellers, couples and families, so you don\u2019t have to skimp on the features you want for space and convenience. Surrounded by native bushland, the luxurious\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-accommodation\/p7573819?noDates=true&#038;uni_id=7003870\">Peak View Retreat<\/a>\u00a0villa offers comfort and style for your trip, complete with a superking bedroom, expansive decks, a wood-burning fireplace, a private garden and a wide selection of games for both adults and children.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/20cOGNkEmD9kkJjWefRsws\/9727b656fa4f9dbb3673a1509dacfe40\/18afe290.lg1.jpg\" alt=\"A modernly-furnished living room looking out through open glass doors onto clear blue waters\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Cheap_accommodation\u00a0\">Cheap accommodation\u00a0<\/a>Nelson<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Nelson offers a range of budget-friendly accommodation designed to help you stretch your budget. You\u2019ll find attractive holiday homes, baches, cottages, hotels and resorts with affordable rentals and plenty of desirable amenities to enhance your trip experience. You can book hotels with onsite play areas for the kids and pools or spas to relax, holiday homes with beach access or backyards and charming baches with just enough space and luxury for 2. Many accommodation options are fully self-contained as well, so you can prepare your own meals for your family and save on dining out. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-accommodation\/p20041942?noDates=true&#038;uni_id=5763260\">Kotuku Cottage<\/a>\u00a0is a family-friendly home that&#8217;s close to local shops and attractions and offers a secure yard for children and pets, a baby bath and high chair, children&#8217;s toys, games and books and a proximity to swimming holes.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/roMEuIRByCsa1xiFT4nBo\/f337cf808640b81829ee61c4f8c5c9ef\/a2d22225.lg1.jpg\" alt=\"The deck of a cottage furnished with chairs with leaves hanging down in the foreground\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Things_to_do\">Things to do<\/a>\u00a0in Nelson<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>As one of the oldest cities in New Zealand, Nelson boasts a wide variety of unique historic and cultural attractions, exciting natural features for adventure and quirky attractions for all ages. Whether you\u2019re looking for fun with the kids or you want to see the highlights of the diverse city, take a look at the top attractions in Nelson.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"World_of_WearableArt_&#038;_Classic_Cars_Museum\">World of WearableArt &#038; Classic Cars Museum<\/a>\u00a0for a unique experience<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/63896\/world-of-wearable-art-and-collectable-cars\">World of WearableArt &#038; Classic Cars Museum<\/a>\u00a0is a fascinating museum and popular attraction for adults and children alike that showcases fashion artworks and vintage cars. You\u2019ll see an array of incredible costumes and accessories that are deemed \u2018wearable art\u2019, such as elegant headpieces, ostentatious masks and lively costumes. The museum features many mint vehicles, including Pierce-Arrow sedans and vintage Cadillacs.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/3zNfsM1bZmCMgEWiSt6ARd\/d867b44dbb3798d8ddee076d81cdf271\/27bb31a7.lg1.jpg\" alt=\"A backyard garden of a beach house in Nelson with a colourful arrangement of flowers and plants\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Gardens_of_the_World\">Gardens of the World<\/a>\u00a0for romance<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re on a romantic retreat or you want to spend time in nature, Gardens of the World offers a collection of beautiful gardens with different themes. Each garden zone showcases different areas of the world or garden traditions, including a traditional English rose garden, an African garden and a traditional Japanese garden. You\u2019ll also see views of the lake and the Pohutukawa trees while visiting the garden and the walking trails are appropriate for young children or pushchairs..<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Natureland_Zoo\">Natureland Zoo<\/a>\u00a0for fun with the kids<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to spend a holiday with kids in Nelson is with a visit to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/135220\/natureland-zoo\">Natureland Zoo<\/a>. Designed as a conservation zoo for New Zealand\u2019s native species, the Natureland Zoo is home to a variety of native island species and a few rare global animals as well. You can see kea, kakariki and tuatara, as well as Nepalese yak and a pygmy marmoset.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Harwoods_Hole_Walk\">Harwoods Hole Walk<\/a>\u00a0for outdoor exploration<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>If you want some adventure on your trip, there\u2019s nothing better than the Harwoods Hole Walk. The long trek travels through thick beech forest among limestone cliffs to reach the massive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/319603\/harwoods-hole\">Harwoods Hole<\/a> sinkhole. Measuring 176 metres deep, the sinkhole flows into Gorge Creek and the Takaka River. The sinkhole is popular with cavers looking to explore new territory, but you can easily bring the kids on the trails for a family experience in nature.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nelson is one of the oldest cities in New Zealand and home to rich cultural and historic sites, unique museums and stunning natural landscapes for outdoor adventure. 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