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A family paradise in your own private bay

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On the beach, sun loungers
Property grounds
Exterior
Wheelchair access
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Te Weu Weu Bay, Onapua Bay
  • Popular LocationWaikawa Marina44 min drive
  • Popular LocationPicton Harbour46 min drive
  • Popular LocationPicton Ferry Terminal48 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)72 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A family paradise in your own private bay

Onapua Bay is a totally secluded, private bay in Tory Channel, Marlborough Sounds. There are two houses (one kitchen, two lounges, five double bedrooms, two bathrooms). The houses are surrounded by a large wooden deck with uninterrupted views across a lawn that gently slopes down to your own sheltered cove, a wide modern wharf, mooring, and the sea.

The property is north facing and receives all day sun.

It is a much loved place for children with: safe swimming, a wharf for diving and fishing off, Tarzan and seated swings, huge flat lawn for cricket and other ball games, kayak, and dinghy.

The houses offer comfortable living (new gas stove and fridge freezer), but with the full "close to nature" Marlborough Sounds experience including: safe swimming, fishing, kyaking, rowing, bush and mountain walks, mountain biking, beach bar-b-ques, and just lying on the wharf soaking up the sun and sea.

There are forest and sea birds in the bay, a magnificent Pohutukawa Tree with Tui's and Bell birds, and a large supply of fresh mussels at your door step.

There is no light pollution so you can enjoy the magnificent night sky above you and on some nights the magical phosphorescence in the sea too.

There is an upright Blutner piano for anyone who is musical.

Water Taxis are available to take you to and from the bay (30 minutes) and bring in regular supplies of fresh food. The supermarket and other shops in Picton will package and deliver your food to the water taxis. There is no road access.

There is a recently surveyed 2 Tonne mooring in the bay.

Special conditions:
This property will ideally suit a family who want to truly get away from it all and immerse themselves in nature and have a very special time together. It does not suit people who need easy access to shops, TV and fast broadband. There is cellphone coverage and mobile data works from the house but slowly, out in the bay there is a full strength signal.

NOTE FROM HOMEAWAY: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).

Property manager

brentw2

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

A Family Paradise in Your own Private bay Te Weu Weu Bay
A Family Paradise in Your own Private bay Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Onapua Bay

Located in Onapua Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Waikawa Marina - 44 min drive
  • Picton Harbour - 46 min drive
  • Picton Museum - 47 min drive
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive
  • Mabel Island - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 55 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A family paradise in your own private bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A family paradise in your own private bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A family paradise in your own private bay?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A family paradise in your own private bay located?

This Onapua Bay vacation home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Te Weu Weu Bay, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina. Picton Harbour and Picton Foreshore are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ruben b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
We absolutely loved staying at Onapua Bay. Can't wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Great location and awesome house
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Great spot plenty of room for 6 adults very private
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape
Awesome location - great escape, great communication from owner
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feel the serenity
Great place to stay. Very relaxing and cool view.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Happy days at Onapua Bay
You simply couldn't ask for a better holiday bach to get away to. Warm and cosy with the fires in both wings, yet robust enough to handle a bunch of kids stuck inside during heavy rain. We made the most of the books and boardgames until the rain cleared and we were able to enjoy the huge rolling grass lawn, and the beautiful private beach. Off the grid, but we always had ample power and hot water. No phones was a pleasant escape, but as soon as you venture out to the end of the jetty or into the bay the phones light up with messages and missed calls. Excellent communication from Brent who showed a real concern to not only ensure that his property was cared for, but also that we would be comfortable and able to figure everything out. A wonderful place, thoroughly enjoyed by all of our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dimittee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
I don't really want to review this place because I don't want to share this Perfect Piece of Paradise! It truly is a the epitome of serenity. Safe swimming in clear waters, a big roomy comfortable house and beds, well set up kitchen , lounge, library and the list goes on! We are definitely going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just superb. The property we have ever stayed at
Excellent

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Amberley

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic place
Fantastic spot
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special family Adventure.
An amazing 7 days with far more than we imagined. The ‘off grid’ was not as scary as imagined! Retro ambiance with bonus of piano. Super comfy beds, warmth of fire, and view to die for. Hard to get grandkids away from wharf for meals - squid, stingray and fish galore. Thanks Brent and another amazing family adventure. ( Hike up behind house well worth the effort).
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Iain S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Cannot wait to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little peace of paradise in the sounds
Great communication with owner easy instructions .. relaxing weekend everything you need .. thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This is an amazing place to have a break and get away from it all. Brent communicates very well and the place is set up brilliantly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

isobelle m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the grid retreat
A really special place to get out of the city and unwind in nature. Lovely setting with private beach, we were out in the kayak everyday. Brent had excellent communication and provided very comprehensive information on the property. Super appreciative we could take our pooch with us too. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to relax
Stayed here in July with 3 friends. All had a ball and excellent place to unwind. Everything you need is here. Great solar power system and generator if needed. Very comfortable beds too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Wonderful stay! Amazing location. Excellent communication. We will certainly go back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becs A., Carterton, Wairarapa

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss! We didn’t want to go home!
Amazing property. We had a brilliant weeks stay here. What a magical spot. Thank you Brent! It’s a special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

sandie j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful relaxing stay. Heaps of room for kids to run around and good fishing too.
Relaxing and gorgeous part of sounds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Rachael H.

Great for our preteen family to get away from it all.
We had a fabulous time! Really away from it all but still fun watching the ferries going by the mouth of the bay. We found a sweet spot to fish from the rocks and caught blue cod - the really big one got away! Snails from the rocks were the best bait, no need to bring anything in. It was calm enough to enjoy fishing from the dinghy too - we felt comfortable without life jackets, take your own if you need them. The walk up to the ridge really is very challenging, incredibly steep. The mountain goats in our family did enjoy it. The houses were good, excellent views. The main house with kitchen was easy to keep warm with the fire and we found we could heat enough water for 6 short showers per day (staggered) plus a sink of dishes. The other building with the bedrooms was harder to heat with the open fire so I would recommend taking hot water bottles. We had sleeping bags, the provided duvets etc were good and the beds comfortable. Being isolated and close to so much vegetation there were the expected pests about (rodents and possums) but not particularly bothersome. With preteen and young teen age children it was a perfect getaway. Playing spotlight after dark was a highlight for the kids plus catching fish. We could leave them to scout around while we relaxed. Younger children might be harder to keep an eye on with the water so close and bush all around. We loved it there and were sad to leave. Thank you for sharing this magical spot with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Fabulous spot
6 of us recently spent 1 week at Brent's place and had a most wonderful family holiday. The house is spacious, fireplace makes it cosy, the view is idyllic. We made the most of the proximity to the water by boating, fishing, or water-skiing most days. Brent gave clear written instructions, and responded promptly to any questions I had. Highly recommend this property for a group get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

A Sounds Paradise.
We've just had a fantastic week staying here. A perfect place to unwind. We loved the whole experience and will go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018