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Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Waikawa Bay, Waikawa
  • Popular LocationWaikawa Marina18 min walk
  • Popular LocationPicton Harbour3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPicton Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)42 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.

Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

A delightfully well-appointed and character-filled holiday home located in Waikawa Bay, Picton - Gateway to the Marlborough Sounds.

Nicknamed the "Tree House" by its family your picturesque accommodation enjoys sweeping views of bush covered native reserve and will awaken you to a delightful chorus of native birdlife. The bright and spacious four bedroom home accommodates up to 10 guests in kiwi comfort with easy drive on access and plentiful off-street parking.

2 night minimum stay. A basic linen service and cleaning is included. Use of pool table, mountain bikes (2), wifi, espresso machine, BBQ and TV included.

Adjoining Victoria Reserve, a labyrinth of mountain bike trails and walking tracks will lead you on adventures from the bottom of the garden with beaches, tennis courts and playgrounds to discover. A short 15-minute bush walk leads you to Waikawa Marina where you can lunch or coffee at the water’s edge in the bustling hive of marine activity. Or a 25 min walk the other direction will lead you through the regenerating forest to downtown Picton and its retail offerings, gift stores, art galleries, restaurants, cafes and more.

There is never any shortage of sights to see and experiences to enjoy in the Marlborough Sounds with sea kayaking, dolphin watching, fishing adventures, wine tasting, hiking and mountain biking trails all to be discovered and enjoyed.

And at the end of your day relax and enjoy the enticement of a wafting BBQ on the spacious deck. Lift your glass and toast the gift of time as you watch the sun set on another day in paradise.

Property manager

Craig Edwards

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycles on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Hard floors or outside only. Not on any furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please be aware this property is not fully fenced.

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
This property uses solar energy
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bird Song Bush Walks Biking Boating
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating. Waikawa
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating. Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Picton

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Waikawa, a neighborhood in Picton. Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waitohi Recreational Reserve and Edwin Fox Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Waikawa Marina - 18 min walk
  • Picton Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Picton Museum - 4 min drive
  • Picton Foreshore - 4 min drive
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cockles Kitchen & Bar - 5 min drive
  • Toot N Whistle Inn - 5 min drive
  • The Thirsty Pig Picton - 4 min drive
  • Subway - 5 min drive
  • Picton Village Bakery - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating! located?

Located in Waikawa, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Victoria Domain and Waikawa Marina. Picton Harbour and Picton War Memorial are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for getaway
The house is very well equipped and is private. Awesome deck which looks out to bush and a reserve. The beds are very hard, which was the only down fall for us. If you like a hard bed then the house is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place, great location.
Perfect place for our holiday, house has everything you need and is warm and tidy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hazel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
Great place, lovely house and beautiful views. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D W M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly recommend this batch
We five adult family members had a delightful three night stay. The facilities were just what we needed. The location is perfect for easy access to town and the marinas. The batch was clean, quiet, spacious and well equipped. Communication with the owner could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
A nice quiet neighborhood. Tracks out the back door. Short trips to Marlborough wine area and Queen Charlotte Sound. House was as pictured: great. We really enjoyed the espresso machine!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf tournament trip
Good house suited us fine
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania B., Adelaide, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy, peaceful
We enjoyed everything about this place. It’s well set-up for holidaymakers, the location is lovely and communication and check-in was pleasant and straightforward. We especially liked the back deck and nature views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Gorgeous private setting nestled in the trees. Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Everything was very clean and house was well presented. Look forward to staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Thanks for sharing your fantastic home. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023