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Treehouse Yurt retreat

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Motueka, Motueka
  • Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Motueka (MZP)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Tree house

1 Double Bed

Yurt.

1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Treehouse Yurt retreat

SOME OLDER REVIEWS ARE FOR OUR 'OLD' YURT SET UP AND DO NOT REFLECT THE CURRENT STANDARDS AT ALL. THE PROPERTY HAS HAD A COMPLETE MAKEOVER AND IS NOW UP TO VERY HIGH STANDARDS. PLEASE READ 2018 REVIEWS ONLY.
Retreat accommodation set in native bush at Te Manawa Ecovillage high above the stunning Motueka Valley.
Find yourself again in the relaxing and peaceful atmosphere of the treehouse and yurt, nature and spectacular views of the mountains, river and Tasman Bay.
The yurt is a Mongolian dome like canvas and wooden structure 7 metres in diameter. The treehouse and spectacular Deck is a recent new addition to add to this amazing and unique experience. Enjoy nature from this comfortable place.
If holiday time for you means to reflect and make plans for the future we offer individual life development sessions or QiGong lessons.
If you want your holiday to be more active, we are a 50 minute drive to Golden Bay
bay, 25 from Ruby bay and the motoure, 50 minutes from Nelson with
Saturday markets, 15 minutes from Kaiteriteri and other amazing beaches.
We are also only about a 20 minute drive from the carparks at Abel Tasman
and Kahurangi National parks where you can go for day tramps.
We are strictly a non smoking property.
The reviews are from before we did a complete makeover of the property. The place is now truly amazing.
Special conditions:
The Yurt is a smoke free environment.
We ask that you come to stay if you are wanting somewhere out of the andquot;party zoneandquot; as our neighbours enjoy the peace and quite of this place

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$30.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

s meijer

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Motueka Valley

Located in Motueka Valley, this chalet is in a rural area and by the sea. Tasman Golf Club and Neudorf 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. Travelling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies, or check out an event or a game at Skydive Abel Tasman. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Motueka, Motueka

What's nearby

  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 27 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Mapua Wharf - 27 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 27 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 33 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Village Cafe Motueka - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chokdee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treehouse Yurt retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Treehouse Yurt retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treehouse Yurt retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Treehouse Yurt retreat located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly chalet is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kahurangi National Park, SimPit Technologies and Motueka District Museum. Skydive Abel Tasman is 6 mi (9.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place, great location, loved by the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divya G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Natalie and Stephan were very helpful, right from the check-in to answering any questions we had. The yurt is beautiful and we loved the peace and quiet environment. Very comfortable and relaxing stay. Thankyou 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a spot!
What a lush and wholesome place! A truly magical spot in the bush and the yurt was amazing. A perfect place to relax and recharge with nature ❤️ Thanks for having us we had a lovely stay 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna-Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treehouse Yurt
Lovely, peaceful setting with a big deck between the yurt & cabin kitchen to hang out on. It was just the retreat we were needing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kristy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing spot
Lovely spot. Away from everything, however Motueka is only a short journey away - 15 minutes. I found the drive up the gravel driveway a bit scary at first, however quickly got used to it. Bathroom, kitchen and second bedroom are in a separate building to the Yurt. We travelled with young children. They enjoyed the experience too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corazon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stay to remember
Our 3 days stay (including Christmas) here was quite an experience! The owners have created a space where guests can experience how it is to have some modern conveniences at the same time be environmentally friendly and sustainable. The yurt and the cabin have everything you need, and more, to relax, recharge, and connect with nature. The air quality is A-mazin! Thank you to our amazing hosts for sharing this wonderful space with us…and others!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikita S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and relaxing
Very unique accommodation. Who can say they have stayed in a yhurt before. It is beautiful. Very relaxing place to stay. The kids also really enjoyed it. They didn’t want to leave. Would definitely go back and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

maria g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt Stay
Absolutely beautiful Yurt and facilities. Warm homely feel with the most beautiful view and quiet surroundings. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful accommodation.
Highly recommend. High amongst the trees. Very clean and well equiped. A great change and fantastic accommodation

10/10 Excellent

Rory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievably relaxing getaway
The space is well laid out, very well equipped and has great views. The stars were incredible at night, the facilities far exceeded my expectations. A very happy stay!

10/10 Excellent

Damon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
The yurt experience was definitely a great one! The added deck with valley and ocean view, plus a kitchen , bedroom and bathroom made it feel like total glamping.. Stephan was very friendly too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous spot in the trees
Wonderful week relaxing at this utterly unique property - like glamping in a fantastic remote location without having to do the hard work tramping in there. We loved the views, the bush walk, the bird life, the comfy beds and the experience of living so well off the grid.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer getaway
Great property with all the amenities you need. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Nice and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

van Laren v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tree house review
We really enjoyed our stay in the yurt. There were a couple of little things that weren't ideal - sound travels very strongly within and surrounding the yurt. We could hear the neighbours during the evening (but it was at Christmas time). We also found it got very hot despite opening the doors as soon as we got back from our daily activities. We managed to open one of the yurt windows but this was not enough to bring in some more air. Unfortunately the heat also brought the flies - which was a pain and very annoying as there was nothing to get rid of them (no fly swot or natural repellants). The view was lovely and my children loved the hammock. Being a little older I would have liked something a little softer and supportive to sit on at the end of an active day besides a hammock or wooden bench. The shower is outstanding - excellent pressure and wonderfully hot. The inside beds are very firm.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Someting Different
Staying in a Yurt is different. Not your usual motel room. Big room with wood fire. Great views and privacy up the hill. Natalie very obliging. Missed out on the outdoor bath/shower overlooking the hills and sea through small technical issue with gas hot water heater. Facilities - kitchen and shower very good. Highly recommend and hipe to return.

8/10 Good

Adrienne M.

Charming, private and peaceful accommodation.
This is a beautiful place to stay, totally off the beaten track and the accommodation was everything we hoped for. Secluded, peaceful and owners very helpful and accomodating. We loved everything this bush retreat had theo offer, including the cute weka, bird calls at night, and the unique style of yurt accommodation, also the delicious Nashik pears!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin P.

Amazing property!!
Such a good getaway, awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aude G., Nelson, New Zealand

Such a relaxing spot - Just what we needed to recharge our batteries!
We're just back from spending 3 nights at the Treehouse Yurt Retreat and have had such a wonderful time there! It is so close to Nelson (were we live) and as I am pregnant, the drive to this lovely accommodation was just perfect. The Yurt and Tree House are both really clean and comfortable. So comfortable in fact that we ended up not moving at all for the 3 days we were there. The place was spotless, decorated with taste and equipped with everything you need. The beds were very comfortable. There is also a log burner inside the Yurt for colder nights if you need. The kitchen was very functional and loved that there is a stainless steel gas hob. We didn't need to use the oven but I could imagine that next time we are there, we may bake a few cookies and/or cakes :) The stainless steel sink is also very practical and easy to clean. The bathroom was so relaxing with its large windows opening up on the trees. Good water pressure and temperature. The owners are supplying some eco products for their guests to use. And there is even a washing machine if you need (we didn't need to use it but handy to have if you're staying for longer). The deck area is wonderful! Furnished with taste and so comfortable: from a very large wooden table and benches to comfy loungers and hammock. We loved spending time outside watching the stars, soaking up the view on Motueka and the ocean, listening to the birds (Tui, Kare Kare, Morpork, Fantails, Robins, Weka, so many different bird songs!) The short walk to the Yurt is lovely, between the flax and native bush. The Yurt is not far from the owners home which can be handy if you have questions or need help with anything. Yet, it still felt very private as the accommodation is surrounded with vegetation and we didn't see a soul until the day we left, when we went back to our car. The community up there is so fortunate to live in such a stunning area and we are very grateful that they've decided to open and share a bit of their lifestyle with us through this holiday accommodation. You can definitely see that the owners have been working hard recently to improve this holiday home. We'll definitely be back when we have family visiting from overseas and will recommend it to our close friends too!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

KARIN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and amazing place to stay
Our stay in the yurt was incredibly beautiful! the environment is great, the furnishings were great and best of all: a bathtub with a sea view. We would come back at any time and recommend a stay in the accommodation to everyone. We will always have fond memories of our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Under the Stars
Lovely big Yurt to sleep in with loads of space. Great outdoor space to eat on and fantastic bath beneath the stars. Generally be aware of the steep road up and the walk from the car with cases -- about 70m. This doesn't detract from the property itself which was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing and unique getaway
This is a peaceful and utterly unique, special place. Natalie is such a lovely host, thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

The yurt was a really great space, unfortunatly the yurt wasn't as secluded as expected.
The yurt was a really great space, unfortunatly the yurt wasn't as secluded as expected. It was pretty clean but there was rubbish left from the previous guests and there wasn't enough toilet paper. Enjoyable but wouldn't return
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay!
Beautiful place to stay! Had a lovely, relaxing few days!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Great spot very relaxing.
Great spot very relaxing. Thanks
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Great spot very relaxing.
Great spot very relaxing. Thanks

About the host

Hosted by s meijer

Host profile image
HI There, We are a family of 4, Natalie, Stephan, Chloe and Lotus. We migrated from Holland in 2005 to NZ. We started our Eco village 'Te Manawa' in 2005 and by 2007 we where living permanent on the land. Natalie is a fully qualified Qi Gong master and teacher, Stephan is an architect and Chloe and Lotus are both attending school. We love travelling and have done many times.

Why they chose this property

Our property is very unique and can be seen as a way of living in harmony with the land. The land is previously been logged but the generation process is well under way for over 25 yrs.
The entire property of 150acres is commonly owned by 6 families who all reside her. We look after the land through invasive flora and fauna removal, track building, planting and general upkeep. The land is on steep so called 'Seperation point granite', a highly erosive soil type which can be very problematic due to erosion. The land is totally unsuitable for clearfell logging, but this is still common practice in the district causing huge problems. The way we look after the land might a a very good example of proper land management on these soils. We also have big areas of native bush protected by a covenant (QE2). This means these can't logged. As a result of our pest control you will find many native rare birds on the property. The bird song is very beautiful. We do get visits from native Kea's every now and then. Please don't interact with these very intelligent birds or feed them.

What makes this property unique

Amazing views. Quite space in the bush but close to town. Enjoy the moonrise over the ocean. Prolific birdlife.
Activities onsite Qigong classes and healing onsite as well as bushwalks.
Motueka river in the valley for a great dip or fishing. Mountain biking close by.

Languages:

English, German, Dutch
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