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Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

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Sunset from the Treehouse
Light and space
Main bathroom
Easy drive on access
Master beedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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Waikawa Bay, Waikawa
  • Waikawa Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Picton (PCN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1. Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2. Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3. Bedroom/Bunkroom

3 Single Beds

4. Bedroom/Bunkroom

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1. Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master ensuite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please be aware this property is not fully fenced.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Hard floors or outside only. Not on any furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In consideration of our kind neighbours, no excessive noise is permitted after 10pm please.
Linen and basic cleaning service is provided. However guests are required to leave the home tidy, remove rubbish, do dishes etc.
Pets only with Host approval. Strictly outside or on the hard floors only. No pet is permitted on any indoor or outdoor furniture.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Picton

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Waikawa, a neighbourhood 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waikawa Bay, Waikawa

What's nearby

  • Waikawa Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Picton Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Mabel Island - 12 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Picton Village Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Irish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬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!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Great place for meetup with friends, Beautiful deck area overlooking the bush. Homely and comfortable with everything you need. Quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Absolutely loved staying here and would definitely stay again. Whole house has everything you need for a comfortable stay and is nice and private. Great easy location with lots of walking/ bike tracks around.Favourite part was relaxing on the balcony on the couch with all the lovely sounds of the birds in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waikawa Boating
Great property, good location. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lena D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sinead D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family catch up
Was ideal to catch up with family, house was very well presented and plenty of room, weather was not good, but the pool and soccer tables meant we had plenty to keep us entertained. Along with a good selection of movies. (cue's do need tips, which we tried to buy but the sports shop had sadly closed down)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

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

Hazel K.

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

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf tournament trip
Good house suited us fine
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Thanks for sharing your fantastic home. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful Bach
A beautifully positioned property looking over a lovely reserve. A great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Maree K., Tauranga, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family home
Great house, great location, everything you need, extremely well equipped - our family of 8 had plenty of room and we thoroughly enjoyed our short stay. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Beautiful property, perfect stay, exactly what we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home away from Home
Very happy with everything. Location, house, amenities were all superb. The only down side was wifi , although it connected fine, wouldn’t allow Sky viewing without buffering. Full marks to the owner though who did all that he could to remedy. This is a great place to stray whether it be family or friends. We’ll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic in and out!
We throughly enjoyed our stay- fantastic location within arms reach of native bush. Beautiful view from the lounge and everything readily available to make the stay relaxed and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Belinda J.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and pleasant
Comfortable property. Lovely surroundings. Quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful family retreat
Fantastic place and great value for money. We had the boat in the marina which was only 2 minutes away so nice and handy. Will be booking again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Logan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October 1 week stay family of four.
In general, the property was great, with heaps of room and was very comfortable. The pool table was a hit with our teenagers. There were a few items that were not at the property like the bikes, our children even took their own helmets and planned to use these to explore the area but there were no bikes. Also no freezer in the garage, we had extra ice for our chilly bin that would not fit in the small freezer, a bit frustrating when you have planned for these items to be there. All in all, we had a great stay and would book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tarnea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property, very well equipped and excellent for family groups.
Great to stay in a well priced beautiful home in a lovely setting, warm and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Craig Edwards

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