Our 1900’s recently relocated farm cottage is ideal for people wanting to escape. Off the beaten track up the Northbank valley, fully solar powered, water from freshwater spring, no cell phone service. The setting is peaceful, secluded and you can sit back and view the sun rises & sun sets. The Wairau River is 5 min walk away, and we are located near national parks, and a hour from town from Blenheim
Property manager
Anna
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
North Bank
Located in North Bank, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. While the natural beauty of Wairau River and Mount Richmond can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Fossil Ridge Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
North Bank, Marlborough
What's nearby
Wairau River - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
Mount Richmond - 27 min drive - 13.6 km
Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 82 min drive - 49.0 km
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 88 min drive - 58.1 km
Seresin - 90 min drive - 48.4 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 158 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Off the grid and beaten track pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Off the grid and beaten track?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Off the grid and beaten track?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Off the grid and beaten track located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Wairau River and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Mount Richmond. Nautilus Estate and No.1 Family Estate are also within 32 miles (52 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Lovely comfortable warm home. Welcoming touch of fresh eggs and milk. Felt at home being on the farm. Enjoyed the company of horses nearby with a 5 minute walk to the Wairau river. Lots of close walks nearby. A hidden treasure. Love to come back.
If you want a break away from everything, this is the place. Simple, peaceful, time and space. Take everything with you and you won't need to stress over shops, traffic, people! We had the most restful time here and I decorated the house with large bunches of wild flowers. On cold days the log burner was great and we collected kindling from nearby. Friendly horses and Kuni pigs with their babies were so gorgeous! Comfy beds and great shower. Will definitely come to stay again.
My husband and I stayed for two nights at the end of our holiday picking it because of proximity to the interislander in Picton.
We loved the old quirkiness of the house, the absolute peace and quiet (apart from the rooster at 5am) and the horses dogs and pigs that shared our weekend.
Very quiet and relaxing place, friendly owner, lots of animals. Not a big farm, but access to the riverbed and nearby walking tracks. This would be great with kids or just to unwind.
We had a very good stay at the house, Anna was lovely the location and house are lovely too, perfect to disconnect from the world and connect with nature