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Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Saint Arnaud, Tasman
  • Nelson Lakes National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Classic Boat Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Rotoiti
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

Welcome to Kea Retreat, the perfect place to recharge and to explore the beautiful Nelson Lakes region.

Enjoy this fine, simple and well equipped 1 bedroom house situated close to St. Arnaud township, Lake Rotoiti and Rainbow Skifield. Watch the native birds from the large windows of the dining area, spot the Keas stripping the bark off the gumtrees, relax in the sauna or put your feet up on the hugest couch.

A small, but well equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and also a BBQ outside will make you want to cook and enjoy your meals while overlooking the valley or sitting on the sunny deck.

You can enjoy some quality time far away from the hustle and bustle. A few games and puzzles as well as books are available to keep you entertained - but there is no TV.
The Wifi will keep you connected if you need to.

A few important things to note:
- Please bring your own duvet covers, sheets, towels, etc.
- Please clean the place after your stay for the next guests and follow the provided instructions to make the house ready for being without people when you leave.
- Please take all your rubbish and recycling with you.

Property manager

Christine Erdmann

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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    House Rules

    Check in after 2:00 PM
    Check out before 2:00 PM
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    Children

    Adults only
    There is room for a travel cot in the bedroom.
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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
    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

    We should mention

    A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

    About the area

    St. Arnaud

    Located in St. Arnaud, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nelson Lakes National Park and Lake Rotoiti. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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    Saint Arnaud, Tasman

    What's nearby

    • Nelson Lakes National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
    • Classic Boat Museum - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
    • Lake Rotoiti - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
    • Gordon's Knob - 30 min drive - 32.5 km
    • Wairau River - 31 min drive - 16.9 km

    Getting around

    • Nelson (NSN) - 88 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪St Arnaud Alpine Village Store - ‬7 min drive
    • ‪The Clinker Cafe - ‬8 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway?

    Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway?

    Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

    Where is Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway located?

    Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Nelson Lakes National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Classic Boat Museum and Lake Rotoiti. Wairau River is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) away.

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

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    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    9.8/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    9.6/10

    Location

    9.8/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Edel W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Fabulous views. Lovely property
    Nice to be away from the holiday crowds.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Aaron T.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Kaka Retreat
    Very clean and tidy property, warm and cozy
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Daryn C.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great stay over Christmas
    Loved this little Bach, had everything we needed. Would book again next time we are up that way.
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Rob L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great spot
    Great spot after a day skiing up Rainbow.
    Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Katherine C.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Home away from home
    Great place to recharge. We love coming and staying. Love the fire 🔥 love the area. We will be regulars now. This was our second stay at the Kea Retreat.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

    8/10 Good

    Mairi S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Very peaceful
    A lovely peaceful setting to stay.
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Phil O.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Kea Retreat
    Lovely place to stay, a little out of town but within 3-5 minutes drive. Recommended.
    Stayed 1 night in May 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Ross M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Perfect getaway
    Was a great spot for a quick getaway. Quiet location and a short drive to various points of interest, Communications were friendly, efficient and prompt. Will stay again....
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Frances C.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Perfect peaceful retreat
    We loved our stay, the property was very well thought out and had everything we needed for a few days peace and quiet. Great to be so close to beautiful Lake Rotoiti in St Arnaud. Check in etc was all very easy.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jill H.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Comfortable home in beautiful setting
    A comfortable, well equipped home in a beautiful, private setting. The sun-rise was stunning as was listening to the owl at night. Would highly recommend for a peaceful getaway.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Tony F.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great wee bach!
    Loved this place when I needed a couple of days away from the daily grind. Clean and comfortable.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mike R.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great spot
    We had a great stay at Kea retreat. It has a great kitchen and lounge. We took lots of food as there is no market in St Arnard and enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. We took lots of firewood and were very cozy and warm. Well recommended as a place to stay
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Lara B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Relaxing and amazing place.
    Sauna was a welcomed addition after a day hiking. Great location. Birdsong in the morning made life slow down and time more enjoyable. Amazing retreat … thank yli
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jim H.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Nice quiet
    Nice quiet
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mamee

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Peaceful and soul nourishing
    While the keas were in retreat when we visited, this small slice of paradise made for a beautiful restful escape after a frenetic 18 months. The area is beautiful, dawn from the windows as the birds awake is fulfilling and the house is warm and has everything you need, including a good 4G oneNZ signal throughout. Is a magical space for a get away! Thoroughly recommend!
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    shayla m.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Serendipity
    Absolutely amazing retreat so relaxing saunas amazing great environment amazing views my partner and I look forward to coming back again often Thank you heaps
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Chris H., Newcastle Uk

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Absolutely Beautiful Accommodation
    Other reviews said this cottage was better than expected and it is absolutely unbelievable how wonderful it is. The setting is perfect with beautiful views and the house itself is delightful, kitchen equipped superbly and a cooker I now desire in my own home. Bedroom, quiet and tastefully decorated. Excellent shower. I sat on the huge sofa every evening with my aperitif and just gazed out of the picture windows. I loved the reading materials and read through most. We spent seven days and loved every minute. We did excellent hikes and swam in the lake Rotoiti every day. I love this place.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

    8/10 Good

    Robyn M.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Get away
    It was a quirky place. Very peaceful. Bed very hard not comfortable. Outside grounds overgrown shame as you could see it was once tidy. We did enjoy our stay apart from these couple of things Loved the stove and the view
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Andrew H.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    A great find
    The house has a more old-school "cabin in the mountains" feel, with the "glass-walls" feeling of the elevated dining extension in particular giving a real "living at the tree tops" feel. There's a great view down the valley and across to pine-clad mountains; it's only a few minutes drive from St Arnaud and Lake Rotoiti, just over an hour back down the road to Marlborough/Blenheim, and right in the middle of the very many things there are to do in Nelson Lakes. A really great "head space" location; lots of trees, various native birds, quiet and private; ideal, really.
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Janet H.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Kea Retreat
    I loved the place, but I didn’t like that Bookabach failed to respond to my booking problem - that I found too late that by mistake I’d ended up with two places for the same dates. I prefer to deal directly with the owners in future and not use the company.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

    8/10 Good

    Angela Z.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Tiki tour
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    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Leanne K.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Perfect escape
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Amy R.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

    8/10 Good

    Ian M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Beautiful restful place to stay. A bit out of town
    Great
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Sheila B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    A lovely, relaxing place to stay
    Kea Retreat is beautifully set out for relaxation with all amenities you could need, including a sauna.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

    About the host

    Hosted by Christine Erdmann

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    Languages:

    English, German
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