Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

House in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

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.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

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Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

$$$$

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

House in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

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!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Lovely place to stay, a little out of town but within 3-5 minutes drive. Recommended.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

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....

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

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

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Loved this place when I needed a couple of days away from the daily grind. Clean and comfortable.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

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

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

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

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Nice quiet

4.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

A lovely peaceful setting to stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

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.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Loved this little Bach, had everything we needed. Would book again next time we are up that way.

4.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Great

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Kea Retreat is beautifully set out for relaxation with all amenities you could need, including a sauna.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

A great place in the bush 5 mins from St Arnaud, a great place to get away from it all

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful view, quiet surrounding in the middle of nature, clean and lovely house. We will be there again! Thank you, vielen Dank and Merci! E&M

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

This property was just perfect for a romantic get away. We even woke up to snow on our final day. It was warm and cosy and the kitchen was fabulous

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

nice quiet place to stay

nice quiet place to stay

We really enjoyed our time here. It is a very peaceful neighbourhood. The view from the lounge was spectacular. The house has a nice homely feel to it so it is easy to settle in and feel at home and relax.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Great spot

Great spot

Great spot after a day skiing up Rainbow.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Perfect spot

Perfect spot

House had everything we needed and is in a magic spot. Plenty of space to chill out, chickpeas in the kitchen (lots of staples you can use for koha), very comfortable bed, warm with heat pump and awesome log burner.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Very nice place tucked in the woods

Very nice place tucked in the woods

We've stayed here once before. We thoroughly enjoyed it both times we've been here. The place has everything you'd need to live comfortably. We really like the layout of the place and the location near St Arnaud. We would definitely recommend it to others who like to have their own self-sufficient place. And we definitely will stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

Beautiful well-equipped spot

Beautiful well-equipped spot

This house is a dream vacation getaway with countless thoughtful touches. Very well-equipped space, especially the full kitchen. The location was great and we loved the sunrise view down the valley. We met the hosts and they were extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend and we would love to come back.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

A peaceful stay with beautiful views

A peaceful stay with beautiful views

A well maintained, clean and tidy property. Surrounded by trees with wonderful birdlife, and an amazing view towards the east. Spacious layout, and we particularly loved the dinner table buildout. It had all the facilities/amenities we needed (great shower!), clear instructions for arrival and departure, only 5-10min drive from Lake Rotoiti. It was the perfect bach for a relaxed stay with access to great tracks!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

Good views

Good views

Beautiful views from living and dining. Photos on website don't do it justice.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2021

Cute & Cosy Cottage

Cute & Cosy Cottage

What a terrific place to stay for an awesome getaway surrounded by native bush and a spectacular view. The cottage has everything you need - fireplace, heat pump, BBQ, sunny decks, outdoor fire pit, sauna, projector, movie screen, birdsong, funky couch, comfy bed, and a whole lot more. Christine was excellent to deal with, and the property is very close to St Arnard & Nelson Lakes. We loved our stay over Christmas and will certainly return.

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Relaxing & very peaceful

Relaxing & very peaceful

An enjoyable stay with everything we required. Thank you sooo much.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyable stay

Great peaceful little haven amongst the trees.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Kea Retreat, fabulous

Kea Retreat, fabulous

Excellent place to chill out and relax, great facilities and a nice designer vibe

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Highly recommend!

Highly recommend!

The house is bigger than the pictures and well maintained. It was warm and nicely decorated. Check in and out process was easy and straightforward. They have a projector, but you need to bring your own laptop to use it. Definitely coming back!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

A great place to relax and just be.

A great place to relax and just be.

This property is everything plus more. The thoughtfulness that has gone into making it a comfortable, welcoming stay is obvious as soon as you arrive. Location is fantastic.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Wonderful property

Wonderful property

Excellent location, very warm house with heat pumps, heaters galore and log burner. Everything you need for a relaxing stay. Super comfy bed and overall vibe of house.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Cozy spot

Cozy spot

An awesome spot, we stayed here in the snow with the fire going and it was fantastic. Great views, short drive to the village.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage

Enjoyed my stay at this beautiful cottage. It was warm and had everything needed including hot water bottles.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful place, we will be back!

Beautiful place, we will be back!

Thanks so much, we had such a beautiful stay. We would love to return sometime soon!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful spot!

Beautiful spot!

A lovely, cosy little home with all the home comforts and spectacular views down the valley. We loved staying here and hope we can come back again in the summer!!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2021

Great place for a wee break.

Great place for a wee break.

Magic little cottage for a peaceful weekend. Amazing sunrises with the light sparkling off the river way down the valley, just beautiful.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand?

The average price for a rental in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand is $146 per night. This rental is $90 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

House in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway

House in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tasman District, Tasman, New Zealand?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Kea Retreat - Peaceful Getaway?

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