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🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿

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On the beach, sun-loungers
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Moetapu Bay, Marlborough
  • Okiwa Bay
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the area

Moetapu Bay

A family-friendly stay in Moetapu Bay awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 15.5 km (9.6 mi) from Okiwa Bay and 18.2 km (11.3 mi) from Kenepuru Sounds. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a games room and barbecues. .In proximity to this Moetapu Bay holiday home you'll find Picton Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Okiwa Bay - 27 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 38 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Pelorus Eco Adventures - 39 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 49 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Picton Harbour - 50 min drive - 31.9 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mussel Pot - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Mills Bay Mussels - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Sneaky Beach Cafe - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Queen Charlotte Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Daughter - ‬38 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿

Nestled within beautiful NZ native bush, this 1 bedroom cottage is a perfect couples retreat to relax, swim and listen to a soundtrack of native Tui's, Bellbird's and lapping waves. And all this peaceful seclusion with road access.

You are immediately drawn to the picture perfect north facing 180' views of the Pelorus Sounds, and to top it off it comes complete with its own private beach and jetty. What more can you want.

The home features two levels, on the ground floor you will find, 3 double bedrooms, 1 bunk room, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining and living room, and a large north facing deck with 8 seater outdoor dining table and outdoor lounge furniture (fully fenced and suitable for children). Upstairs you have a games room where the young and young at heart will be occupied for hours with the ping pong and foozeball tables, board games, books and puzzles.

No matter the kind of holiday you are looking for, this place has something for everyone.

☕wake to sunrises over the sounds
📖Relax on the deck with a book.
🥂Watch the sunset with a glass of wine.
🔥 enjoy the fire on a cold night
💖Wind down in the spa.
🌠Star gazing
🦅 Bird watching
🏊‍♂️Spend the day swimming in the sounds from your private beach
🚤Bring your boat and hook up to the private mooring
🎣Go fishing off the private jetty
🛶kayaking
🚣‍♀️kayak out to the sandbar at low tide and collect cockles
🦪Eat oysters off the rocks
⛵watch the boats come and go
🏓 ping pong tournaments
🎲games
🧩puzzles
🚴‍♀️ bike riding
🦀 crab hunting in the rock pools
🌳 bush walks.
✔all without leaving the property!

Its just a short 2 min bush walk down to your very own private beach and jetty where you will find 2 double kayaks and a canoe so you can explore the sounds, there is a selection of life jackets in the boat shed for you.
If walks are more your thing, there is a steep 3hr return, 8.5km hike up Mt Cawte if you want to check out the views, and a great spot to experience the sunrise, you will find the entrance right opposite our drive way. Or take a more leisurely stroll down the road to check out the neighborhood.

If you are looking for total privacy, stunning views, native birdsong, great outdoor living, a spa, a bush path (with glow worms at night) leading to your very own private beach, a mooring and a private jetty - look no further.

Summary;
The cost is $250 per night for the 1st 2 people then an additional $42pp per night + bookabatch fees
This includes:
🌿3 double Bedrooms, all with views
🌿1 bunk room
🌿Sleeps 8
🌿2 Bathrooms
🌿Free Wifi
🌿Linen included
🌿Salt water spa
🌿Private beach
🌿A floating Jetty
🌿A 1.5 tone mooring registered for a 7.2 meter boat.
🌿A large outdoor deck that allows for outdoor relaxing and entertaining and a breathtaking view of the sounds.
🌿Off road parking for cars and a boat trailer across the top of one of two entrances to the property.
🌿The upstairs games rooms contains a table tennis table and foosball table.
🌿Books, Games and puzzles for hours of entertainment
🌿2 x Kayaks, canoe and lifejackets, all available.
🌿3 hr return Hike up Mt Cawte track, entrance to track opposite drive way
🌿20 minute drive to Linkwater
🌿40 minute drive to the cafes and restaurants of Havelock
🌿15 minutes via boat to Havelock
🌿50 minute drive to Picton
🌿1 hour drive to Blenheim

🚫No smoking
🚫No pets, need to protect our bird life sorry

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Please remove your rubbish when you leave

But most importantly relax and rejuvenate with the perfect holiday.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

The closest beach to 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 is Pipi Beach (17.9 km).

Does 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿.

Is 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a BBQ, as well as children's books and travel cots, it's no surprise that 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

No, 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 🌿 Birdsong Hideaway 🌿?

No, pets are not allowed.