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Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Rough Island Equestrian Park

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Exclusive House | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Point of interest
Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Explore the area

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305 Redwood Road, Mapua, Appleby, Richmond, 7081
  • Rough Island Equestrian Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Richmond Mall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mapua Wharf
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Rabbit Island Huts (With Ensuite and Private Outdoor Bath)

Rabbit Island Huts (With Ensuite and Private Outdoor Bath)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Rabbit Island Huts (with Ensuite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Tempur-Pedic bed
Deep-soaking bath
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Rabbit Island Huts (Shared Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Tempur-Pedic bed
2 bathrooms
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive House

Exclusive House

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Richmond

At Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts, you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Rough Island Equestrian Park and 8.1 km (5 mi) from Greenacres Golf Course. Highlights at this guest house include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and balconies. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Appleby guest house include Richmond Mall and Mapua Wharf.
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What's nearby

  • Rough Island Equestrian Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Greenacres Golf Course - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Richmond Mall - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Mapua Wharf - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 21 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ambrosia Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kimchi & Wasabi - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Guesthouse with free parking, near Rough Island Equestrian Park
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Richmond guest house is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts offers 3 accommodations with washers/dryers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Appleby House
Appleby House Rabbit Island Huts Guesthouse Richmond
Appleby House Rabbit Island Huts Guesthouse
Appleby House Rabbit Island Huts Richmond
Appleby House Rabbit Island Huts
Appleby House & Rabbit Huts
Appleby House Rabbit Island Huts
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts Richmond
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts Guesthouse
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts Guesthouse Richmond

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts on 25 Sept 2025 start from NZ$128.4, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

Yep, Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

The closest beach to Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (9.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

No, Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts?

Furry friends are welcome at Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts, with food and water bowls on offer.

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, loved the outside bath. Early June and it was so tranquil under the stars sitting in a hot bath. Great seeing all the little rabbits.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharyn

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Unit was small but adequate, a bit pricey for what we got. Bread not replaced each day not spreads, TV does not work, internet unreliable. Could do with toilet paper holder, towels should have been replaced every couple of days or at least give us a area to replace ourselves we stayed 6, rubbish needed to be emptied or give us liners to remove ourselves each day.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful property! We rented the one bedroom “hut” with a private bath. The little hut was adorable, very clean and nicely outfitted. The grounds were amazing, with a well stocked shared kitchen, cute little living area, washing machine and open air drying area and lots of rabbits too! Fellow residents were a wonderful bunch and we enjoyed meeting everyone. You can also rent ebikes on site and they gave us an amazing discount on really high quality bikes. There is a trail system connected to the property. A wonderful beach at Rabbit island is a twenty minute ride or a 10 minute drive away. This place would also be an incredible site for a wedding or a corporate retreat. (My understanding is that the main house is rentable too and there are big tents already set up on the property.) We are already plotting a return to our hut!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Stay

Awesome stay. So peaceful. Easy to find off the Route 6 to Motueka from Richmond so perfect if you are driving North West to Nelson and then onto Picton. Rabbit Island beach is at the end of the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely quiet accommodation in rural setting. Lots of facilities and nicely fitted out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and nice place to stay. We had an issue with a window screen in our place that let 100s of gnats in which was disgusting to deal with. Otherwise the place was quiet and scenic. Just a little more rustic than we had wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for what we needed, cute lil place, everything was easy with thoughtful touches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rose

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, very unique . Lovely views, very quiet and peaceful . And great being dog friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

M I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a really cool place really
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous place - stunningly beautiful location, and the huts are designed, built and furbished to an extremely high standard. The sauna with a view, and the outdoor bath (for nighttime stargazing, in our case) were both very special experiences. The shared kitchen.is generously equipped. The little reading caravan is fabulous. We love the whole vibe of this place, and will return if we can.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little cabin in a quiet and wonderfully maintained bit of land. Amazing dark sky view of the Milky Way. A perfect and relaxing stop. We wish we had spent more time there and if we ever make it back to NewZealand we will make a sure we stop over again.

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely well done ended a three week holiday in the South Island. Best night sleep . just loved the whole experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Bryce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small cabin in a big valley surrounded by vineyards. The setup was lovely and we had a great night sleep. You did have to walk to the shared bathrooms which wasn't convenient, but if you want a regular hotel experience then go stay in a regular hotel. The surrounding area was very peaceful, and there were some nice walks and wineries nearby. We found some dead ants in our cabin, but once we cleared those out, we had no other issues
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hutt so beautiful defo come back again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit anxious about the shared facilities when booking - but they are really nice. Went on the river walk and had a great swim. Yoga before breakfast in the sun. Choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really cool huts

Great concept of huts offering unique experience. Sauna and well-equipped kitchen!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, private and out of the way. A lovely place to relax and recharge. Bring your own food and cook in the communal kitchen or lovely restaurants 10 minute drive away. Will definately book a return stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to unwind

Beautiful peaceful setting, comfortable huts. Great amenities with shared kitchen, outdoor bath, and sauna. Had no interaction with hosts during my actual stay but everything was explained in compendium in room. Only issue I experienced was booking it specifically because it was pet friendly only to be told my dog was too big. Had to rework my trip plans, but still a very nice stay and I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute elevated houses with everything you need. Very nice bathroom and showers. Well kept garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023