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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2495 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Brooklyn, Tasman
  • Place, Kahurangi National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Motueka District Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Brooklyn

This cottage is located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Kahurangi National Park and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Motueka District Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Kahurangi National Park - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Motueka District Museum - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • SimPit Technologies - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino’s Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Motueka - ‬13 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.

Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway

Treat yourself to one of the best views in Motueka in the self-catering luxury accomodation, Awatea Cottage. Looking out over the Motueka River, surrounding orchards, vineyards and Tasman Bay, Nelson and Richmond mountain ranges from the peace and quiet of your sun-soaked deck.

This charming cottage is a luxurious and private three room (one bedroom) building. You will be delighted by the quiet and careful attention to detail that welcome you here at the doorstep for Abel Tasman National Park.
Other things to note
The Cottage sits at the top of a steep sealed driveway making the access unsuitable for most campervans or other large/heavy vehicles.

We have free range chickens, a cat and a dog on the property.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, an electric kettle, and an ironing board. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 495 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
There is nothing you need to do at check out. Simply turn off the lights and leave the key on the table. We will take care of everything else.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Brooklyn, close to Little Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri Beach, and Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park. Kahurangi National Park is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

Is there parking available at Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway ?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a fireplace and a smart TV in each cottage, and some feature ocean view.

Does Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Nelson (NSN), which is about 19.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway ?

Yes, every cottage at Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10. Steph and Mark are lovely, thoughtful hosts, and the cottage is a dream. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular!!

My husband and I loved this accommodation!!! Perfect morning coffee and evening wine views. Great close location to Abel Tasman and beaches. Steph provided everything one could possibly need in an absolutely gorgeous cottage. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage was better than described, luxurious and provided everything you could ask for in a holiday rental. Great view, welcoming hosts. There was fresh milk and eggs in the fridge and a bunch of other useful stuff. We used the cling film and a plastic bag from the drawer to pack lunch for a trip on the aqua ferry which we also thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing place to stay with a wonderful host

We had spent almost a week up in Abel Tasman Park at Awaroa so had been busy hiking, swimming and watching the tides. After all the running about, boat trip up and back this was a super relaxing stop for a couple of days. The view out over the river to the sea and distant mountains is fantastic and we woke up to a brilliant red sunrise. We did laundry and fed some of my breakfast croissant crumbs to the chickens. Its was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024