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Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound

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A balcony with a view of a lake, mountains, and greenery.
A person standing on a beach with a vehicle and a campfire.
Kitchen
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area, and a living room with a leather sofa.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a black stove, and a television on a stand.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Waitaria Bay, Marlborough
  • Place, Pelorus Sound
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenepuru Sounds
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Picton (PCN)
    ‪178 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waitaria Bay

This vacation home places you 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Pelorus Sound. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Pelorus Sound - 21 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 26 min drive - 8.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Boatshed Café & Bar - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Te Mahia Coffee Shop - ‬72 min drive
  • ‪Punga Fern Restaurant - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪The Snapper Cafe - ‬57 min drive
  • Lochmara

About this property

Entire place

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

Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound

Come and enjoy peace and tranquility with the sounds of native bird song, Enjoy local fishing for snapper of the rocks, or out in the boat in either Kenepuru or the outer sounds, lots of boat launching options available. Put out the set net for flounder during the season or spearfish our local beaches within walking distance. We have a private beach with fine gravel and sand mix good for swimming and cooking marshmallows by the fire. We have 85 acres of regenerative native busk with walking tracks to the top of our boundary providing majestic views of the surrounding sounds. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets while sitting on our front deck enjoying your favourite beverage. Ponga cove resort is a 25 minute drive for excellent fine dining and provides lots activities for guests and access to the queen Charlotte track. Portage resort is 30 min drive or 8 minutes by boat from the Waitaria Bay jetty. 20 min drive will land you in Clova Bay for good boat access to the outer sounds. 4G cellular
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Waitaria Bay, close to Kenepuru Sounds, Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre, and Lochmara Lodge.

Is parking available on site at Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Picton (PCN), which is about 13.3 mi away. Another top airport is Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is around 25.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound?

Yes, every house at Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound comes with a balcony and some offer ocean and mountain views.

Modern 3 bedroom bach in Kenepuru Sound Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very relaxing and well needed holiday, the house was lovely and spacious with beautiful views. The lawns and outdoor area was great for the kids to play and felt safe doing so.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

great time awesome little get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 nights of tranquility

The house is perfect, has everything you need, stunning views and we enjoyed hiking up the summit. Having the private beach to ourselves was awesome. A lovely place to spend time as a family and away from civilisation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spot in the sounds

Stunning location on kenepuru sound. Short walk to the property's private beach and a great walking track on the property itself. Spacious and modern with all the comforts of home. Thanks so much for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay in the sounds

We had a wonderful stay in the sounds. Jason and Cheryl were great with communicating and accommodating our needs. Their home was spacious, warm and clean and there were plenty of nearby activities to keep us busy, such as fishing, hiking and canoeing. We would love to stay again and bring our boat on the next trip. Many thanks, Courtney & James
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026