10/10 Excellent
malcolm r.
29 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay in beautiful location
malcolm r.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Modern bach in Kenepuru Sound
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Portage, Marlborough District
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Picton Harbour
- Kenepuru Sounds18 min drive
- Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)98 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Lower level bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Lower level bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed
Main level bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Main level bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Main level bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Second bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Modern bach in Kenepuru Sound
*** Please note: The owners are currently travelling overseas and may be slow to respond. Please make an ENQUIRY that we can respond to, rather than a BOOKING REQUEST. A Booking Request may well expire before we see your request, while an ENQUIRY gives us longer to respond to you. Thank you for your patience. ***
A modern bach on two levels with magnificent views. There's drive-on access to the property with off-road parking for two vehicles, and a walking track down through native bush to the jetty. Additional vehicles and boat trailers can be parked by the roadside. The property has two moorings and dinghies and kayaks for use.
The house has a bluetooth stereo, magazines, games in a cupboard, a TV monitor for watching movies you bring with you, and gets a clear signal for 2degrees, One and Spark mobiles. But there’s deliberately no TV aerial or satellite dish. If you’re looking for more to do, it’s only 3km to the bar, restaurant and boat ramp at the nearby Portage Hotel, or 7km for coffee at Te Mahia or Mistletoe Bay.
Note that this is a family holiday home that's rented occasionally to contribute to the running costs. It is not a permanent rental, and needs to be looked after by guests. Under Marlborough District Council Sounds Resource Management Plans the house is limited to a maximum of 5 Paying guests.
Special conditions:
Prices are for 4 people, with extra people $10 each. Two night minimum stay.
We live too far away to service the house, so linen cannot be supplied and guests must clean the house when departing. Neighbours unlock and open the house for guests.
Ask us about our moorings if you wish to use them.
And please note that our house is no smoking, and no dogs or other pets.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave, and bring your own linen (sheets/pillowcases/towels/bathmats/tea towels).
A modern bach on two levels with magnificent views. There's drive-on access to the property with off-road parking for two vehicles, and a walking track down through native bush to the jetty. Additional vehicles and boat trailers can be parked by the roadside. The property has two moorings and dinghies and kayaks for use.
The house has a bluetooth stereo, magazines, games in a cupboard, a TV monitor for watching movies you bring with you, and gets a clear signal for 2degrees, One and Spark mobiles. But there’s deliberately no TV aerial or satellite dish. If you’re looking for more to do, it’s only 3km to the bar, restaurant and boat ramp at the nearby Portage Hotel, or 7km for coffee at Te Mahia or Mistletoe Bay.
Note that this is a family holiday home that's rented occasionally to contribute to the running costs. It is not a permanent rental, and needs to be looked after by guests. Under Marlborough District Council Sounds Resource Management Plans the house is limited to a maximum of 5 Paying guests.
Special conditions:
Prices are for 4 people, with extra people $10 each. Two night minimum stay.
We live too far away to service the house, so linen cannot be supplied and guests must clean the house when departing. Neighbours unlock and open the house for guests.
Ask us about our moorings if you wish to use them.
And please note that our house is no smoking, and no dogs or other pets.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave, and bring your own linen (sheets/pillowcases/towels/bathmats/tea towels).
Property manager
Geof Franks
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Portage
Portage is home to this holiday home. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Portage, Marlborough District
What's nearby
- Kenepuru Sounds - 18 min drive - 9.0 km
- Okiwa Bay - 57 min drive - 31.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jolly Roger Bar & Cafe - 83 min drive
- Pier Cafe - 79 min drive
- The Snapper Cafe - 5 min walk
- Raetihi Lodge - 102 min drive
- Spinnaker Restaurant - 82 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views
Sarah M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon M.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful. Would love to go back!!
Sharon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shanna C.
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Shanna C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Simon T.
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of paradise
Simon T.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
anne s.
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
anne s.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynnè Ensor L.
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portage bach
Lynnè Ensor L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
debbie s.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to recharge 😀
debbie s.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
sakara O.
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure bliss
sakara O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cora T., Lyttelton
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Cora T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Useful D.
27 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique
Useful D.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nic B.
12 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot
Nic B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hanneke C.
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely haven in the Sounds.
Hanneke C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unwind
Michelle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lucia G.
14 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to relax & unwind
Lucia G.
10/10 Excellent
Robert T.
26 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in kenepuru
Robert T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Allana B.
23 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away from the hustle & bustle
Allana B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
keith w.
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guys week away
keith w.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maire B.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious accommodation
Maire B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annette G.
3 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Annette G.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Doreen S.
3 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Paradise"
Doreen S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
June R.
14 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, Peaceful Bach
June R.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret D.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Margaret D.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Hanne H.
16 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful&beautiful
Hanne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Abraham T.
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great out of the way bach with amazing views
Abraham T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Geof Franks
*** Please note: The owners are currently travelling overseas and may be slow to respond. Please make an ENQUIRY that we can respond to, rather than a BOOKING REQUEST. A Booking Request may well expire before we see your request, while an ENQUIRY gives us longer to respond to you. Thank you for your patience. ***
What makes this property unique
2 minute walk to jetty and water
Languages:
English
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