Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Check out the area

Linkwater, Marlborough

Okiwa Bay5 min drive
Picton Harbour28 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal28 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Modern and comfortable three bedroom cottage with all amenities. Open plan living and car port plus outside BBQ. The pictures speak louder than words. large mature trees and gardens with a fruit and nut Orchard.

All the comforts of home in a rural setting yet only 500 metres from the local store and petrol station. The Queen Charlotte Tavern is also available if you don't feel like cooking or the fishing wasn't really that good !! Wake to birdsong and plan your day....bring your boat or kayak if you have one and park it in your own driveway.

The slightly elevated site has water views over the Mahakipawa Arm of The Pelorus Sound but it is also within easy reach [8mins] of the Grove arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. The location is strategic to both Sounds but also within easy reach of the vineyards of Marlborough for a Cellar Door tasting or lunch. Proximity to Picton also makes it possible for a day trip to the Capital via the Tory Channel. The local town of Blenheim has all the usual retail outlets and even a theatre.

Havelock is the nearest small town with numerous coffee shops and cafes plus a large modern marina where you can launch your boat at any stage of the tide, why not take a trip on the Pelorus Sound mailboat? The house is also well situated for a visit by boat to the several lodges sited by the waters edge of both Sounds....some only accessible by water.

There are two houses on the property, one occupied by the owner who lives most of the summer at the property in the event you should need assistance. The cottage is situated on half an acre so there is a lot of space for everyone and your privacy will be respected at all times.

Property manager

John

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Steep stair for children or mobility challenged

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Linkwater

Located in Linkwater, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre and Picton Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary. Pelorus Eco Adventures and Waitohi Recreational Reserve are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Linkwater, Marlborough

What's nearby

Mahakipawa Arm - 3 min walk
Okiwa Bay - 5 min drive
Picton Harbour - 28 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal - 28 min drive
Kenepuru Sounds - 34 min drive

Getting around

Picton (PCN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

Slip Inn - 15 min drive
Captains Daughter - 14 min drive
The Mussel Pot - 13 min drive
Mills Bay Mussels - 14 min drive
Sneaky Beach Cafe - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis located?

Located in the heart of Linkwater, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Mahakipawa Arm and within 9 miles (15 km) of Okiwa Bay and Pelorus Eco Adventures. Pelorus Sound and Kenepuru Sounds are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

6 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Linkwater

We had a lovely stay here close to Picton, Nelson and Blenheim. A beautiful area and a lovely little cottage. Comfortable beds, lounges and dining table. None of the following comments are complaints but it might be helpful to be aware the internet is patchy, the stairs are unusual and steep, the upstairs bedrooms are not fully enclosed and can get warm, the bathroom has doors to both the main bedroom and the living area which requires a system for privacy and there are sand flies. We enjoyed the local pub, eating mussels at Havelock and our favourite restaurant in the ones we visited in the whole of New Zealand was 'The Fancy Cow'.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN H.

3 Feb 2023

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

Thanks John for a pleasant stay nice quiet environ and the house had everything we needed

Great

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Geoff B.

2 Apr 2024

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

Easter 2024

Great place, warm cosy house.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

21 Mar 2024

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

Perfect spot

A perfect location to enjoy the Sounds. Easy access to Havelock and Anikiwa Boat ramps. Plenty of fish, perfect weather and the perfect base.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sibylle K.

8 Feb 2024

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

Nice and well equipped large house in a beautiful garden and surroundings

We spent 5 nights in the house and enjoyed our stay tremendously. The house is perfect for a family of up to 6 people, the garden is beautiful, we had all our meals outside, it was quiet, not noise from the street. I would always come back. Perfect location for hiking, biking and boat excursions. John was a perfect host, answered all our questions before we arrived.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024