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Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD

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Private kitchen
bedroom
bathroom
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3430.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Atawhai, Nelson
  • Place, Miyazu Japanese Gardens
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Miyazu Gardens
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Founders Heritage Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD

Mākoha is Maori for Tranquil; which perfectly describes this hidden oasis. It s self-contained and provides beautiful country views in a spacious one-bedroom apartment. Mākoha is located in a quiet residential cul-de-sac but is only 3km from the center of Nelson city. It s the perfect place to relax and have a bbq on the patio after a day out exploring everything the region has to offer.


The space:
Mākoha Place is a cute one bedroom apartment below our own home. It's private and has its own separate entrance. The apartment is warm and has great views of the surrounding farmyard hills. It has a kitchen (fridge/freezer, bench top elements, microwave, jug, toaster, etc) which opens to the lining room (tv, stereo, & sofa that can convert into a bed). There's a spacious bathroom and bedroom (with a queen-size bed). It is furnished with quality furniture and appliances so you will be very comfortable. It has a private patio with outdoor seating and BBQ and resident native birds. A port-a-cot can also be supplied.

Guest access:
You will have the apartment to yourself, as we will set it up for you.
Plenty of parking on a quiet residential cul-de-sac.

Interaction with guests:
Once contacted, I will give you all the specifics of how to confirm your booking and happily answer any questions that you may have about the place.
You'll have my contact information in case of an emergency while here.

Other points to note include:
We do have a cat - which will more than likely pay you a visit.
We also have a dog (lab x spaniel), who lives upstairs with us and in a private secure yard, so he won't bother you at all (but you're welcome to visit Monty if you like!) He's not a barky dog.

As the apartment is on a lower, separate level from our house you may also hear occasional noise - consistent with apartment living.

As we're also parents, in case you're traveling with infants you should also note that the patio does contain many small pebbles, and the patio has a drop of about 1.5m on the downhill side.

Please contact to inquire about discounts for long term stays.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children need supervision
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 135-669-733
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Nelson

Located in Atawhai, a neighbourhood in Nelson, this apartment is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brook Waimarama Sanctuary and Miyazu Gardens, while Founders Heritage Park and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights. Queens Gardens and Flamedaisy Glass Design are also worth visiting.
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Atawhai, Nelson

What's nearby

  • Miyazu Japanese Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Miyazu Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Founders Heritage Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tides - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ruby’s Espresso By The Marina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Suter Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD ?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD on 11 May 2026 start from £56, 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.

How much is parking at Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet self-contained 3 km from Nelson CBD located?

Located in Atawhai, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Miyazu Gardens, Miyazu Japanese Gardens and Founders Heritage Park. Trafalgar Park and Botanical Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay. Would benefit from an air fryer
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer C.

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

Lovely spot to stay just out of Nelson.

A perfect place to return to in the evenings after big days out in Nelson the bed was comfy, good shower pressure. Recommend a vehicle if you are traveling to and from Nelson.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

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

Great location

Property is just as shown in the ad. Very handy to town Good communication with owners but also very quiet and private, especially given its downstairs from where they live
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Quiet location on outskirts of Nelson

We had a very pleasant two week stay. It was a great base for visiting the Nelson region. With a car it was a very quick and easy journey into Nelson City.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nehal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable one bed apartment, clean, kitchen well-equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice Mary C.

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

Peaceful Apartment

Very comfortable, clean, peaceful apartment with all the amenities we needed. Great place to come home to after visiting family and enjoying all that Nelson has to offer. Vanessa was helpful when we had to follow up after leaving something behind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great

Single person attending a course in town. Very convenient and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Desiree S.

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

Overall very good

Overall it was very good, just a few wee things. No expel air in the kitchen. The lounge suite was quite uncomfortable. Also due to the fact that it only had two windows it got very hot so sleeping was hard. A small heatpump/ air conditioner would be awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Vanessa and Mike’s accommodation, Makoha Place. The unit was extremely spacious, large kitchen with a great array of appliances, utensils, and bowls, and a large fridge. The bathroom was large with a good sized shower; a bonus was the laundry sink and washing machine which we used. The accommodation is in the basement of the owners house and looks across to a rural gully, very private. Convenient location very close to Nelson city (around 5 min by car), with a small supermarket and fish and chip shop close by, which we also frequented.We would love to stay at Makoha Place again on our next visit to Nelson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fionna M.

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

Just the right distance from town....

Perfectly placed property in a quiet suburb of Atawhai. We stayed a few days so my daughter could attend a course at the Centre for Fine Woodworking. I managed a couple of walks around the area, both the Saturday and Sunday markets and the Pics peanut butter factory tour. My only feedback to the hosts would be could you please get some sharper knives and update the small cooking pots/lids in the kitchen. Would stay again :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney G.

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

Tidy little apartmentz

It was a good place to stay for us as a base. Was tidy and had an awesome shower. It had good facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Adie P.

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

Nelson stopover

Lovely spot to access all the Nelson region has to offer. Well appointed and all you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Brief Encounter in Nelson

We arrived at Mike and Vanessa's place in the rain. Mike was there to greet us. Everything in the apartment was as described and it was great to have a washing machine. The space was a comfortable size and the kitchen had everything we needed although we ate dinner out most nights. Everything was spotless. We did find the bed to be too soft for us and it would be nice to change it to king size if they were thinking of replacing it in the future. Overall we enjoyed our stay and the neighbourhood was very pleasant.

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