Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing. - Okiwi Bay

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Beach view

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Okiwi Bay

Penzance Bay37 min drive
Duncan Bay51 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)72 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal89 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing.

Okiwi Bay is a peaceful seaside settlement situated just over one hour from Nelson or Blenheim. A fabulous spot with a friendly atmosphere for family and friends. Renowned for its access to excellent fishing in the Marlborough Sounds. From the porch at Catseye you can check out the tides and the boats as they head to the ramp which is 2 minutes drive away.

Catseye sleeps 8 comfortably, with two queen bedrooms and another bedroom with four single beds. It has a bathroom with a shower and a separate toilet. The house has a bright open plan living area with a large table for meals and a log burning fire with plenty of firewood. It is well equipped for family groups and/or friends with comfortable beds, modern appliances, plenty of fridge and freezer space and a washing machine. The living area is open plan with access through 2 sliding double doors to the porch with seating and views to the sea.

There is plenty of off street parking for cars and boats and a wash down area, with a stainless steel fish filleting cleaning area with running water.

Okiwi Bay is well serviced with recycling, petrol and a shop for extra food and fishing supplies. Enquires start at $150.00 a night, please contact Sally Jane on 021 261 3526 or sallysage@yahoo.com.

Property manager

Sally Jane Smith

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Beach view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 22 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

2 mid sized dogs, outside only. Please clean up.

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

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

About the area

Okiwi Bay

Located in Okiwi Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penzance Bay and Duncan Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.

Okiwi Bay

What's nearby

Penzance Bay - 37 min drive
Duncan Bay - 51 min drive
Nelson Hospital - 70 min drive
Picton Harbour - 88 min drive
Picton Ferry Terminal - 89 min drive

Getting around

Picton (PCN) - 85 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Catseye - Perfect base for Fantastic Fishing. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 13.7 mi (22 km) from Penzance Bay and within 32 miles (52 km) of Duncan Bay and Pelorus Sound. Pelorus Eco Adventures is 31.5 mi (50.7 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

danette o.

3 Mar 2024

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

Great spot for fishing

Had a lovely stay fishing in the area. Nice wee bach, everything we needed, excellent host.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rosie M.

21 Feb 2024

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

Holiday in the bay

The house was homely, roomy and the beds we so comfortable. It was very clean up to my high expectations.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

3 Nov 2023

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

Perfect location

Fabulous spot. Great house. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

16 Jul 2023

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

Close to home getaway

Great spot. Comfortable beds and nice bathroom/toilet. Fire A++

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John M.

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Okiwi bay break

fishing was fantastic weather was ok had to get out early because of heavy rain warning

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sally Jane Smith

Hi my name is Sally and with my partner we head down to Okiwi Bay as often as possible. I am a school teacher who is Head of Art and Design at Nga Tawa in Marton. Based in Whanganui with a large garden, Catseye gives us the chance to catch a whole lot of fish and touch base with family and friends in the holidays. Fishing in the ocean or rowing round in my tinny, catching up with the locals or walking the beach front there is as little or as much you want to do in Okiwi Bay.

Why they chose this property

I am from Marlborough and have always wanted a place 'Down the Sounds' like we enjoyed when we were kids, with lots of bush to explore, fish to catch and a bay to swim in. Okiwi Bay is all that and more with fishing like we remember in the good old days the hook hardly hits the bottom and they are biting. Safe enough for the kids to go on adventures without getting into strife and a community that embraces it all. Welcome to our piece of paradise.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with Catseye because it is excellent all year round. On a summers day the sliding doors are open, the sun shines in and with open plan living it is easy to keep an eye on the whole family. Two minutes down to the beach for a swim and play in the children's area down the road. In winter with the fire roaring the whole house is cozy and big enough for eight. Any time of the year there is room for the boats, vehicle's and all that fishing gear - Perfect.

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