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Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson

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A covered porch with a view of the ocean.
A spacious living area with light blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background with wooden cabinets and a hanging light fixture.
A golf course with a flagstick, surrounded by trees and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window.
A two-story house with a porch, a wooden front door, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ruby Bay, Mapua, Tasman
  • Place, Kina Peninsula
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tasman Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Mapua Wharf
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Mapua

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ruby Bay, a neighbourhood in Mapua. Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Richmond Mall and Nelson Market. SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Ruby Bay, Mapua, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Kina Peninsula - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mahana Estates - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Tasman Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mapua Wharf - 14 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Neudorf - 14 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jellyfish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Golden Bear Brewing - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson on 26 Oct 2026 start from £2,557, 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 Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront luxury in Ruby Bay - 30 mins to Nelson located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ruby Bay holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Mapua Wharf and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Grossi Point Reserve. Tasman Golf Club and Kina Peninsula are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

blissful Christmas

lovely property in stunning setting, hosts were awesome and we had a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
It was a pleasure to have you stay and you are welcome back anytime. X
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay in Ruby Beach

I highly recommend Beachfront Luxury in Ruby Bay. Our stay lasted more than two weeks and we made great use of the house amenities. The kitchen is well-stocked with equipment, pots/pans, and spices. Karen and John are excellent hosts. They allowed us to pick fresh vegetables and fruit from their garden. The location is quiet, but still provided easy access to the national parks, Māpua, Motueka, and Nelson. Beach access is just a few steps away and we were able to kayak around Ruby Bay right from the property. We sat out on the covered back porch most days to take in the view and regularly walked the beach at low tide. Everything in the house worked as expected and we did not want for anything.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2025
Thank you for your beautiful words and we you were the best guests ever. We loved the way you treated and respected our home as if it were your own.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect!

We loved our stay at the Hamptons, Ruby Bay. The house is gorgeous - and had everything we needed. It is away from the crowds but close enough to everywhere we wanted to go. The location is a 25 minute walk from Mapua, and a 40 minute drive from Kaiteriteri. Shopping in Motueka is about 15 mins away. Great communication from the owners. Altogether a perfect holiday away. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning house beachfront at Ruby Bay

Fabulous & pristine house located right on Ruby Bay beach. Relax to the sound of the waves day and night, enjoy the beautiful view from the decks, walk the pebbly beach, enjoy an array of local eateries, and a short drive from lots of local sights and golden sand beaches. A definite recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2021
It was an absolute pleasure to host Jenni and her family. They were fantastic guests and we would welcome them back anytime and not hesitate to recommend them to other hosts. We hope your holiday in Ruby Bay was really special. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house, well set up and more than met our needs for our group of 6 adults

Easy to deal with Karen through the booking process and also prior to arrival. Nothing was an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2020
Thank you Joy, it was a pleasure to have you to stay and when I returned to the house - I could hardly tell you had been here. You left everything clean and tidy. You were also very easy to deal with and I hope you come back again one day. warm regards, Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More beautiful and sophisticated in-person

Fantastic property on the ocean, extremely well-appointed kitchen, stylish, immaculate.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
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