Off the grid and beaten track

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

North Bank, Marlborough

Wairau River13 min drive
Mount Richmond27 min drive
Cloudy Bay Vineyards82 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Our 1900’s recently relocated farm cottage is ideal for people wanting to escape. Off the beaten track up the Northbank valley, fully solar powered, water from freshwater spring, no cell phone service. The setting is peaceful, secluded and you can sit back and view the sun rises & sun sets. The Wairau River is 5 min walk away, and we are located near national parks, and a hour from town from Blenheim

Property manager

Anna

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Bank

Located in North Bank, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. While the natural beauty of Wairau River and Mount Richmond can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Fossil Ridge Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Bank, Marlborough

What's nearby

Wairau River - 13 min drive
Mount Richmond - 27 min drive
Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 82 min drive
Omaka Classic Cars - 89 min drive
Seymour Square - 95 min drive

Getting around

Nelson (NSN) - 158 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the grid and beaten track pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Off the grid and beaten track?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the grid and beaten track?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the grid and beaten track located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Wairau River and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Mount Richmond. Nautilus Estate and No.1 Family Estate are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Adrian W.

11 Apr 2023

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

Relaxing Retreat

Lovely comfortable warm home. Welcoming touch of fresh eggs and milk. Felt at home being on the farm. Enjoyed the company of horses nearby with a 5 minute walk to the Wairau river. Lots of close walks nearby. A hidden treasure. Love to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

30 Dec 2021

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

Blissful

If you want a break away from everything, this is the place. Simple, peaceful, time and space. Take everything with you and you won't need to stress over shops, traffic, people! We had the most restful time here and I decorated the house with large bunches of wild flowers. On cold days the log burner was great and we collected kindling from nearby. Friendly horses and Kuni pigs with their babies were so gorgeous! Comfy beds and great shower. Will definitely come to stay again.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

13 Feb 2021

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

Great location for exploring the North Bank.

Well located for day trips to the neighboring valleys. The house is basic but comfortable. We really enjoyed our time here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

30 Nov 2020

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

So peaceful

My husband and I stayed for two nights at the end of our holiday picking it because of proximity to the interislander in Picton. We loved the old quirkiness of the house, the absolute peace and quiet (apart from the rooster at 5am) and the horses dogs and pigs that shared our weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hanna K.

9 Jul 2020

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

Great place to get away from it all.

Very quiet and relaxing place, friendly owner, lots of animals. Not a big farm, but access to the riverbed and nearby walking tracks. This would be great with kids or just to unwind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020