Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds.

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Secret Oasis
A two-story house with a large porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a large window.
A house with a brick pathway leading to a wooden fence with yellow roses.
A compact kitchen with a Bosch washing machine, a microwave, and a wooden cutting board on the countertop.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Pelorus Sound

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Linkwater, Marlborough
  • Place, Pelorus Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mahakipawa Arm
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Linkwater

Located in Linkwater, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Pelorus Eco Adventures and Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre. Kayaking and power boating 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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Linkwater, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Pelorus Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mahakipawa Arm - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 36 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 36 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Picton Harbour - 39 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mills Bay Mussels - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Havelock Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mpr Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Linkwater Country Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • Pelorus Bridge Cafe

Frequently asked questions

Is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds.?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds. on 16 Mar 2027 start from £362, 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 Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis, Marlborough Sounds. located?

This family-friendly Linkwater cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Sound. Pelorus Eco Adventures and Okiwa Bay are also within 9 miles (15 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 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable place in a very convenient location, great for a getaway!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great little place for a quick stay. Close to Havelock and Picton.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Accommodation

Accommodation was great, host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in the Sounds

Lovely spot in the middle of the Sounds! The cottage is really comfortable and John and his family were very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very proactive in messaging us, welcoming us and verifying that we had information about the house and the location.We loved the peace, quiet, fruit trees, cows and easy proximity to the Sounds, the bays and the Qyeen Charlotte track.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Handy location

Tidy, cosy and peaceful location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great holiday spot

The cottage was comfy, cozy, and well equipped. Hosts were great - even hand delivered a cheese grater! And the pub a short walk down the road is a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely garden!

We enjoyed our stay and exploring the Sounds! Lovely weather and tranquil views! A special few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful slice of Paradise

A prime location too explore the Sounds being within a comfortable distance of not only the Sounds itself but also Nelson and Blenhium and surrounding areas ,Highly recommended .
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful country setting. Nice clean space. Fruit trees in the front yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Cabin

This is in a nice location for exploring the area. It worked great for our group. The kitchen was well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family and friends stay

Lovely peaceful setting amongst the bush and birds, close enough to family in Anikiwa and friends in Ngkuta with a haven to return to after a busy day. Our host were great, obliging and helpful, we will definitely return to this peaceful cottage with beautiful Hydrangeas my favorite flowers.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

This is a lovely little bach in a great area close to the Queen Charlotte Track highly recommened. Check out the local pub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Easter 2024

Great place, warm cosy house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Linkwater Holiday Home

Our family really enjoyed staying in this holiday home. It is a very warm comfortable clean home, great to come back to after a day out exploring and fishing. The garden setting is very quiet peaceful and relaxing. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Island look-see

Absolutely stunning. We loved staying here and did not want to leave. What a beautifully maintained home. Was so easy and stress-free. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property

We had a great 3 days in this lovely cottage in the Marlborough Sounds. The beautiful setting, good facilities and some nice welcoming touches made it the perfect place to start our South Island road trip. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get-away

Thanks for sharing your property with us, handy location to all Sounds, Havelock, Nelson and Picton. Thoroughly enjoyed our time fishing, skiing and swimming!! Lunch at Te Rawa and Mussel Pot are definitely on list for next time! Thank you John, was fantastic ☀️
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful homejuts a short drive away to beaches

Lovely property with large garden, surrounded by sheep and cows, to the delight of my young boys! The property is close to a number of beaches and Queen Charlotte Track. It's worth checking for road closures in the area as access to some parts we had hoped to go was closed. We had a lovely stay and appreciated the fast communication with the host
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super setting g

Well appointed place and so good in rainy weather. Please accept my apologies for breaking a mug the morning we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2022
I am pleased it worked well for you Anna....what we can control is the weather of course but it'd good that the house handles it well..... we have lots of mugs down there...I'm sure one won't be missed !! J
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax in Marlborough Sounds

The place is great, super comfortable and in a quiet place (except occasional crazy cow mooing at 2 am ;). Definitely good for relaxing and BBQ and staying close to the sounds. One thing to mention, there are only like 2 places in the house where you can catch weak wifi and there's no reception (or if you're lucky 1 bar of Spark).
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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