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Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach

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A kitchen with a view of the sea, wooden beams, and a star decoration.
A living room with a green leather sofa, a wooden bookshelf, and a patterned rug.
A pool table with a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a beach with clear blue water and rocks.
A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and debris on a pebbled beach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free internet

Explore the area

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Mapua (Ruby Bay), Nelson
  • 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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 st double bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2nd double bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach

Description:



Large Kiwi 'bach' property on the beachfront at beautiful Ruby Bay North facing, elevated with full views of the sea and Tasman bay from Nelson, D'Urville Island across to Abel Tasman.
Large very private deck and gardens running right on to the beach.
Nice grass front lawn, sun loungers. Safe swimming and boating ride in front of the house. Kayaks available for guest use
Cozie 'Firepit' for evening cooking or campfire. Gas BBQ
New kitchen. Beautiful bathroom with tiled double shower and basins
Fast broadband WIFI Small pool table

Note - This is our much loved holiday house, it meant to be enjoyed for summer holidays and long weekends.
It is not set up as a high end rental property.

Feature
Indoor garden and large domed skylight.



Right in the center of the Nelson to Kaiteriteri 'Taste trail' cycleway.
The hourly Mapua ferry takes you across to the forests and ocean beach of Rabbit Island.

Two mins. drive to Mapua - charming restaurants, supermarket, boutique brewery,
wine bar, cafes and craft shops. 15 Wineries with 10mins. drive.

Excellent bush walks just 500mtrs. away

Enjoy amazing sun and moon rises from the large private deck.

2 bedrooms in total. Max of 6pers.
2 double bedrooms (1 x king, 1 x queen), + 2 single beds
2 toilets, 1 bathroom (all separate)
Large open plan living / dining / kitchen area with adjoining deck and conservatory - full sea views from all these rooms.



Interesting Octagonal shaped house.
Good off street car parking, Parking for 4-5 cars
Covered parking for 2 cars. Use of 2 older Kayaks



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Special conditions:
General Min. 5 nights stay

Sorry we cannot accept children under 5 years.

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$10.00 per person); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to vacuum through, clean up the house and do the dishes etc. before you leave; We don' t have a cleaning service.

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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 13–17
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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

Property # 20018987
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mapua

Ruby Bay, a neighbourhood in Mapua, is home to this holiday home. Kahurangi National Park and Kina Peninsula reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skydive Abel Tasman or Trafalgar Park. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Mapua (Ruby Bay), Nelson

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) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jellyfish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Golden Bear Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alberta's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach?

As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach on 26 Aug, 2026 start from S$2,263, 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 Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute Beachfront Ruby Bay - Spectacular Views, step straight on to the beach located?

Located in Ruby Bay, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Mapua Wharf and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kina Peninsula and Mahana Estates. Tasman Golf Club and Seifried Estate Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by nickfe448

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Nick and Jenny have lived in several parts of New Zealand and have also spent nearly half of their lives, living abroad in Europe and Asia. We are passionate outdoor Kiwis who love biking, hiking and all forms of watersports.

Why they chose this property

A very unique property, directly on a lovely beach, yet very quiet.

What makes this property unique

Small pool table , 3 mins walk to takeaway shop, 2 mins. drive to Mapua with supermarket and many good restaurants. Free broadband WIFI
Beautiful native bush walk starts 300 mtrs from our gate.
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