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The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds

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A round wooden table with a placemat and a shell, a wicker chair, and a view of the ocean with boats and greenery through large windows.
A white house surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a window with a view of the sea, and a chair.
A wooden deck leading to a scenic view of a coastline with rocky formations and greenery.
A compact kitchen with a built-in washing machine, a sink, and a small countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

Sleepout

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gunyah Retreat - Exclusive Island Escape with Ocean View, Marlborough Sounds located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Mabel Island, Edwin Fox and Picton Foreshore. Edwin Fox Museum and Picton Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

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

Great spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings

Great hosts and spot, we enjoyed some fishing and the bay. Awesome time had by all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2024
Thanks, Jonathon; River can't keep away from fishing these days! I am glad your fishing went well. Until next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Adventure

Awesome trip and experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2024
I am so thrilled you came out and stayed with us! Thanks so much for visiting our little piece of paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Biloxi Vacatiom

We were well pleased with our stay. Condo was just as described in the listing. Will rent again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay

We had a wonderful stay at Gunyah with wonderful incredibly helpful hosts. Very responsive communication. Accomodation was retro and delightful loved every bit of our stay here. Fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2025
Susan, it was fabulous having you stay at Gunyah Accommodation! Even with Henry, your dog,was lovley to have come ansd stay. You all felt connected to what we do here as a family business. Thanks for coming to visit our Paua pearl farm during your stay! Until Next time xxx
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family xmas holiday

Excellent location and hosts, be prepared for a bit of a walk, but the location and view make it all worthwhile. Lovely sheltered house site overlooking the entrance to Tory channel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2025
So glad you made it out to the Island with the ever changing view made it better with you guys here✨🙏🤩
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Amazing views off Tory Channel. The hosts were great really enjoyed the paua pearl tour.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2024
Thanks, Jason. It was great sharing our home and tour with you. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Wonderful location and property. Nothing was a problem for hosts Antonia and Mike. They are such lovely people. Selfishly I’d like to discourage people from staying here as I’d like it available any time for us to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2024
Hi Frank, You're very funny! Lots of room to come anytime for you!
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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful spot that suited our group (2 families) really well.

A wonderful spot that suited our group (2 families) really well. We enjoyed the old-school feel of the house, with its awesome floral carpet and green kitchen cupboards etc, and you could sit for hours in front of that view. Heaps of good walks, fishing, kayaking, great paua farm tour, Smokey the Friendliest Horse in Existence... Only downside was very soft bed in main house that also has footboard (problematic for tall people). The sleepout bed is really good though. Loved Gunyah - you must go!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Lovely family gathering for Christmas. Stayed for 8 nights. Relaxing and plenty for us to do. We brought our own boat and had a mooring provided. Our hosts were amazing, everything was thought of. They met us at the jetty and transported all our gear up to the bach and were available whenever we needed to get out to the boat. The beach where you land is beautiful and there is enough walking and views to keep you busy doing lots or a little. Just a warning they sell beautiful pāua pearl jewelery which may hit your back pocket a little! Wonderful stay! Can’t recommend enough.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2024
Thanks, Matt! You're the Best! Love your humor and honesty! See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family retreat

Lots to do. Relaxing, great hosts, always willing to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location

A very special place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2022
Wonderful to have you come and visit our little piece of paradise! Thanks so much! And Happy New Year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

The only thing I would change is next time, I am bringing my dive gear! Lovely hosts and a quaint cottage that has a one of a kind view. Ask for a tour of the Paua Farm, it's incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2021
Was wonderful to have you come part of Arapawa Homestead and what is available here to see and do! YES come back, with your diving gear it will be a pleasure to show you where to go diving!@
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Neat spot

Great place everything very handy fishing etc Nice house very comfortable Will be back for sure Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kind Owners

Antonia was very helpful! It is a lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Weekend

Brilliant stay! Thank you so much to Antonia and Mike. Made us feel very at home and were so accommodating and easy to deal with. Highly recommend the Arapawa Homestead for future stays :)
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
It was such a pleasure having you come and spend so time out here on Arapawa Homestead. Thanks so much. Look forward to having you out here again:-))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding .. simply amazing

What a place to call paradise... and to the beautiful family who welcomed us .. opened up there home and shared there amazing life with us ..so much to do for the children and relaxing as much as you possibly want .. look forward to many more trips there .. highly highly recommend all going to this piece of paradise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thankyou so much for coming to visit our historical landmark. It was such a pleasure to share it with you and your outstanding family. We throughly enjoyed your company, and so definitely look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Unforgettable!

Our brief stay was all we wanted and more. The landscape, the views, the historic homestead, the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, the ocean, and even the weather, all were wonderful. The Radon whanau made us feel very welcome on their island home. Would highly recommend to those who want to get away from it all. We will return :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property with amazing views.

Fantastic property with amazing views. Loads to see and do in this area. Well worth a visit to the whaling station. We would highly recommend this place to anyone.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Arapawa Homestead ticked so many boxes for us!

Arapawa Homestead ticked so many boxes for us! Fantastic secluded location, surrounded simply by nature and history. The homestead itself is a fantastic period home with stunning views of the Tory Channel. Rain or shine the island has a lot to offer. Would love to go back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Same as above

Same as above
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A few of the words we used to describe our stay, in our nightly diary.

A few of the words we used to describe our stay, in our nightly diary.....stars, sunshine, sunrise, history, paua culture.picket fence, pohutukawa, weka, stunning, beacons, ferries passing. A most memorable stay and we all hope to return for a longer stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

amazing- stunning view, well set up with everything you need.

amazing- stunning view, well set up with everything you need. Whole family enjoyed it and a lt of this was due to the hosts family being so welcoming and friendly as well.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We loved the 1960's look of Gunyah.

We loved the 1960's look of Gunyah. Watching the ferries pass by and reminiscing with one of our group about living on this farm in the 60's made it all extra special. Great tour guide for our visit to the Paua Business too. We hope to return!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place to visit and stay and highly recommend to all, we have rebooked for a weeks holiday alre

Great place to visit and stay and highly recommend to all, we have rebooked for a weeks holiday already and cant wait to come back
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We loved our time at the farm, was very relaxing, awesome views and fishing.

We loved our time at the farm, was very relaxing, awesome views and fishing. The Radons couldn't do enough for you. Thank you for an awesome stay.
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