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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

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Tasman, Tasman
  • Place, Kina Peninsula
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tasman Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Luxury sleepout

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea

Quiet and peaceful with beautiful views and so close to the Abel Tasman Park. You can walk to the beach for an early morning swim and you have a choice of 2 cafes both within walking distance. Tasman Golf course is a walk away as well as many other courses a short drive. The village of Mapua is just a short drive away where you will find award winning restaurants, bars and cafes. Artists are plentiful and there are many galleries to visit in the region. Nelson wines are becoming very well known internationally and there are many to visit in the area. A tour can be organised or you can ask advice and make one yourself. The Abel Tasman Park is a must see where you can kayak and walk or enjoy a day on the amazing turquoise water admiring the golden beaches. Golden Bay is a day trip away and well worth the windy drive. Gill is around to help you plan your trips and get the best advice for things to see and do.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 # 20034460
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Tasman

Located in Tasman, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Tasman Golf Club and Mapua Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding. Nelson Fun Park and Natureland Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Tasman, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Kina Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tasman Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 24 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 42 min drive - 42.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino’s Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet and peaceful country living near to the sea located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Kina Peninsula and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Tasman Golf Club. Mapua Wharf and SimPit Technologies are also within 9 miles (15 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

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location with nice views, meticulously decorated and maintained cottage with all amenities you could want and super hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. It was so good to meet you and we hope that you will come back to visit again. Thank you for leaving everything spotlessly clean. Safe travels onwards. Enjoy the north island.
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10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We loved the accommodation and the hosts were great.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2026
Great guests. Communication was amazing. Came as guests left as friends. Would welcome them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely restful spot. Luxurious cottage, very well equipped and beautifully presented.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks to clear instructions easy to find despite to road sign missing. Not expecting all the little extras but greatly appreciated. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2026
Thank youfor the great review. It was lovely to have you stay with us and to hear so many stories of the area. We would love to have you stay again hear more. Thank you for choosing A Good Knights Rest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

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

Perfect place and hosts

My favorite place to stay! I'm looking forward to being back, and seeing Gill and Ian again, soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Tasman stay

Absolutely stunning apartment in a fabulous location and run by lovely people. Our best stay in NZ.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

A quiet retreat

An attractively decorated, quiet place with very welcoming hosts. Very clean and comfortable, lots of tips for days out and some yummy items left for our arrival. A great break !!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

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

Fabulous

Such a lovely few days wish we could have stayed longer. Relaxing and beautifully presented with a gorgeous outlookLittle extras greatly appreciated. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2025
Thank you for your lovely words. It was great to meet you and I am sure we will meet again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate & Graeme S.

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

Tranquil Piece of Paradise

The guest cottage was beautifully appointed - comfortable, modern, and very peaceful and private. We so appreciated the extra thoughtful touches such as snacks and chocolate on our arrival too. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

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

All around excellence

What a brilliant setting, perfect accommodation, and wonderful hosts! Thank you.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2023
Thank you for your lovely words! You were the perfect guest and we hope to have you visit us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Thank you!

Very highly recommend this beautiful accommodation. Honestly can’t fault it at all. Very attentive host who had thought of every detail! We were only they for two nights but felt able to unwind from the outset. Planning to return. Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2023
Thank you so much for the lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your time with us and we would love to welcome you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve L.

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

Breath-takingly beautiful

We stayed for three nights in this beautiful cottage. Everything in the cottage was exquisite, from the decor to the treats. The attention to detail is really 2nd to none. We slept so soundly in the gorgeous bed, it was so quiet and peaceful yet close to the fun down at Mapua if we wanted to join it. Easy cycling distance to Motueka over the cycle route, and also easy biking to swim at gorgeous Kina Peninsula. We felt like royalty.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your great review. It was a pleasure to meet you and we are happy that you loved your stay. Hopefully you will come back and relax with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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

Arrived strangers, left friends

We have stayed at many places over the years, but this has been the best! A truly exceptional property, hosted by two truly exceptional owners. The suite is gorgeous, decorated beautifully in colors that match the ocean a short drive away. The furnishings, towels, dishes, etc are all high quality. The bathroom is spacious & luxurious, with an overhead heater and towel heater. If you choose to have them nearby (as we did), the resident sheep are allowed into the field beside the suite, where you can enjoy watching them & even petting the friendlier ones. The hosts have thought of every detail to make one feel welcome - including the most generous and lovely assortment of food, drink and snacks, and even a bottle of NZ wine! They made excellent recommendations to us, including two fabulous restaurants and the highlight of our trip to the South Island - a day long excursion by catamaran into Abel Tasman Park! Gill and Ian are wonderful people, who we felt an immediate connection with, had great chats with, and who became new friends who felt like old friends. A 10 star rating (out of 5)!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favourite places so far! Easy check-in, spotlessly clean and wonderful hosts. The “ little extras” were greatly appreciated. I can’t say enough good things about this place and Gillian and Ian. Would be a pleasure to stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Relaxing stay on Kina Peninsula

This home is rare in being so much better than the photos showed! A very well appointed home, gorgeous views of farmland, mountains and the sea, and a close bike road to a good swimming beach. A very relaxing stay with great hosts, will be recommending to friends and hope to be back soon :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Fabulous holiday

This is a great property. Great location for visiting galleries, wineries and beaches. Beautiful and clean and lots of little extras that were really appreciated. Thanks Gill
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisa B.

Wonderful place in a perfect spot! Love it!!

we spent there the last days of our honeymoon on the southern island. what a perfect choice! the cottage is perfectly located on the outskirts of Tasman, and is within walking distance of both kina beach and kina wineyards! It is located on a small hill with an outside patio where we used to relax and listen to the birds singing in the morning or watching the starry sky at night. It is very spacious for two people and is equipped with everything you may need; very clean and functional. Furnished with taste and attention to detail, to give it a very special character. gill and ian were exceptional hosts leaving us with lots of tips on activities and restaurants in the area. really beautiful people ! We promised ourselves one day we will go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you both for your lovely review. It was such a pleasure to meet you and I hope that you had a great time in the North Island. We would love to have you visit us again and hope you keep your promise to yourselves! Thank you for being the perfect guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Lovely rural location with sheep grazing outside but very centrally located for the greater Tasman d

Lovely rural location with sheep grazing outside but very centrally located for the greater Tasman district. A perfect place to stay. Gillian has created a relaxed but comfy-luxurious beach vibe style with everything thought of, including breakfast and snack provisions for the first few days of your stay. An extremely comfortable bed ensured a great nights rest. We also made good use of the BBQ for cooking some evening meals. We felt very pampered and privileged to have stayed.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Good Knight's Rest is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.

A Good Knight's Rest is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. It is much more spacious than it appears in the photos and is well equipped with everything you'd need for an effortless stay. Gillian had included a wonderful range of treats for us too so we felt very spoilt!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM H.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by GillianKn1

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Both Gill and Ian have worked on the large Super Yachts traveling the world in the hospitality world. Gill ran a successful Bed and Breakfast in the Nelson region before moving to their now property. Gill is back in her first career as a teacher but is still loving hosting guests in their lovely accommodation

What makes this property unique

Golden Bay is a day trip away

Languages:

English, Spanish
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