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Ai's Rural Retreat 2

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Room
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window overlooking greenery.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a brown sofa, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a small kitchen area.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a vanity with a mirror, and a window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Motueka, Tasman
  • Place, Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, SimPit Technologies
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Motueka District Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ai's Rural Retreat 2

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. A lovely spacious studio unit with a newly refurbished bathroom in a quiet and peaceful rural area with great views over Motueka and out to the sea. Only 7km's to Motueka township and 20km's to Kaiteriteri beach.

There is a full kitchen so you can cook your meals if you wish too. There is also a clothes washing machine in the bathroom so if you have been away from home for a while you can get your clothes all nice and clean again during your stay.

In addition to the guest suite there is a deck for your personal use which can be accessed by going round the front side of the property and along the footpath in front of the unit. There are chairs and a table for you to use while you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and great views.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Turn off heat pump/aircon unit.
Turn off the oven at the wall switch.
Turn off the washing machine at the wall switch.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20105311
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
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

Motueka

Motueka is home to this apartment. Kahurangi National Park and Kina Peninsula reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding.
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Motueka, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • SimPit Technologies - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Motueka District Museum - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Kina Peninsula - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Kahurangi National Park - 22 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smoking Barrel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino’s Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ai's Rural Retreat 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ai's Rural Retreat 2?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Ai's Rural Retreat 2 located?

Situated in Motueka, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Skydive Abel Tasman and within 6 miles (10 km) of SimPit Technologies and Motueka District Museum. Kahurangi National Park and Tasman Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean quite and beautiful part of nz! Host were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine H.

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

Easter Break

Great accomodation with everything we needed. Very friendly & helpful host who came to help straight away when we had an issue with the washing machine. Beautiful setting with abundant birdlife that could be heard singing in the trees.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf H.

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

Beautiful quiet Studio with view

Ai's Rural Retreat is a lovely equipped studio with a good kitchen, the view is amazing. Very clean and quiet. We recommend it highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

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

Quaint location just 10 minutes from Moutueka high street

The host was prompt with replying messages, and we had a spacious, quiet self-contained unit despite being connected to the main house. The pictures depicted the condition accurately. Would recommend as a base to explore the Tasman region.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma v.

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

Relax and Enjoy Breathtaking Views

Our one week stay at Ai's Rural Retreat was, despite the cold rainy weather, a pleasant experience. The accommodation is spacious ad nicely furnished. The elevated location provided, after the clouds disappeared, breathtaking views far across the landscape. The lovely owners, who live next door, were very private but very helpful if we needed something or had questions. A serene quiet place to relax while it is just a short drive to town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole G.

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

Mrs

Wo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2025
Hi Nicole, we are not sure what you are trying to say?

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