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Seaside Holiday Haven

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Exterior
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a view of a lake and mountains, and a vehicle parked nearby.
Beach
Children’s area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Okiwi Bay, Marlborough
  • Place, Tunnicliff Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rai Valley Pioneer Cottage
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Pelorus Eco Adventures
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Picton (PCN)
    ‪89 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seaside Holiday Haven

Okiwi Bay is located within Croisilles Harbour in the Marlborough Sounds, a short one hour 20 minute drive from both Nelson and Blenheim.

Seaside Holiday Haven is a spacious coastal seaside two-story, two bedroom home (sleeps up to seven) with ocean views and easy access to the beach and boat ramp. Great location for the kids with a playground directly across the road. Large U-shaped driveway with plenty of parking ensuring great access for the boat and other water toys.

There are two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and single trundler, the other with a queen bed only. There is also a large lounge/living area upstairs with a single day bed and a double pullout futon bed. Additional $20 per night per person applies.

Please bring own linen and towels, all other items are provided. There is a small convenience store in the bay if you need supplies, or a larger Four Square in Havelock (50 min drive).

Small pets are welcome by prior arrangement. The property has a large fully fenced rear section.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9537832
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

Okiwi Bay

Located in Okiwi Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. Tunnicliff Reserve and Duncan Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pelorus Eco Adventures and Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre.
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Okiwi Bay, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Tunnicliff Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rai Valley Pioneer Cottage - 34 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Pelorus Eco Adventures - 55 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 90 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Holiday Haven pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Seaside Holiday Haven?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seaside Holiday Haven?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Holiday Haven?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Seaside Holiday Haven located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tunnicliff Reserve and within 20 miles (32 km) of Rai Valley Pioneer Cottage and Duncan Bay. Pelorus Eco Adventures is 31.8 mi (51.2 km) away.

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. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, super well set up - always enjoy staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zella S.

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

Great place for a holiday

Love it here, so well set up for what we like to do :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and would happily come back. Communication was great, with clear instructions that made everything easy from arrival. The place was lovely and clean, well set up, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was also fantastic and we also had a lot of fun fishing. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pam G.

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

Great family Bach to stay at

Great bach to stay at for a family. Super location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

A wonderful view!

What a stunning spot and location!Would recommend to any family, and perfect if you have a wee pooch!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten & John S.

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

Lovely family holiday

A wonderful stay in Okiwi Bay. The Bach was everything we needed, great location, super clean and loads of space. Thanks for having us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zella S.

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

Little piece of paradise

Had a lovely stay here, the bach was perfectly set up for our needs and communication with the hosts was brilliant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Di and Trev G.

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

Best Spot in the Bay

Great location, awesome view. Property has all that you need for a happy relaxed comfortable holiday! Fully recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

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

A great stay in Ōkiwi Bay

We keep coming back to this comfortable, well-appointed rental with its wonderful ambience and stunning views. Katrina and Giles are always helpful and accommodating hosts who work hard to ensure their guests have everything required for a memorable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena P.

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

Great Place, Great Location :)

Great place in a great location. House was nice and roomy and very tidy and clean. Great communication and helpful owners. Have already booked the house for our next stay. Would highly recommend :)
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jemma W.

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

Okiwi stay

Loved our time staying at this property! Great views and location! House is very roomy and has everything you need and more! Would love to stay again in the future. Thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peta M.

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

Memories Made

Fantastic stay, everything we needed, loved the close location to the boat ramp. Very comfortable beds, great backyard, complete with fish cleaning bench. Just an overall fabulous bach. We really enjoyed staying. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Friends and family

Had the grandkids come for the day they absolutely loved it and a friend from the rai valley came for a fish and lunch kitchen is so well stocked with everything that we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

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

What a holiday

Just loved every minute - the house was even better than it looked on the pics. Whole family had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme J.

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

Nice break from the madness of work.

A nice house with good facilities and views. Just a short walk to the beach and the coffee cart. We had fun feeding the eels along the sacred walkway which can be accessed from the beach, and looking around the rock pools and caves at low tide.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

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

Fantastic family holiday home

We had a great stay at this property there is plenty of space with two living areas, a big backyard and a public playground/field right across the road. Beautiful water views with everything you need for a great holiday in Okiwi Bay. Would highly recommend. Great communication and information received from owners. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Di and Trev G.

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

The Best

Best location, best view. Well equipped homely Bach for a warm comfortable holiday! We are repeat bookers and are never disappointed. Will be back again later in the year. Okiwi Bay is an awesome holiday destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

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

Fantastic getaway rental

Okiwi Bay is a very special destination for us and our friends and Katrina's Seaside Holiday Haven is now our first choice when we visit. It's an extremely clean, well-appointed and comfortable place to stay. We just love the expansive views across the bay and out to sea. The spacious living areas upstairs and downstairs and well-equipped kitchen make it an ideal rental for enjoying good company and relaxing in amazing surroundings. We are so grateful we can stay there. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha K.

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

Amazing place to stay

When you first walk in we noticed how clean everything was! Very easy to love! Comfortable layout of the house with everything you would need and such wonderful views of the beach, the kids loved having the park right across the road we could watch them while sipping a coffee on both decks. Our bed was very comfortable and the pillows! I particularly loved that we could bring our little dog and there was a fenced back yard where he could chill out after a walk. Overall it was a wonderful stay and the locals are friendly and plenty of space for parking. I would highly recommend the fairy walk along the creek!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Di and Trev G.

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

Awesome Bach, amazing location, incredible views! Very clean, well appointed comfortable Bach.

Have booked for next holiday, was excellent and excelled our expectations! Totally recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teresa T.

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

Fabulous!

This place is GREAT! Very comfortable, fab views, easy access to boat ramp, very tidy, great spaces :-) thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Great weekend

Cosy and warm Great view of the bay from the upstairs lounge Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan V.

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

Just lovely

Great place, clean & tidy, we thoroughly enjoyed. Thanks very much, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Spacious, Clean, Comfortable

We stayed 2 nights in early May (main aim: driving the iconic route to French Pass & back in a day, while also enjoying the peace, beauty & tranquility of Okiwi Bay itself). I'd say this accommodation is ideal for 2-6 people ... & we'd certainly recommend it & be more than happy to return. A very attractive house, great setting with hills, trees & bush behind & impressive sea views from both the upstairs lounge deck & the beautiful downstairs verandah with vine-covered Pergola. Nice large, sheltered, well-manicured backyard - with park bench. Essentially 3 levels: Bottom Floor: has modern kitchen with all the utensils you'll need, very large bathroom/toilet/laundry (incl a good selection of towels) & a kind of make-shift lounge with TV & a sofa that folds down to double-bed (this downstairs lounge also acts as hallway to stairs), then 10 or so carpeted stairs with handrail up to 2nd level landing with entrances to the 2 bedrooms (both immaculately presented - the photos don't quite do them justice - one with luxurious silver-grey decor / the other immaculate emerald green & both more substantial in size & structure than the photos suggest + very large built-in wardrobes), then another 3 or 4 carpeted stairs to Top Floor = very comfortable, carpeted & well-appointed Upper Lounge with large screen TV, good diverse selection of DVDs, ceiling-to-floor windows & outside deck for views ... No real negatives with this very nice home ... only slight word of caution to elderly guests & others with mobility issues: just be aware of those 10 or so stairs between the bedrooms & bathroom (although fold-out bed in downstairs couch may solve any probs in that regard). My elderly parents (90 / 91 yo) were able to manage OK. Also (related to above) although the large downstairs windows with sliding door allow brilliant views, they had no curtains when we were there ... so slight privacy issues, esp if any guest is sleeping on downstairs fold-out (although, tbf, very few nearby houses were occupied ... so only a very minor issue). [Note: Bedrooms & Upper Lounge all have full curtains ... so it's just a downstairs thing] ... But overall no hesitation in scoring the house 5 out of 5 - Excellent accommodation in a beautiful setting. And hosts were clearly very nice, likeable & attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Excellent Bach best we have stayed in

We loved it the beds were great and my husband loved the pillow so much he brought it home. Are booking another weekend so will return it then. Sorry
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

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