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Premium Nelson Location
Relax at this peaceful and centrally located house. Birdsong and trees in abundance. The best location in Nelson. Set up for total comfort. The house is positioned well back from the road with large windows providing a light and leafy outlook with no noise. The house has new bathrooms, beds, fresh new towels and sheets, appliances and is fully equipped. Positioned with Melrose house, Fairfield park and the city within minutes walk in an established blue chip location this house is hard to beat

Entire Riverside Villa + Hot tub in the City!
Absolute riverfront bungalow just two minutes walk from the CBD. Entertain with a BBQ on the expansive deck or just relax in the family sized SPA pool. The garden is 100% private flanked by gardens and the Maitai River - with tame eels at your doorstep. Peaceful & centrally located it’s the perfect haven for lovers of art and nature. Pop the paddle boards on the river and float to one of the riverside cafes and restaurants or walk over the bridge to the Queens Gardens and Suter Art Gallery.

The Brookside
We are located right next to the brook, offering beautiful views of nature and the soothing sound of the stream. No traffic noise makes it very peaceful. Enjoy a relaxing stay with the whole family at this tranquil retreat, which has been cleaned to a very high standard. As close to nature as a house can be. The home offers the ideal accommodation for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets). Free fast WiFi, Smart TV with Netflix, + sky TV

Views, Sun, Outdoor Living & Walk to the Beach!
Sunny, sheltered, comfortable, well equipped 3 bed house with great deck and garden overlooking Tasman Bay, Tahunanui Beach and views across the Bay to the Arthur Range. 5 minute walk down to the beach! Fantastic views and sun sets. Relax in the garden soaking the sun in the day and listening to the surf at night. We're off travelling so our home is available for you to enjoy. If you'd like to book on the same day, please go ahead with instant booking as there is self check-in. Thank you.

Beach house
Step in to the beach house and give yourself that Bali feel. A quick walk across the playing fields and you’re on the beach, this is a prime summer location. Follow up after the beach with an outdoor shower and a bit of chill time on the spacious private deck area surrounded by lush tropical plants. The outdoor dining area is a great place for a bbq dinner as the sun goes down or if you don’t feel like cooking there is plenty of great food and bar options within a 2 minute walk

Ocean View Retreat - Paddle Board & Bike Included
A modern, self-contained two-bedroom home built in 2021 in quiet Atawhai, offering sea views across Tasman Bay and relaxed indoor-outdoor living. Well suited to couples, small families, or guests wanting a peaceful base close to the city, just a five-minute drive away. Guests are welcome to use the stand-up paddleboard and mountain bike, with the Haven Estuary and waterfront cycleway located approximately 300m down the road for calm paddling and scenic rides into town.

Selah Retreat: Peaceful with a stunning view!
‘Selah’ means ‘A Time to Pause and Think’. An apt name for this beautiful home in a quiet yet stunning location. Located in Nelson's premier beach side suburb, with exceptional views over Tahunanui Beach & Tasman Bay, this home offers peace & privacy, all with a tremendous wow factor! Walk to the beach, local eateries & craft brew pubs, or simply recline in the spa and enjoy the view. Tasman Bays outdoor playground and National Parks are at your fingertips!

Private Deck With Views. Soft Bed. Washer & Dryer.
When you walk down the steps to the private deck you'll experience one of the best views in Nelson Enjoy a brand new bed and stunning views of the Ocean, Mountains, City, & the planes taking off and landing. We are centrally located: 7 min drive to Nelson CBD, 8 to airport. Also a 11 min walk to bus stop. 22 min Bike to CBD Also, 1 hour from Abel Tasmin, Marlborough Sounds, and Lake Rotoiti. Nelson's best beaches are right on your doorstep.

Totara tree house
Totara Tree House is a light filled architectural retreat beside the Grampians, offering peaceful views, premium comfort, and easy access to Nelson’s city centre. With a modern kitchen, luxury bathrooms, fast WiFi, laundry, and warm, quiet living spaces, it’s perfect for contractors, relocators, families, and longer stays. Enjoy a wrap around deck, landscaped gardens, and a serene neighbourhood just minutes from town.

Queen's Landing
Queen's Landing - Quiet luxury, central charm Stunning 2-bedroom retreat in a quiet location, across from Queen's Garden! Fully renovated with modern comforts, including spacious rain shower. Enjoy a private covered deck with outdoor lounge. 2 private car parks (1 behind a gate) + electric car charger. A stone's throw from central Nelson - mere minutes from the heart of the city. Book your Nelson city getaway!

Ocean Vista - Nelson Waterfront Holiday Home
Ocean Vista is the perfect location for a Summer holiday or Winter retreat. It is perfectly positioned above the waterfront and Haulashore island, this extensively renovated, well-equipped & perfectly presented ocean-facing home offers comfort, relaxation & incredible views that span Nelson's beautiful harbour, the distant coastline of the Abel Tasman, all the way out to the Tasman Sea.

Lighthouse Lookout – character & coastal charm
Step into a beautifully renovated 1930s bungalow perched high in Nelson’s scenic Port Hills. Lighthouse Lookout blends timeless character with modern comfort — and boasts elevated views of Nelson’s iconic lighthouse and the sea beyond. Whether you're here for the cafes, the coast, or just to unwind, you’ll love the relaxed charm and easy access to the waterfront, beach, and city centre.
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