Close to the beaches away from the crowds! Some availability in January 2026 | Cottage in Motueka
2 Bedroom Cottage in Riwaka, Motueka
Due to cancellations some dates available in January.
Orchard View Farm Cottage is situated on 20 acres of private land which includes pasture, native bush, garden and riverside. The cottage overlooks the property with recently felled pine forest to the rear.
Well away from the road the cottage is ideally situated for families with children, trout fishermen (as the Riwaka River borders the property), and those people who just want to sit back and relax.
Orchard View can sleep 4 people in 2 bedrooms (one queen and two single bunk beds) Freshly laundered bed linen and towels are provided for your use. A fifth guest can be accommodated on the sofa bed and a cot is available on request.
The kitchen is well equipped with utensils, crockery, pots and pans, electric stove, large fridge/freezer, microwave and toaster. In the living/dining area there is Sky TV and DVD player and Chromecast.
Mobile phone coverage is a little hit and miss but there is unlimited free WiFi.
The large deck which catches the sun all day is furnished with gas BBQ, tables and chairs for outdoor dining. Here you can relax, enjoy the views across the valley, spot the native birds and listen to their song. Theses include fantails, kereru, tuis, bellbirds, kingfishers and wekas and more. There is little light pollution so on a clear night it is perfect for star gazing.
A three minute stroll will bring you to the riverside or feel free to explore the property and make friends with the animals which include a 2 Labrador dogs, cat, mini horses, a few hens, geese and ducks.
A 10 minute drive, or an easy 40 minute walk, from the cottage will bring you to the Riwaka Resurgence which is where the northern branch of the Riwaka River emerges from the depths of the Takaka Hill. The cottage also provides a perfect base from which to explore the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park or laze on the beaches of Kaiteriteri and Marahau which are all only about15 minutes away by car.
A day trip 'over the hill' to Golden Bay is a must. Enjoy the scenery, which you might well recognise from the Lord of The Rings, as you travel up the Takaka Hill. Visit Harewoods Hole (the deepest vertical shaft in New Zealand), or stroll down the main street of Takaka, well recognised for its arts and crafts community where you will also find a good selection of restaurants and cafés.
Coffee, tea, sugar and condiments are provided on arrival as are basic cleaning materials. Other provisions can be found in Motueka a 15 minute drive away.
UNLIMITED FREE Wi-Fi.
Special conditions:
*TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY
*A port-a-cot is available on request.
*Prices are for up to 4 people. An additional charge of $15 per night will be made for each extra person.
*Smoking outside only thank you.
*Well behaved pets allowed with prior notice when accompanied by responsible owners.
*Mobile coverage is not guaranteed. Guests are welcome to use the landline phone at the house for local and urgent calls.
* NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and leave the cottage as found. Please do the dishes before you leave and also clean the BBQ if used.
Thank you
*Please be aware -
A few very tall people have found some of the ceilings in the cottage to be a little low.
There maybe some forestry work carried out behind the cottage on occasion.
This 2 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Internet, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Riwaka. Enjoy your stay in Riwaka at this Cottage.
This Property is OneKey Eligible
Earn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible vacation rentals, villas, cottages, cabins, and more when you book on Vrbo.
Amenities
Facility Overview
-
Heating
-
Towels provided
-
Hair dryer
-
Toilet paper
-
Soap
-
1 bathroom
-
Shower
-
2 bedrooms
-
Bed sheets provided
-
Sofa bed
-
Dining table
-
Living room
-
Spices
-
Electric kettle
-
Microwave
-
Refrigerator
-
Blender
-
Freezer
-
Oven
-
Toaster
-
Cookware/dishes/utensils
-
Near laundromat
-
Laundry facilities
-
Washing machine
-
Onsite parking
-
Car required
-
Pet friendly
-
2 total pets
-
Welcoming cats and dogs only
-
Smoke-free property
-
Note from host: Outside only please.
-
Cycling nearby
-
Mountain biking nearby
-
Fitness facilities nearby
-
Hiking nearby
-
Winery tours nearby
-
Horse riding nearby
-
Hiking/biking trails nearby
-
Fishing nearby
-
Jet skiing nearby
-
Swimming nearby
-
Books
-
DVD player
-
Stereo
-
Music library
-
TV with cable/satellite service
-
Recycling
-
Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)
-
Smartphone data usage (unlimited)
-
English
-
Spanish
-
On the river
-
In a rural location
-
Playground
-
Iron/ironing board
-
Change of bedsheets (on request)
-
Free WiFi
-
Patio
-
Fenced yard
-
Garden
-
Outdoor furniture
-
Barbecue grill
-
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
-
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
-
First aid kit
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Reviews
