Orinoco Retreat. Pets welcome. Discounted Winter Rates

925 Waiwhero Rd, Ngatimoti, Motueka
  • Orinoco Retreat - Lower Left
  • Orinoco Retreat
  • Lounge - 3 two seat settees +.
  • Lounge / Sunroom
  • Sunroom View
  • Sunroom View
  • Dining Room / Kitchen
  • Kitchen / Dining Room
  • Dining Room View
  • Patio
  • Bathroom
  • Laundry / Shower
  • Main Bedroom
  • Queen / Single Room
  • Two Single Beds
  • Studio & Gallery. Once for both milking and sheari
  • Meadowbank Art Studio
  • 1/2km Property driveway - Great for the dogs.
  • The driveway in Spring
  • Autumn on the driveway.
  • Feeding the resident eels
  • Orinoco Stream - for water loving dogs.
  • Motueka River - 5 minute drive. Fishing, picnics,
  • Mt Arthur - a winter scene
  • Kahurangi NP. 35 minute drive, 1hr+ walk. Great!
  • Mapua - 20 minutes. Cafes, shops, brewery
  • Kaiterirei Beach - 35 minute drive. Premier beach.
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 35 minutes drive.
  • Nelson Lakes NP. 1hr+ drive.
9
Max Guests
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms

About this Holiday House

Need a break from a busy world? Relaxing, comfortable & private. No road noise. Wake to just the birds, & sit on the patio to the sound of the stream below. Orinoco Retreat is a very well appointed 120sq/m (1200sq/ft) house. A genuine home away from home, WiFi, Netflix, & Nespresso coffee. 1km to Nelson Great Taste Trail. His and her bikes and helmets available. The house water supply is pure spring water. Located within a secure half ha (1 acre) paddock, a paradise for both kids & dogs. Exploring our 5 ha property, a selection of outdoor games, feeding the eels, & checking out the art gallery will keep everyone entertained. Indoor entertainment provided are 2 TV’s, 100+ DVD’s, a selection of board games, & a considerable library of books & magazines. For our guests convenience we have compiled a comprehensive clear file of information on activities, arts & crafts, vineyards, sightseeing and eating out in the Nelson, Golden Bay and Nelson Lakes regions, with recommendations and directions on how to get there. 15-20 minutes to Motueka, 35 minutes to Abel Tasman NP, 35 minute to Kahurangi NP walking tracks, 45 minutes to Nelson, & 1 hr to Nelson Lakes NP & Golden Bay.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Kitchen
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: High Chair
High Chair
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible Bathroom
Amenity: Bath
Bath
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Dryer
Dryer
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: DVD
DVD
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Other
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage

Bed layout

2 Queen(s), 3 Single(s), 1 Sofa bed(s)

Special Amenities

The cottage has beautiful mountain and pastoral views. A 1/2km of the Orinoco Stream meanders through the property, with picnic spots and swimming. A paradise for well behaved dogs. Exploring our 5 ha property is encouraged. Feeding the eels is fun, and the art gallery inspiring.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Trout fishing and Motueka River picnic spots and swimming beaches less than 5 minutes. Numerous ocean beaches, walking trails, mountain bike trails, road cycling on quiet country roads, restaurants, wineries and craft outlets throughout the region and within easy reach and close proximity. Check out Riverhaven restaurant just 5 minutes down the road.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
91 total reviews

Julie Robinson
A great place for a relaxing time out, a much needed getaway from it all. A beautiful rural setting and a comfortable cosy cottage. Mike and Anne were great hosts. We enjoyed Anne’s art work, also the local school festival and a garden visit. There is much to see in the area and there is information in the cottage.. We would love to come back. Thank you Mike and Anne.
Barbara Lemon & Margaret Mayson
Beautiful quiet and relaxing stay. Weather was great. House clean with plenty hot water for showers. No traffic noise. Plenty bird life to hear and see.
Stuart Reid
A very quiet and peaceful house for a restful holiday.
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Availability

  • 07 Dec – 13 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 16 Dec – 18 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 21 Dec – 09 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 11 Jan – 14 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 20 Jan – 21 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 24 Jan – 27 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 29 Jan – 30 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 02 Feb – 12 Feb 2026 Unavailable
  • 14 Feb – 02 Mar 2026 Unavailable
  • 04 Mar – 05 Mar 2026 Unavailable
  • ...and more

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
1 May - 30 Oct $150 / Night for 2 guests$302 Nights
24 Dec - 22 Jan $205 / Night for 2 guests$402 Nights
Rest of year$170 / Night for 2 guests$302 Nights
1 May - 30 Oct
$150 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $30Min. stay: 2 Nights
24 Dec - 22 Jan
$205 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $40Min. stay: 2 Nights
Rest of year
$170 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $30Min. stay: 2 Nights
01 May - 30 Sept. Weekly rate, 10% discount. Monthly rate, 35% discount.

Cancellations

The pending booking will be automatically cancelled after 48 hours or earlier depending on the check-in date.

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Location

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