Mapua

"Rated in top 14 most awesome sites in the world" (TripAdvisor). Gorgeous glamorous 'camping' with luxury settlers cottage (lounge, kitchen, bathroom, toilet) and Pearl and Ruby, our lovingly restored award-winning 1960s retro caravans - nestled in a glade beside a pond on a 7 acre farmlet. Pearl is an extra lounge; Ruby is the sumptuous boudoir. Themed around indulgence, quirkiness and romance, this is a holiday with a difference! Soak in the outdoor bath with the Milky Way above and the frogs serenading nearby, explore the organic orchards and fields on the 7 acres; admire the artwork; recline in the Cape Cod chairs; toast marshmallows on the outdoor fire; head out to cycle the Great Taste Trail to local wineries, artisans, beaches with our cycle fleet; pop down to Nelson's best cafes/restaurants at Mapua seaside village. Wander our open spaces, enjoying the birdlife, native trees and hand-feedable sheep. Bring ear-plugs for the night-time frog orchestra! Grab a lemon from the organic orchard for your G&T on your decks, or enjoy a delicious grapefruit for breakfast. Kissing Gate truly is glamorous 'camping' - with luxury glass shower (double), a full kitchen (fridge, microwave, cooktop), 2 lounges ....and of course beautifully appointed Pearl and Ruby. Set in cycling heaven amongst quiet country roads winding through olive groves and vineyards, Kissing Gate has ample room for cycles – you could use our electric-assist or standard bikes to visit the wineries like nearby Neudorf or Mahana. Catch the cycle ferry to Rabbit Island. It’s an easy 15min ride to Mapua seaside village with its cafes, artisans, craft brewery, live music, and stunning inlet, and use our tour maps for exploring right from the farm gate. Check out Corru Gate (3 bdrm rural chic cottage listing #3308) or Copper Gate ( 4 bdrm 2 year old eco-savvy designer home listing #48312) or romantic sumptuous Paris Suite apartment #64198. We have been so excited to create Kissing Gate and we would love to share its quirkiness and luxury with you. "OMG Love Love Love Love this place. It's amazing. We WILL be back. Thank you SOOOO much. It is perfect. You have created something truly special in this place. We are inspired and awestruck by your creativity and care. Many thanks for a wonderful stay." T&O, Kaikoura 2018