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Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis

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Property grounds
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Linkwater, Marlborough
  • Popular LocationOkiwa Bay5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPicton Harbour28 min drive
  • Popular LocationPicton Ferry Terminal28 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)45 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Linkwater

Heart of Linkwater.At this Linkwater cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mahakipawa Arm and 6 miles (10 km) of Okiwa Bay. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Pelorus Eco Adventures and Pelorus Sound.

What's nearby

  • Mahakipawa Arm - 3 min walk
  • Okiwa Bay - 5 min drive
  • Picton Harbour - 28 min drive
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 28 min drive
  • Kenepuru Sounds - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Slip Inn - 15 min drive
  • Captains Daughter - 14 min drive
  • The Mussel Pot - 13 min drive
  • Mills Bay Mussels - 14 min drive
  • Sneaky Beach Cafe - 13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis

Modern and comfortable three bedroom cottage with all amenities. Open plan living and car port plus outside BBQ. The pictures speak louder than words. large mature trees and gardens with a fruit and nut Orchard.

All the comforts of home in a rural setting yet only 500 metres from the local store and petrol station. The Queen Charlotte Tavern is also available if you don't feel like cooking or the fishing wasn't really that good !! Wake to birdsong and plan your day....bring your boat or kayak if you have one and park it in your own driveway.

The slightly elevated site has water views over the Mahakipawa Arm of The Pelorus Sound but it is also within easy reach [8mins] of the Grove arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. The location is strategic to both Sounds but also within easy reach of the vineyards of Marlborough for a Cellar Door tasting or lunch. Proximity to Picton also makes it possible for a day trip to the Capital via the Tory Channel. The local town of Blenheim has all the usual retail outlets and even a theatre.

Havelock is the nearest small town with numerous coffee shops and cafes plus a large modern marina where you can launch your boat at any stage of the tide, why not take a trip on the Pelorus Sound mailboat? The house is also well situated for a visit by boat to the several lodges sited by the waters edge of both Sounds....some only accessible by water.

There are two houses on the property, one occupied by the owner who lives most of the summer at the property in the event you should need assistance. The cottage is situated on half an acre so there is a lot of space for everyone and your privacy will be respected at all times.

Property manager

John

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Steep stair for children or mobility challenged

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Linkwater
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Linkwater

Frequently asked questions

How close is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis to the airport?

This cottage is 19.4 mi (48-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis to downtown Linkwater?

This cottage is 1.1 mi away from Linkwater.

Queen Charlotte Secret Oasis Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pierre K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location , comfortable house
Over all good bar the sleeping arrangements and the odd bath room set up which could not be locked for privacy. Not suitable for easy access with 6 metre boat in tow very tricky driveway and would be near impossible without a 4 drive vehicle.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter 2024
Great place, warm cosy house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
A perfect location to enjoy the Sounds. Easy access to Havelock and Anikiwa Boat ramps. Plenty of fish, perfect weather and the perfect base.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Linkwater
We had a lovely stay here close to Picton, Nelson and Blenheim. A beautiful area and a lovely little cottage. Comfortable beds, lounges and dining table. None of the following comments are complaints but it might be helpful to be aware the internet is patchy, the stairs are unusual and steep, the upstairs bedrooms are not fully enclosed and can get warm, the bathroom has doors to both the main bedroom and the living area which requires a system for privacy and there are sand flies. We enjoyed the local pub, eating mussels at Havelock and our favourite restaurant in the ones we visited in the whole of New Zealand was 'The Fancy Cow'.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing hideaway
Nice spot to get away from it all. The listing is accurate. The Link Pathway cycle/walking track runs right outside the property and you can go quite a distance in either direction. Tip: To get the key-box code you need to log in to bookabach. While the emails say you will be "sent" the code, it doesn't actually get sent, just becomes visible in bookabach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little house
The house was perfect for our 3 day stay. It was great to be so close to the Queen Charlotte track. 4 of us stayed upstairs. The stairs were a bit odd to navigate but we got used to them. We were surprised we had to take our trash with us, but perhaps that’s part of the way it is at Marlborough Sounds. Played Scrabble every night. Loved the sheep next door. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Linkwater Holiday Home
Our family really enjoyed staying in this holiday home. It is a very warm comfortable clean home, great to come back to after a day out exploring and fishing. The garden setting is very quiet peaceful and relaxing. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accommodation
Accommodation was great, host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralf K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax in Marlborough Sounds
The place is great, super comfortable and in a quiet place (except occasional crazy cow mooing at 2 am ;). Definitely good for relaxing and BBQ and staying close to the sounds. One thing to mention, there are only like 2 places in the house where you can catch weak wifi and there's no reception (or if you're lucky 1 bar of Spark).
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful homejuts a short drive away to beaches
Lovely property with large garden, surrounded by sheep and cows, to the delight of my young boys! The property is close to a number of beaches and Queen Charlotte Track. It's worth checking for road closures in the area as access to some parts we had hoped to go was closed. We had a lovely stay and appreciated the fast communication with the host
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023