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A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Ruby Bay

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A spacious living room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, and a cozy seating area.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a red pillow, and a small table. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining area visible through an open door.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, a bathtub, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a large clock on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ruby Bay, Tasman
  • Place, Kina Peninsula
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tasman Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Mapua Wharf
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mapua

Seaside stay .A stay at this Ruby Bay vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Mapua Wharf and 6 miles (10 km) of Kina Peninsula. Mahana Estates and Tasman Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kina Peninsula - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Tasman Golf Club - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Seifried Estate Winery - 11 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Mapua Wharf - 14 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Neudorf - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jellyfish - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alberta's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mapua Village Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe - ‬18 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.

A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village

Welcome to "Sunny Private and Comfortable," a gorgeous home located in picturesque Ruby Bay. This gem accommodates a maximum of six guests .

For your sleep comfort, the bedrooms are arranged and aptly designed to give you a warm homey feeling coupled with a good night's rest.All have comfortable beds with high quality linen.

Amenities are thoughtfully provided to enhance your stay. Savor your morning cup of coffee brewed from our the coffee machine. Enjoy a cozy evening in front of the TV after a day exploring Ruby Bay. Make use of the convenient washer and dryer.

The modern and well-equipped kitchen has you coverred before dining al fresco using the outdoor furniture and BBQ. Should the evenings get chilly, our heat pump will ensure a toasty atmosphere. Don't worry about staying connected, we've got you covered with fast, reliable Wifi.

During the day, explore the proximity and lose yourself in Ruby Bay's beautiful outdoors and the nearby Mapua seaside village with it's array of cafes, restuarants and shops. Upon your return, unwind and find comfort in your private oasis as the sun sets.

At Sunny Private and Comfortable, your convenience is our priority, and your comfort is our passion. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

100008223

Frequently asked questions

How close is A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village to the beach?

This vacation home is 18.6 mi (27-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village to downtown Mapua?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Mapua.

A great family home in a semi rural location close to Ruby Bay Beach and Mapua Village Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendal P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay!

My husband and I were so pleased to stay in such a lovely, clean and tastefully decorated house. We had a wonderful time and loved sitting at the outside table for our meals. The house had everything we needed and we couldn’t have wished for anything else. Thankyou for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Just like it was advertised - sunny, private and comfortable. Enjoyed the location in between Nelson and Motueka and the wharf at Mapua and amenities were lovely. Exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

We loved this house. It had everything we needed and really felt like a home away from home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hamish G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal for families

Very comfortable and spacious home away from home. All the facilities needed by a family. Very quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful base

Perfect for a a few days with friends. Will be difficult to beat. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

william p.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

sunny,private comfortable.

I would add modern to the above-very happy and impressed with 44 pine hill road-we particularly liked the privacy and the peace and quiet.Spent 3 nights and wished for more-modern facilities and ease of using the property was a plus. Would use again . William
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very comfortable Mapua stay

We enjoyed the property very much. It was very well equiped and we can’t really fault it. The only aspect we were not happy with was the “Registration” process. In all the properties we have stayed at, this was the only time we had to register online. To do that, key components were to send an image of my credit card and an image of my drivers license (or passport). Sending an image of my credit card wasn’t so bad (although I resented it) what I really objected to was that my drivers license has my signature on it. This really is an identity risk and I won’t do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lee H.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

The host needs work

Can’t comment on the property itself as due to unforeseen circumstances we did not use the property however the response and service provided form the “host” was terrible. Point blank ignored any questions I had and when questioned as to why I was over changed all I got as a reply was, oh I don’t know but maybe it’s a credit card fee. Then nothing Won’t be using them again
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elevated solitude

Set on an elevated site this home was a wonderful location for our families holiday. A short 500m walk to the nearby beach complimented the short drive or longer walk into Mapua for several amenities. The home is warm, comfortable and enjoys plentiful sun into the living area. The beds were equally comfortable ensuring a restful night. In short, we loved our stay and would return to this holiday house in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

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