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Ai's Rural Retreat

Motueka apartment with kitchen

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Interior
Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Motueka, Tasman
  • Place, Skydive Abel Tasman
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, SimPit Technologies
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Motueka District Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Motueka

In Motueka .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Skydive Abel Tasman and 6 miles (10 km) of SimPit Technologies with a stay here. Motueka District Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and Kahurangi National Park is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Skydive Abel Tasman - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • SimPit Technologies - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Motueka District Museum - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Kina Peninsula - 17 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 24 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Simply Indian - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ai's Rural Retreat

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. A lovely spacious studio unit with a newly refurbished bathroom in a quiet and peaceful rural area with great views over Motueka and out to the sea. Only 7km's to Motueka township and 20km's to Kaiteriteri beach.

There is a full kitchen so you can cook your meals if you wish too. There is also a clothes washing machine in the bathroom so if you have been away from home for a while you can get your clothes all nice and clean again during your stay.

In addition to the guest suite there is a deck for your personal use which can be accessed by going round the front side of the property and along the footpath in front of the unit. There are chairs and a table for you to use while you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and great views.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Turn off heat pump/aircon unit.
Turn off the oven at the wall switch.
Turn off the washing machine at the wall switch.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ai's Rural Retreat to the airport?

This apartment is 29.6 mi (42-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ai's Rural Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Ai's Rural Retreat to the beach?

This apartment is 12.7 mi (28-min drive) from Little Kaiteriteri Beach and 12.7 mi (28-min drive) from Kaiteriteri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ai's Rural Retreat offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ai's Rural Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

Is there free parking at Ai's Rural Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Ai's Rural Retreat have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Ai's Rural Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Ai's Rural Retreat to downtown Motueka?

This apartment is 3 mi away from Motueka.

Reviews

Ai's Rural Retreat Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irma v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax and Enjoy Breathtaking Views

Our one week stay at Ai's Rural Retreat was, despite the cold rainy weather, a pleasant experience. The accommodation is spacious ad nicely furnished. The elevated location provided, after the clouds disappeared, breathtaking views far across the landscape. The lovely owners, who live next door, were very private but very helpful if we needed something or had questions. A serene quiet place to relax while it is just a short drive to town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs

Wo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint location just 10 minutes from Moutueka high street

The host was prompt with replying messages, and we had a spacious, quiet self-contained unit despite being connected to the main house. The pictures depicted the condition accurately. Would recommend as a base to explore the Tasman region.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Break

Great accomodation with everything we needed. Very friendly & helpful host who came to help straight away when we had an issue with the washing machine. Beautiful setting with abundant birdlife that could be heard singing in the trees.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet Studio with view

Ai's Rural Retreat is a lovely equipped studio with a good kitchen, the view is amazing. Very clean and quiet. We recommend it highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025