Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Washington Valley vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of South Pacific Distillery and Paddy's Knob Reserve. Anzac Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront!
Tipi Haere means to roam about or call in at places - a name chosen to welcome visitors to Nelson & this very special spot!
Nestled on Nelsons prestigious Princes Drive with sparkling sea & panoramic city views, this brand new, light filled & architecturally inspired home offers every modern convenience.
Wonderfully cosy & tastefully furnished with excellent amenities, this home lends itself to relaxation & unwinding.
Enjoy open plan living with fantastic flow to the top-deck BBQ & entertaining area or head down the steps to the private garden area below.
You'll love the great proximity to the beach as well as the city s theatres, galleries, shopping, restaurants & bars. All are within walking distance or a quick 3min. drive!
**Special conditions & notes**:
- Strictly no party, gatherings or venue use. No Smoking. Pets are not permitted.
- Security cameras - For the general security of the property & guests, cameras surveil the parking and driveway areas.
- Noise in the area - This is a generally quiet area, however, this property is located on a main road where passing traffic can be heard, particularly during the main commuting hours on weekdays. Please be assured that the home is double glazed and well insulated.
**Payment, Bond/Security Deposit and Cancellation**:
- A 30% deposit secures your stay with the balance due 3 weeks prior to your arrival (full payment will be required if booking within 3 weeks of arrival).
- Three weeks prior to your arrival (or immediately if booking within 3 weeks of arrival), you’ll need to provide a card authority for the bond/security deposit via our secure online check in process.
- Cancel anytime up until 3 weeks prior to arrival for any reason and you’ll pay no more than 30% of the booking total.
- Where compassionate circumstances for cancellation exist, we’ll be happy to look at further flexibility, usually in the form of postponement of your stay, or a credit towards future stay dates.
- A Rental Agreement document is provided as part of the booking process. Please refer to the agreement for full terms and conditions. :-)
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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
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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! to the airport?
This vacation home is 4.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! to the beach?
This vacation home is 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Does Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! to downtown Nelson?
This vacation home is 1 mi away from Nelson.
Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Lianne L.
Feb 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot while in Nelson
We enjoyed our stay in Nelson, the space was comfortable for 6 adults, and the view was lovely. Well equipped kitchen even though our stay wasn’t really long enough to cook much more than simple breakfasts. I would say that we didn’t really consider it walking distance to town, given that it was straight up/down and we are all fairly fit people. Carrying groceries or supplies would have been next to impossible. That said, we had a car so it wasn’t an issue, just a note for future guests.
Lianne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Pat B.
Aug 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
BHM
It was a very good house in a good location
Pat B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jan S.
Dec 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Recuperating from surgery
We found this property excellent - super clean, beautifully fitted out and comfortable. It had everything we needed and more. We needed easy access. Only downside was the road is quite noisy.
Jan S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachael B.
Nov 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family mini break
Great place to stay - very central. Nice walk to town or the beach. Great views.
Rachael B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melanie S.
Jul 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday house
Really enjoyed our stay here, the house was very clean and had everything we needed. The communication was very good with the owners. Would recommend.
Melanie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shona D.
May 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and views
Very happy with our stay
Shona D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui P., Tauranga, New Zealand.
Feb 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stop over while travelling down country.
This is a fantastic spot to base yourself while visiting the Nelson district. Close to supermarkets, gas stations and the water front. Boat Shed is just down the hill!
The house does not disappoint. everything you need is here.
Jacqui P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Steven F.
Jan 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Our family really enjoyed our trip to sunny Nelson. Well positioned Bach, easy access to city, region and beach. Very tidy and well presented home, only drawback is the road noise. Otherwise excellent.
Steven F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Alastair and Carey B.
Dec 23, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Princes St stay
We really enjoyed staying in this part of Nelson and at this property. The house was very light and tidy with simple but very tasteful decor. Close to central city but also Tahunanui Beach and all the outer attractions. The road can be busy and noisy at times but isn't too noticeable when windows and doors are shut. House does heat up during the day so keeping blinds down all day is essential but Air-Con is really good to compensate for this. Highly recommend this property.
Alastair and Carey B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sharri R.
Jul 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Sunny Nelson
We had a great stay at Tipi Haere Holiday Home. It was an excellent base and we enjoyed basking in the sunshine that was streaming through the windows while watching the harbour below.
Sharri R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Kari H.
Feb 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cleanest VR by far. Views are stunning.
Having rented dozens of homes through VRBO, this was the cleanest by miles. The views from front and back are stunning. The beds and furniture are comfortable and modern. Appliances are new and not beat up and junky like a lot of rentals. The street can get busy and parking can feel tight when cars are racing up the road but that seemed to be for only a short time each day. The kitchen could use a few more dishes. Would be a good idea to have an extra key for guests who might be doing separate activities or in situations of needed home repair. Those are our only complaints so....overall, great.
Kari H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Lisa G.
Feb 17, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular house, great view!
This house was by far the best appointed house we were in during our three week stay in New Zealand! The beds, linens, comforter/blanket options, pillow options were all there so you could adjust things to your particular needs/wants. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, pots/pans etc. It would have been nice for there to be a bit more in the way of spices etc. but that's a minor thing.
Nelson is a much busier place than we expected so although this house isn't far from town walking in didn't feel safe as people drive really fast on these windy, hilly roads. So having a car to get around seems essential to me. The driveway into the house is at a sharp angle so getting out onto the road was a bit precarious depending on the traffic. And as the house is really close to the road, when you have the windows open, which we did because it was warm while we were there, you could hear the cars zipping up and down the road.
But all those things were minor, workable issues for us. The drive into the main part of town was an easy 5 minutes and the house was easily accessible to dining out, wineries, as well as hiking and National Parks. So overall, this was a great house and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
Lisa G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Laura I.
Jan 2, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & stunning views
A fantastic spot, perfect for the beach and town. The house is immaculate and everything you need is available. The road can be quite busy at times because it's a short cut between town and Tahunanui, but this shouldn't be a deterrent. Thanks again!