Title: Raisin Town - Marahau Bach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Cottage with kitchen, near Abel Tasman National Park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45033400/45033390/0652592c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45033400/45033390/31cc6fee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45033400/45033390/acad36ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45033400/45033390/0097ae24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45033400/45033390/52ecadda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Right across the road from the beach, Raisin Town is a funky 2-bedroom Marahau bach with bright open plan living and a fireplace. Unwind on the front deck, take in ocean views and enjoy relaxing space in the garden or read by your favourite spot. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Positioned right across the road from the beach, and next door to the local cafe, Raisin Town is a funky 2 bedroom Marahau Bach. This kiwi treasure is fun and relaxed, with a cosy set up for your break by the beach... This Marahau bach includes bright open plan living, with a fireplace to keep you toasty during those cooler stays - for the ultimate summer set up, the front deck is a perfect spot to unwind, take in the ocean views, and watch the world go by... The spacious garden provides additional relaxing space - find your favourite spot and chill out with a good book! Each of the bedrooms at this Marahau Accommodation has a queen bed, making this an ideal option for singles or couples - bedroom 1 has a lovely view to the beach. Head next door to the cafe, stroll across the road to the beach, or catch a water taxi to one of the many parts of the Abel Tasman National Park walking tracks. Plus, you are 20 minutes from Motueka, and wineries are only a half hour drive away. Everything you need for a refreshing Marahau getaway awaits... Welcome to Raisin Town! As the property has access to the beach, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.Please note WiFi is available for an additional cost by turning WiFi on your device and connecting to the local service.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, oven, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37915300/37915235/6be9da09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marahau Magic - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Raisin Town Marahau Bach Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Marahau 596099 Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Private vacation home Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Private vacation home Marahau ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-41.005814,173.00468&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:fagyFg%7E%7C%7E_%40%3FU%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FS%40U%40U%40Q%40UBS%40Q%40UBUBQBUBSBQDUBQDUDQBQDUDQFQDSFQFQDQFQFQFQFQHOFQHOFQHOHQHMHOHOHMJOJOHMJKHOJOLKHKJMLMJIJMLKJGLMLKLGJILKLILGLINGLELILENGLELGNELCNGNELANELCNANENCL%3FNANCN%3FNCN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FLBN%40N%3FNBNDL%40NBLDN%40NDLFNBLDNFLDLFNDLHLDLFNHJFLHLJLHLFJJLLLFJJLLJHJLJLJJJJJNJJJNHLJNHNHLHNJNHLHPFNHPFNHPFNFPHPFPFPDPFPDPFRDPDPDTDPDPBTDPBTDP%40RBTBPBTBT%40P%40R%40TBP%3FT%40T%40R%3FT%40P%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAP%3FTARAT%3FTCPATARAPCTCTCPCTARERCREPCTEPEPETEPEPGPERGPEPGPGPIPGRGLIPGNIPGNIPINKLINILINKNILKNKJKNKJKJKNKJKJMJKJMFMLKJMFMHMJMHKFOHMFMFMFODMHMDODMBOFMDODO%40MDOBM%40ODOBO%3FOBM%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAOCM%3FOCOEOAMCOEMAOEOEMGOCMEMEOIMEMGMGOGMIMGMIMKKIMGMKMMKGMKKKKKMKKOIKMKKOIOKKIMKOKOIMIOIMIOIQIOGQIOGQIMGSGQGQGQEQGQGSEQGQEQEUCQEQEUCQESCSCSCUCQCUAUAQCSAUAQAUAU%3FSAU%3FQ%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-wnyAqpnXL5FVvZZEilm3yJkJRM=) Marahau, Nelson - Golden Bay #### What's nearby - Marahau Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Abel Tasman Coast Track - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Abel Tasman National Park - 12 min drive - 1.9 km - Kaiteriteri Beach - 12 min drive - 7.3 km - Golden Bay - 49 min drive - 75.6 km #### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Fat Tui - ‬14 min walk - ‪Park Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Beached Whale - ‬15 min drive - ‪Gone Burgers - ‬15 min drive - ‪Waterfront - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Raisin Town - Marahau Bach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Raisin Town - Marahau Bach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Raisin Town - Marahau Bach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Raisin Town - Marahau Bach located? > Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marahau Beach and Abel Tasman Coast Track. Abel Tasman National Park and Honeymoon Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Raisin Town - Marahau Bach Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne P. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly as described! Cosy. Clean. Comfortable. Great location. Well-equipped kitchen. Fun beach decor—inside and out. ##### Susanne P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale B. Jan 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Right in the middle of the fun Property has a great location for watching all the activity in Mārahau from the deck whilst having breakfast! Explored the Abel Tasman tracks, visited Split Apple Rock and Kaiteriteri. Cafe/bar was close by for coffees or happy hour and dinner. Lovely holiday in a kiwi bach - thank you! ##### Dale B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie C., Redwood, Christchurch. NZ Feb 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely beach front property Great location, just across the road from the beach. Handy to information centre, cafe and boat ramp. Located approximately 1km from the start of the Abel Tasman Walkway. Property was clean and tidy and we enjoyed our stay. ##### Julie C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 11, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place in a fantastic spot Great stay here with dawn views to die for. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lilias B. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Lilias B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Michelangelo](https://www.expedia.ca/Sorrento-Hotels-Hotel-Michelangelo.h2806579.Hotel-Information) > > [Swiss Village Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hotels-Swiss-Village-Inn.h8635794.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Plattsburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Plattsburgh.h5588.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Motels.d6057903-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Walk to hospital! 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