[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound Vacation home in Moetapu Bay with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907500/37907414/ab88ee7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907500/37907414/d887d119.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907500/37907414/e3c47640.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907500/37907414/cec0cf2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907500/37907414/d623e5ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience a tranquil retreat at Idyllic Beachside at Mahau Sound, surrounded by native bush and offering absolute waterfront views. Unwind on the expansive deck with all-day sun, soak in the outdoor bath under the stars or visit our glow worm grotto along the drive! The beach provides for safe swimming, water skiing and fishing. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - 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. ### Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound Experience the ultimate in waterfront luxury in an architecturally designed, four-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat in the stunning Marlborough Sounds. Designed for discerning guests, this high-end new build offers absolute beachfront access, all-day sun, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Luxury Waterfront retreat is surrounded by native bush, with curated planting around the deck area leading to a large lawn and the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Thoughtful landscape design creates multiple different outdoor living spaces. The modern house remains faithful to the kiwi “bach” vernacular and sits comfortably in its place. Walking outside to the water feels like stepping into a landscape painting. Every detail of this home is crafted for luxury and comfort. The interior showcases artwork by leading New Zealand artists, while the fully equipped gourmet kitchen features an espresso machine and Le Creuset crockery for the ultimate culinary experience. The open-plan living space flows onto a spacious deck, providing an elegant setting for alfresco dining and relaxation. Outdoors, a large fireplace and a Weber barbecue make for effortless entertaining, ensuring guests can enjoy high-end outdoor cooking and warmth under the stars. For those seeking tranquillity, the private yoga studio offers a dedicated space for meditation and movement. Unwind in the outdoor, heated infinity shower, surrounded by native bush and birdsong. For a deeper indulgence, soak in the outdoor bath under the stars, surrounded by the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. Perfect for those who appreciate exclusivity, comfort, and adventure, this property is more than a holiday home—it’s a first-class experience. Whether arriving by land or sea, this premium retreat delivers the finest in waterfront luxury. Immerse yourself in the ultimate coastal escape. Due to the fact the property has unfenced access to the bay, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around waterStrictly no animals are allowed at this property due to the native wildlife in the area. There are assorted sizes of life jackets which you are welcome to use at your own risk if you are kayaking.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 ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### 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: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, dishwasher, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388100/106388085/c09e4008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moetapu Magic - Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Picton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=106388085&PinnedHotelID=106388085&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45035400/45035369/a6ac6219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ngaire's Haven - Mahau Sound Holiday Home Mahau Sound - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=45035369&PinnedHotelID=45035369&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108831900/108831861/7a6d43db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nature's Luxury - Moetapu Bay Holiday Home Picton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=108831861&PinnedHotelID=108831861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111325100/111325027/d786b28a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront & spacious. 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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 597478 ## About the area Located in Moetapu Bay, this vacation home is near the beach. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre and Picton Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Picton Ferry Terminal and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary. Pelorus Eco Adventures and Waitohi Recreational Reserve are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Moetapu Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Moetapu-Bay.dx553248635926197970) [View more Vacation homes in Moetapu Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Moetapu-Bay-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248635926197970-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-41.25718,173.87053&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hdxzFyafd%60%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%3FQ%40U%40S%40U%40U%40Q%40UBS%40SBSBUBQBUBSBSDSDQBSDSDQDSDSFQDSFQFQDQHQFQFOFQHQFOHQFMHSHMJOHOHMHOJOHMJOJKJOJIJOJKJKLMJKJKLKLIJKLGLKLILGLILILGLINELGLELINELENENELCNELANENCNALCNANCN%3FNCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%3FNBL%40NBN%40NBLDN%40NDLBNDLDNDLDNHLDLFLDNHLFLHLHLFLHLJJFLJLHJJLJJJJLJJLJJNJHHNLJHNJLHNJNHLHNHNHLHRHLFPHNHPFPFNFPFPFPFPDPFRDPFRDRDPBRDRDPDRBRBRBTBPBTBR%40R%40RBT%40P%40T%40T%40R%3FT%40P%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAP%3FTATARATAPCTATANCTCTCPCTCTCPERERENCTEPERGRERGPEPGPGPGPGPGNGPIPINGPINIPINILINILKNINKLINMJINKJKLMLKJKJKJMJKJMHMJKFMJMHMHMFMHMFOHMDMHMDOFMDOFMBODMBODO%40MFO%40OBO%40M%40OBO%3FOBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOCOAMAOCOAOGMAOEMCOEOCMGOEMGMEMIOEMIMGMIMGMIMIMKMGKKMIMKKKKKMKKKKMKMKKKOKKKOIMKOIOIMIOKMIOIQGOIQGOIQGQGOGQIQEQGQGQEQGSESESEQEUCOESESCQCUCUCQCUCUAOCUAUAQAUASAUAU%3FQ%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YRY47FXZ7mRJqbYndozwJr5VUeA=) Mahau Sound, Marlborough ### What's nearby - Okiwa Bay - 16 min drive - 10.8 km - Kenepuru Sounds - 23 min drive - 11.5 km - Picton Ferry Terminal - 37 min drive - 25.5 km - Picton Harbour - 38 min drive - 25.8 km - Waikawa Marina - 43 min drive - 30.1 km ### Getting around - Picton (PCN) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mills Bay Mussels - ‬26 min drive - ‪The Sneaky Beach Cafe - ‬25 min drive - ‪Queen Charlotte Tavern - ‬12 min drive - ‪Te Mahia Coffee Shop - ‬28 min drive - ‪Raetihi Lodge - ‬143 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Waterfront Retreat at Mahau Sound located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mahakipawa Arm, Okiwa Bay, and Kenepuru Sounds. Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre and Pelorus Eco Adventures are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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