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1. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is CA $144
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Wheelhouse Inn

2. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (243 reviews)
"Great location and great room with space to make you feel at home. The hosts were friendly and everything was very easy"
Australia
Nathan
The price is CA $116
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Beaches Nelson

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,424 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Damian
The price is CA $83
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

4. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is CA $105
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Quest Nelson

5. Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach

Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach
Mapua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Lovely house, comfy beds, gorgeous views and great outdoor space"
New Zealand
Chrissy S.
The price is CA $117
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach

6. Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Mapua (Ruby Bay)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay, would highly recommend! Super clean, lovely hosts (including Frankie!) and well equipped."
New Zealand
Hannah Y.
The price is CA $183
CA $237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

7. Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed

Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed
Mahana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Cool location, very nice hosts, unique setting, extremely clean, well-stocked kitchen"
United States
Corina N.
The price is CA $171
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed

8. Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Very warm and inviting with amazing views!"
New Zealand
Christian O.
The price is CA $152
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

9. Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman

Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman
Tasman
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We loved this property. It was private and peaceful with a lovely rural outlet and some very cute pet sheep. While near the main homestead the set up and positioning made it private with its own parking area and entranceway. A short walk was a paved track which went down to the beach. Stunning views from the top over the bay. We spent most of our time onsite for the 4 days we were there celebrating a 90th birthday and it was excellent to be able to bring my elderly dad there each day for...
Australia
Kimberley
The price is CA $138
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Cosy lifestyle retreat in idyllic Tasman

10. A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.

A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Wonderful hospitality at this beautiful residence. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
New Zealand
Matt M.
The price is CA $183
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.

11. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is CA $118
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Avalon Manor Motel

12. The Studio with water views

The Studio with water views
Tasman
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great setup, lovely outlook and central location Very helpful hostsWe will be staying again if available "
New Zealand
michael g.
The price is CA $82
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
The Studio with water views

13. Māpua Cabbage Trees, a cosy and private Cabin near the village centre

Māpua Cabbage Trees, a cosy and private Cabin near the village centre
Māpua
The price is CA $110
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Māpua Cabbage Trees, a cosy and private Cabin near the village centre

14. 39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home

39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home
Appleby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Wonderful home, great set up, comfy beds, host was amazing with communication and going that extra level. Excellent location with cafe, kids playground, restaurant just around the corner. Would highly recommend. "
New Zealand
Hilary B.
The price is CA $367
CA $623 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home

15. Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010

Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010
Stepneyville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"We loved the Munro Manor! Beautiful views, accommodation, and pool! One of our favorite VRBOs!"
United States
Katie A.
The price is CA $155
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010

16. Newly renovated waterfront apartment with stunning views of Nelson Harbour

Newly renovated waterfront apartment with stunning views of Nelson Harbour
Stepneyville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Loved the accommodation. In fact we've been there for meals when it was the Harbour Light Bistro. Loved the views over the water, the light airiness of the upstairs and the outdoor living areas. Well stocked with everything needed. Will stay there again."
New Zealand
neil W.
The price is CA $183
CA $360 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Newly renovated waterfront apartment with stunning views of Nelson Harbour

17. Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees

Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
Wakatu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"The hosts were great, the house is huge and delightful. We will recommend this to our visiting friends."
United States
george b.
The price is CA $199
CA $381 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees

18. Nelson Waterfront Apartment, Stunning Harbour Views, Walk to Beach & Restaurants

Nelson Waterfront Apartment, Stunning Harbour Views, Walk to Beach & Restaurants
Stepneyville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Road traffic is loud at times."
United States
Tim S.
The price is CA $286
CA $489 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Nelson Waterfront Apartment, Stunning Harbour Views, Walk to Beach & Restaurants

19. 3-bedroom house with sunny deck & gardens close to beach, city centre & hospital

3-bedroom house with sunny deck & gardens close to beach, city centre & hospital
Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Only spent the night unfortunately. Don’t have time to explore the local area but it looked fantastic. "
United States
Mary P.
The price is CA $216
CA $445 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
3-bedroom house with sunny deck & gardens close to beach, city centre & hospital

20. Seymour Sleeps, Deluxe 1 Bed Apartment with Pool

Seymour Sleeps, Deluxe 1 Bed Apartment with Pool
The Brook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Superb location and lovely little studio for my husband and I - so close to Nelson. A very safe area, everything we needed for our stay. Thanks for the wonderful warm hospitality. "
New Zealand
KERRY S.
Seymour Sleeps, Deluxe 1 Bed Apartment with Pool
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Find out more about Rabbit Island

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Rabbit Island. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Rabbit Island?

Yes, we have vacation rentals close to top points of interest in Rabbit Island, or you can go with a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Rabbit Island is known for its beaches.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Rabbit Island has to offer?

A stunning home with views that have to be seen to be believed: Visitors like this Rabbit Island vacation home rental. It offers a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and an oven, so you can cook with friends or family.

What’s there to see and do in Rabbit Island?

Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Founders Heritage Park, or get out into nature at a spot like Tahunanui Beach Reserve. Rough Island Equestrian Park and Mapua Wharf are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Rabbit Island like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can book for a few weeks or just a few days in Rabbit Island. Vacation rentals offer extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.