Title: Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Waterfront vacation home with a hot tub and a sauna ## Photo gallery for Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. ![Outdoor dining - Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. (Best Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/70df7d94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. (Best Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/d488221a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. (Best Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/e542020c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. (Best Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/70e7e3ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, music library, video library - Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. (Best Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/028029ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on an island near Richmond, Nelson and Mapua, Camelot Island Retreat offers a serene seaside escape. Unwind in the hot-tub or infrared sauna, paddle out with kayaks, and enjoy views of Tasman Bay from the waterfront garden. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil seaside retreat. Located on an island in the Waimea Estuary close to Richmond, Nelson and Mapua Camelot Island Retreat is incredibly peaceful and rural and the ideal base for adventures to the city centers, the vineyards and wineries and the Green Acres & Tasman Golf Courses. A hot-tub, infrared sauna, kayaks and a breathtaking view of the Tasman Bay and Nelson Ranges from the waterfront garden and balconies will make you feel like Kings and Queens at Camelot. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - 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Loud music and boom boxes are prohibited. The spa pool, shallow pond area at the entry and the proximity to the sea present hazards for children and adequate supervision will be required Use of spa, sauna and Kayaks are at guests own risk. Kayaks to be stored on the property when not in use. Showering before spa use is required. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Adequate supervision of children is required ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Best Island, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pic's Peanut Butter World and Natureland Zoo. Traveling with kids? Consider Nelson Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Best Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Best-Island.dx692486892153049088) [View more Vacation homes in Best Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Best-Island-Private-Vacation-Homes.d692486892153049088-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.29977%2C173.16406&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Oc5WzLa-WihWXjXyyftsmPwxf5Q=) Best Island, Tasman ### What's nearby - Greenacres Golf Course 4 min drive \- 2.2 km - Hoglund Art Glass 5 min drive \- 4.4 km - Seifried Estate Winery 8 min drive \- 8.7 km - Richmond Mall 11 min drive \- 9.8 km - Pic's Peanut Butter World 13 min drive \- 13.0 km ### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Zink 10 min drive - McDonald's 7 min drive - Kimchi & Wasabi 8 min drive - Pioneer Cafe 12 min drive - Coffee On Queen 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront.? ### What time is check-out at Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront.? ### Where is Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine F. Oct 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay. Amazing place, very comfortable, and great communication with the owners. ##### Katherine F. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny D. Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful scenery,just as the photos showSpacious accomodation. Big rooms. Excellent communication with host. All the facilities to make for a relaxing stay. Well stocked kitchen.. ##### Jenny D. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pranav k. Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most perfect vacation home A gorgeous place that had everything we could have asked for. We had a wonderful weekend despite the weather. With a picturesque backyard and a well equipped house, Camelot was one of the best South Island stays we have been to. We are definitely coming back for a longer stay next year. ##### pranav k. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley B. Oct 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wow! 12/10\. We were so impressed and so comfortable at Camelot and it felt like home. Everything is so well thought out, the kitchen has everything you could want (the coffee machine is a nice touch!) and the outdoor area was dreamy - not just for the spa, bbq area and views but also with the most incredible lawn ever. Paul and Dina are perfect hosts! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d87194ec-be8f-49f7-9403-04d0747ecf2e-1761801037136.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ashley B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark r. Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent A most wonderful property and great hosts......... ##### mark r. 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