Title: Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway - 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 # Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005300/100005287/e3e6e641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005300/100005287/d4db57ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005300/100005287/d9e834f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005300/100005287/be78dea4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005300/100005287/7c81a7da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above the Motueka River, Awatea Cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind on your sun-soaked deck surrounded by lush orchards, vineyards and breathtaking views of Tasman Bay. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2495 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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. ### Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway Treat yourself to one of the best views in Motueka in the self-catering luxury accomodation, Awatea Cottage. Looking out over the Motueka River, surrounding orchards, vineyards and Tasman Bay, Nelson and Richmond mountain ranges from the peace and quiet of your sun-soaked deck. This charming cottage is a luxurious and private three room (one bedroom) building. You will be delighted by the quiet and careful attention to detail that welcome you here at the doorstep for Abel Tasman National Park. Other things to note The Cottage sits at the top of a steep sealed driveway making the access unsuitable for most campervans or other large/heavy vehicles. We have free range chickens, a cat and a dog on the property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 100% renewable energy - Bed sheets changed on request - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Property does not allow children - 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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 ## About the area ![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-41.10857%2C172.95546&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L2jDtY_gSKdTZtcLZ8NGs4E2ivY=) Brooklyn, Tasman #### What's nearby - Motueka District Museum - 10 min drive - 9.5 km - Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 13.4 km - Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 14 min drive - 13.4 km - Skydive Abel Tasman - 15 min drive - 12.7 km - Marahau Beach - 19 min drive - 19.6 km #### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Toad Hall - ‬13 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive - ‪Riverside Cafe - ‬17 min drive - ‪Simply Indian - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway ? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Awatea Cottage: Luxury Abel Tasman Getaway located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kahurangi National Park, Motueka District Museum, and SimPit Technologies. Skydive Abel Tasman and Kaiteriteri Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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