Title: Self contained unit. By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=55233687&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Self contained unit. By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre ## Photo gallery for Self contained unit. By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre ![Beach - Self contained unit. By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre (Motueka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55240000/55233700/55233687/17e67541.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Self contained unit. 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By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre (Motueka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55240000/55233700/55233687/76fd0856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Glenwai is a tranquil retreat close to the beach, set in an extensive landscaped garden. Take a short walk along the pleasant pathway at your gate and enjoy birdlife by the estuary or visit nearby Motueka Golf course. The private apartment features its own entrance, ensuite bathroom and well-equipped kitchen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2323 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Self contained unit. By the beach and golf course only 2.2 kms to town centre Glenwai is a private, fully insulated, double glazed and warm apartment close to the beach. It is in a very quiet location surrounded by an extensive landscaped garden. It has its own private entrance, and ensuite bathroom and a well equipped kitchen. Easy walk to the Motueka Golf course and the town cafes. A pleasant walking/bike pathway is at the gate and will take you around the estuary with plenty of birdlife to be seen. Only 30 mins drive to Kahurangi and Able Tasman National Parks ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 323 square feet ## Similar properties ![Luxury Spa Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627800/9627726/11af5344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avalon Manor Motel Motueka - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor Space 9.4 Exceptional 217 reviews CA $155 CA $180 total includes taxes & fees Apr 1 - 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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 Registration Number 9478286 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Motueka, this apartment is on the waterfront. Tasman Golf Club and Neudorf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Motueka travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka.dx2505) [View more Apartments in Motueka](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Apartments.d2505-aaApartments.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-41.11932%2C173.02661&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rydk4_eQYK35_U9dX2gI65WMnMI=) Motueka, New Zealand ### What's nearby - ![Split Apple Rock, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112811/03f14d6b-985f-4401-84a9-258e7e1ad8a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Abel Tasman National Park 33 min drive \- 31.0 km - SimPit Technologies 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Motueka District Museum 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Kaiteriteri Beach 14 min drive \- 17.0 km - Tahunanui Beach Reserve 45 min drive \- 56.2 km ### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Top of the Town Dairy 5 min drive - Sprig + Fern Motueka 4 min drive - Toad Hall 4 min drive - The Smoking Barrel 5 min drive - The Village Café & Bar 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Self contained unit. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### david s. Nov 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time, the garden is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy your breakfast. ##### david s. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. Jan 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great hosts and a fantastic location Spotlessly clean, quiet location right across from the bay. Jenny & Ray are wonderful hosts and very kind😊 ##### Robert W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helena B. Mar 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### lovely accommodation, friendly owner, cant fault lovely clean, tidy and comfortable self contained room as described easy parking contactless check-in quiet location cooking facilities were great ##### Helena B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana D. Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home directly to the sea We had a wonderfull stay at jennys house!Very nice area around, everything you need was there and it was very clean!We can highly recommend it :) ##### Jana D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate R. Jan 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay Super 2 night stay in very comfortable surrounds, welcoming host, glorious garden, private, quiet and super location, very handy to a wedding we were attending. Would enjoy the opportunity to stay again just for a relaxing few days in the sunny top of the south. Super experience. ##### Kate R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie B. May 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Motueka Had a great stay. The accommodation was spotless and the little welcoming extras were very appreciated. Jennie you are an amazing hostess ##### Valerie B. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul S. Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Glenwai in Motueka The accommodation is very comfortable and is ideal for a couple or single person wishing to visit the Tasman Bay area. It is surrounded by a lovely formal and kitchen garden and is in a quiet area of the town near to the golf course. I would recommend the bach to anyone wishing to have a break in this area of the South Island. ##### Paul S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard M. Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A gem of a spot. Jenny is a wonderful host. Lovely garden that we had access to. Space is a little tight and some shade outdoors would enhance but then we did have lovely sunny weather. Very handy to the golf course. ##### Richard M. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara M. Dec 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely garden studio! We stayed in Jenny’s garden studio for a 5 day visit to Abel Tasman NP, and we loved it there! Her garden is incredibly beautiful and so peaceful! The studio was sparkling clean, and had just the right amount of appliances and kitchen gadgets. It’s in a great location and just a short drive from Abel Tasman and some wineries. Would highly recommend! ##### Kara M. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn C. Nov 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Booked a long time in advance and worth the wait I tend to spend a fair bit of time looking for just the right balance of location, price, facilities, prior reviews. Very glad this was my selection for our two nights in Motueka from where we did a day trip to the Abel Tasman. A couple of home made biscuits awaited us on arrival in the compact but cute and fully functional unit. Bathroom and shower was a good size. My partner explored the garden area out the back. Flyscreens on the opening windows to keep the sandflies etc out. Everything clean and in great condition. Freeview TV channels and good wifi. Coastal area just across the road and the local shipwreck an easy walk down the road. Thanks! ##### Glenn C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bronwyn C. Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Excellent ##### Bronwyn C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond G. Nov 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spotlessly clean, comfortable, quiet, tranquil garden & friendly hosts. Excellent ##### Raymond G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny T. Oct 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Prefect place to stay The little things make such a difference, apart from the gorgeous garden setting The rooms were spotless and the supply of milk is the most welcome touch for that urgent cup of tea after a day of travelling. The kind extra of a couple of afghans on a plate also much appreciated. Great hosts, the experience could not have been better. ##### Penny T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John L. Dec 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Accom Motueka This accommodation exceeded our expectations. Fantastic, superb and just right. The gardens are amazing and such a joy to walk around. Jenny and Ray excellent hosts. Have no hesitation in recommending to others. Thank you ##### John L. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. Mar 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, peaceful & clean unit We stayed at Ray & Jenny's for 10 days, the unit is fully contained. It was very comfortable both indoor and outdoor. We slept very peacefully on the comfy bed, great wifi and TV, and outside their gardens are beautiful. It's almost like a botanical garden, with multiple comfortable seating available under the trees in the shade, or if it's a cool morning, pick the chairs that are in the sun. And directly across the street from their beautiful grounds is the Motueka Quay, directly on the water. Easy lovely walk to town for restaurants & cafes. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay a Ray & Jenny's & would definitely stay again. ##### Robert W. Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George B. Jul 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute clean, great walks and cycling trails. Very peaceful and private. Harbour across the road with great walks. Very central to access Golden Bay or Nelson. Happy to return in future. ##### George B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniela Apr 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was well kept tidy and beautiful ##### Daniela Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josie O. Jan 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay. Friendly host and great location. Garden was amazing and the appartment had everything we needed. Thanks Jenny. ##### Josie O. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynne D. Jun 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean, Compact, Good Location Clean, Compact, Good Location, Friendly ##### Lynne D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B., New Zealand May 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### seaside delight Thank you Jenny and Geoff. Well appointed unit with real quality services. Shower delightful , our rating 10/10 . A lovely spot and so handy to bike track and beach. ##### John B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark C., Wellington Mar 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Stay Great setting, close to town centre, golf course and walks ##### Mark C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryann B. Jan 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spotlessly clean small but well equipped. Private and secure Great central location to explore. Special touches were really appreciated. Quality towels and comfortable bed. Coffee provided was the best and Netflix available for rainy days. Nothing to fault. ##### Maryann B. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne B. Jan 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful We enjoyed walking around the garden, lots of nice areas to sit and enjoy the peace and birds. Our unit was easily the best ever with lots of art and the nice touches that make you feel welcome. ##### Anne B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah, New Plymouth Nov 24, 2020 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely little studio surrounded by beautiful gardens. Was incredibly clean and tidy. We arrived to some delicious baking treats which were a delight. Great location, would highly recommend and wouldn’t think twice about staying there again! ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine B. Nov 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Surrounded in beauty Surrounded in beautiful gardens, close to the sea, awoken with magnificent bird song, wow. This wonderful sanctuary is just in the perfect location and attention to detail within the unit was a pleasure to experience. ##### Elaine B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020