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Self-contained Arapiki Homestay Unit 1

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Stoke, Nelson
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
    17 min walk
  • Burrell Park
    3 min drive
  • Nelson Golf Links
    4 min drive
  • Nelson (NSN)
    4 min drive

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About the area

Nelson

With a stay at this apartment in Nelson (Stoke), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Isel Park and Greenmeadows Park. .This apartment is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Marsden Recreation Ground and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.

What's nearby

  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 17 min walk
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Nelson Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min drive
  • Trafalgar Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zink - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McCashin's Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greenmeadows Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Squires Pub & Cafe - ‬15 min walk

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 Arapiki Homestay Unit 1

This homestay unit is the larger of 2 homestay units in the hosts large property. It is centrally located for easy access to Nelson, the Tahunanui beach, Richmond and beyond. The unit is entered from a deck area set in a private, fenced, lawn and garden area where guests can feel 'at home'. (The hosts have their own outdoor living area in another part of the property). The entrance to the unit is through ranch-slider doors which open into the main bedroom/lounge area which contains a double bed, single bed, comfortable chairs, wardrobe and TV etc. This opens into a kitchen which has a full electric stove, microwave, large fridge with freezer compartment, and a table and chairs off to the side. A door opens into an area where there is a shower, toilet and hand-basin and an automatic washing machine.
The unit is private and apart from the living area of the friendly and helpful hosts. The shower area has heated towel rails and the beds have electric blankets on them. There is an iron and ironing board in the unit and the kitchen has a full set of cooking utensils and cutlery. There is a DVD player in this unit and Wireless Internet Access for your computer. If required a continental breakfast is available at a cost of $10 per person.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

GeoffandKay

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Freezer
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The property is smoke-free both inside and outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 323 sq ft (30 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Arapiki Self-contained Homestay Unit 1 Nelson
Arapiki Self-contained Homestay Unit 1 Apartment
Arapiki Self-contained Homestay Unit 1 Apartment Nelson

Self-contained Arapiki Homestay Unit 1 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Arapiki
Geoff and Kay were the most amazing hosts. Would have no hesitation in recommending Arapiki.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stoke
Great locality, but unit a bit cold
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy stay
We were looking for a place to stay as my daughter was starting work in Nelson. Jeff and Kay were friendly and welcoming. Our accommodation was warm and comfortable. Its central location made it easy for us to find our way around
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This was a very comfortable, value for money accommodation, and the hosts were warm and welcoming. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arapiki
Very good. Nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and unit. It was quiet and private with a beautiful garden outlook. Geoff and Kay were great hosts and very helpful. I would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts - highly recomend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja E., Totara Heights, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
A well looked after apartment that is very clean and tidy with a beautiful, well kept, private garden. We were able to relax and enjoy our stay with Geoff and Kay., both such wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
Friendly hosts. Everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Geoff and Kay were great. What a lovely couple! Beautiful home and garden 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ch G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall excellent and honest offer!
Kay and Geoff are very nice hosts and people. Everything was as per description. Very clean and quiet. A central starting point for everything that's to discover in Nelson and suroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Garden apartment
A secluded area with separate entrance and sun drenched sun deck in afternoon and evening with gorgeous gardens everywhere.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Heinz H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in Arapiki
Thanks Geoff and Kay for your hospitality. I really enjoyed my stay, enjoyed all the quick chats. If I ever need accomodation again in Nelson, I’ll be making a booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Haven
Absolute delightful apartment - we had all the comforts of home super clean and excellently presented handy to the supermarket short drive to the CBD along the waterfront quiet and peaceful location Thank you Geoff and Kaye for a wonderful week - the perfect hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful hosts and great locality.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a car and this allowed to stay away from the crowded city. The location was perfect for us. The hosts were very welcoming and provided us with all the amenities we could have wished for.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little self contained place.
Perfect for a longer stay. Private. Handy for Nelson, Stoke and Richmond.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Stay in Nelson
The sunny deck caught our eye while reviewing properties for a month long stay on the North Island. Unit had everything we were looking for with a modest price. We had a fabulous time exploring Nelson and the surrounding area. At every return to our unit , we called it home. A great place to stay
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded quite wonderful garden close to all of stoke and Nelson

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
This property is very comfortable and homely, lovely gardens and beautiful views, very handy location close to a supermarket and Stoke shopping centre. Very kind caring hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Fabulous hosts Like staying with family
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

karaitiana m.

Liked: Cleanliness
very friendly hosts and great little property
Clean, private with a great outdoor area. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arapiki delight
Relaxing beautiful and clean, and lovely gardens and great hosts Geoff and Kay, highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer break
Lovely unit, very cost and comfortable, had everything we needed for our stay 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Moana O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
We have stayed here previously and so we know this is like home away from home. Wonderful hosts, great amenities and a lovely garden outlook to enjoy an early evening wine. We love it here and will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020