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Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views

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Miscellaneous
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Room options

Sun-loungers

Secluded Cottage on beautiful private Peninsula

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
Secluded Cottage on beautiful private Peninsula
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About the area

Map
Collingwood, Tasman

What's nearby

  • Tukurua Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Milnthorpe Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Parapara Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Golden Bay - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 43 min drive - 45.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mussel Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Collingwood Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Naked Possum - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mussel Inn Bush Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mad Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views

Listen to native bird song, watch stunning sunrises, and stargaze from lovely Mamaku cabin, at Ao Marama Retreat.

The cabin itself is a double ensuite cabin of wood construction and built to minimise it's impact on the environment, with enough comforts to make your stay feel like a true escape.

Ao Marama Retreat in Golden Bay, New Zealand is a former Buddhist retreat set amongst 16 acres of Regenerating Native Bush. The retreat is nestled on a hill with sweeping views of the sparkling ocean below.

We strive to create a more sustainable form of tourism, and believe everyone has the right to travel the world but also a responsibility to reduce our impact on our planet. Our initiatives include:
- our water is all collected rain water
- we grow organic food in our gardens
- have chickens for eggs
- reduce, recycle and re-use everything we can

Next step is to remove our dependance on the grid by installing a Solar and Solar PV system for our main home and cabins.

Golden Bay itself true nature lovers paradise - a unique blend of Mountains, Rivers, Bush and Ocean - and if you love the outdoors you will find what you want to do here - walking, cycling, mountain biking, swimming, kayaking, sailing, hunting, fishing. We can help arrange any of these activities.

Of course you if you just prefer to really unplug and slow down and enjoy nature you don t even have to leave the retreat - enjoy the beauty of nature and the bush from various lookout points, order an organic food pack to cook a lovely meal or do a yoga session on our viewing platform.

Come and be closer to nature.

Property manager

Duan and Elizabeth

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: may be allowed but need to request in advance

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Mamaku Cabin Ao Marama Retreat Stunning Bush Setting Ocean Views
Mamaku Ao Marama Retreat Stunning Bush Setting Ocean Views
Mamaku Cabin Ao Marama Retreat Stunning Bush Setting Ocean Views
Mamaku Cabin Ao Marama Retreat Stunning Bush Setting Ocean Views
Mamaku Ao Marama Retreat Stunning Bush Setting Ocean Views

Frequently asked questions

Is Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mamaku Cabin - Ao Marama Retreat - Stunning Bush setting and Ocean Views located?

Situated in Collingwood, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tukurua Bay and Collingwood Museum. Collingwood Recreation Ground and Milnthorpe Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant S., Motueka

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Excellent
My wife and I are both very impressed with our stay at Ao Marama. Incredible hosts, fantastic environment and stunning scenery. We couldn't have asked for a better place to have spent the weekend, the facilities were very clean and very nice. The communal outdoor kitchen is such an awesome idea. we will most definitely be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Egden E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
We stayed at Ao Marama for our honeymoon and found true relaxation in this beautiful setting. Duan and Elizabeth were so welcoming and helpful. Make sure you sit out on the sun deck and ask for a morning coffee - seriously good brew! Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hana K., Queenstown, NewZealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Host was lovely and accommodating, made sure we knew of lots of things to do in the area. Nice and quiet and out of the way. Beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Jan B.

Wondering? But overall very good
We wondered if the sheets were clean and then we found a contact lens - not ours - in our bed which implied the sheets were not fresh and clean. Otherwise the overall impression was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax and recharge
not hard to book

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelelnt
Great hosts and awesome location

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Peaceful Paradise
This was a far too short stay. You wake up to the songs of tuis and grry warblers and look out over a blissful view I loved the off the grid experience with none of the basics lacking. Elizabeth and Duan are fabulous hosts and I can't wait to return.😁

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Beautiful remote location with views of the Bay. Community kitchen was clean and adequate.
Elizabeth and Duan are very accommodating hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Awesome
Great spot for the sun rises and rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

Beautiful property, peaceful beach, lots to do in area and great hosts!
Already planning our return trip! Enjoyed cooking in the outdoor kitchen with the best views, seeing all the native birds wonder the property and the peace and quiet. Cosy clean cabins with beautiful sunrise views. Thanks again for a relaxing few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Ruhe pur am Meer
Die Hütte liegt direkt oberhalb des Meeres mit wunderbarem Ausblick, sogar in der Outdoorküche. Die Lage ist völlig ruhig. Sehr nette, engagierte und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Für WLAN musste man im Moment noch 50 Meter zum Haupthaus laufen.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019