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Providing mountain views, Buena Vista Apartment in Marahau provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the apartment complex, all units have a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. A microwave, a toaster, and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Marahau Beach is a 16-minute walk from the apartment, while Porters Beach is 1.2 miles away. Nelson Airport is 39 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
9.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jackie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved being up in the bush with the gentle sound of the stream running. Super comfy beds and well appointed apartment. Loved it.
  • Marea
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the outdoor shower! Beautiful and peaceful spot - we barely saw any other people. The accommodation was clean and well-equipped with stove/oven, kettle, and toaster.
  • Sophie
    Canada Canada
    Christa was the best hot we could have asked for, very helpful, friendly and knowledgable. The "studio" apartment was much more than we expected and it was a wonderful stop over, right next door to the gorgeous Abel Tasman park.
  • Greg
    Australia Australia
    Rustic but in a good way. Very quiet location nestled in the trees with birds all around. Great facilities and well equipped kitchen. Loved the verandah.
  • R
    Rick
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Truly beautiful, quiet, comfy place. Feels like a resort in the middle of nowhere but convenient to Abel Tasman. Helpful hosts, would absolutely go back
  • Urs
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely bush location but still with a view out to sea. The apartment is spacious with lots of wood in lovely chalet style. The apartment has a nice, sheltered outside area. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you could need to cook a...
  • Karen
    Denmark Denmark
    Great apartment in the middle of the bush. We loved the surroundings and the apartment was really big and comfortable. Beds were great and the kitchen had all we needed. Quiet and really beautiful place.
  • Nikki
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The property and apartment was so beautiful. Perfectly situated to explore the Abel Tasman. The views are just gorgeous! The bed was very comfortable we felt well rested and had a fantastic trip. Thank you to our friendly hosts.
  • Astrid
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location is wonderful. The views from Tango were lovely and the apartment was sunny
  • Melissa
    Australia Australia
    An absolute gem of a find!! We couldn’t have been more thrilled with this beautiful, peaceful and ideal location in the middle of the rainforest. The facilities made sense, you had everything you needed and you are a short drive or walk from Abel...

Hosted by Christa & Hermann Mueller

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Christa & Hermann Mueller
The Buena Vista apartments are situated in a breathtakingly exotic landscape surrounded by a unique bird life overlooking the Bay. Marahau is a lovely seaside village with restaurants, walkways and a small shop, edging the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park. Our guests at Buena Vista enjoy sea views from most of our apartments. Our beds are made up with quality European bedding. All apartments are unique with a special flair. Quite different to your every day Motel unit. The SALSA 2 bedroom sea view apartment is fully self catering, spacious with open plan living, a 50 " flat screen TV, 2 bedrooms (king size bed in one, 1 queen and 1 single bed in the other), 2 bathrooms and a great outside sitting area, also with a view to the ocean and the National Park. The TANGO 1 bedroom sea view apartment is fully self catering, built in a Swiss Chalet style, cosy and comfortable, with great out side sitting. The SAMBA studio unit has a kitchenette, the modern living area has a full size sofa bed, a spacious bathroom and garden views . Holiday apartments have no daily service, but of course you can get new towels and linen on request. The Abel Tasman National Park is world renowned for its golden beaches and blue-green waters
The Mueller family immigrated from Germany in 1989 making NZ their new home. Since 1990 located in Marahau and very happy on a great life style property, with views to the ever changing ocean. It was easy to create the Buena Vista Apartments, which hosted many guests since 1997. We aim to make our guests feel at home away from home. As the apartments invite to settle down and stay a while. Marahau, the Abel National Park and the surrounding area is interesting enough to plan more than a 1 night stay. With a short drive to Golden Bay, a day trip to Farewell Spit and returning to Buena Vista for another lovely evening looking at the ocean and later on at the stars. There are music nights at the Park Cafe every Thursday, and some weekends, which can make your trip entertaining on another level. We can book your excursions, give you advise on which companies to choose and are happy to help where we can.
The Abel Tasman Coastal Track is classified as one of New Zealand's Great Walks - it is lovely as it drops down into inviting golden bays, ideal for a swim after a few hours walking. You can hire a water taxi or take a cruise to see more of the Abel Tasman's coastline (look out for New Zealand fur seals, penguins, bird life and if you're lucky dolphins & orca along the way) or visit the marine reserve. Or hire a kayak (either guided or free touring), go paddle boarding, try kite surfing, or enjoy a horse ride along the beach. There are local cafés in Marahau so stop for a cup of coffee, a glass of wine or something to eat.
Languages spoken: German,English

Area info

Amenities of Buena Vista Apartment
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Basic free Wifi 14 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • DVD player
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Food & Drink

    • Room service
    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Beach
    • Water sports facilities on site
      Additional charge
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site

    Outdoor & View

    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Shops

    • Hair/Beauty salon

    Miscellaneous

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • Safe

    Languages Spoken

    • German
    • English

    House rules
    Buena Vista Apartment takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 12 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    12 - 13 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 32 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card given at the time of reservation must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.

    Please note that there is a surcharge of 3.5% when you pay with a credit card.

    Holiday apartments have no daily service, you can get new towels and linen on request.

    Self check-in instructions are sent to all our guests prior to arrival.

    Please inform Buena Vista Apartment of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Buena Vista Apartment

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Buena Vista Apartment (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 3 guests
      • 5 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Buena Vista Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Buena Vista Apartment on this page.

    • The nearest beach is 0.8 miles from Buena Vista Apartment. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Buena Vista Apartment offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach
    • Check-in at Buena Vista Apartment is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, Buena Vista Apartment is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Buena Vista Apartment is 1.1 miles from the center of Marahau. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Buena Vista Apartment on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Buena Vista Apartment (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.