There is a hidden gem on the Nelson side of the crystal marble mountain of Takaka Hill. Veering off State Highway 60 you will follow the 500 meter gravel driveway out onto Kea Ridge. From this family home, you will be greeted by 360 degree views of Kahurangi National Park mountains, Tasman Sea, Nelson skyline, and the Richmond Ranges. The fully insulated 2-storey Macrocarpa clad lodge is 220 square meters and north facing. The lodge is perched on the end of the ridge like it is floating above the valley below. The entire upper floor is the open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas and consists of 120 square meters. Windows wrapping all around let the sun stream in while you enjoy a friendly game of pool. The full wrap around upper and lower decks mean you can enjoy the view in any direction at any time. The lower deck is covered for all weather situations. The kitchen area has natural timber bench tops throughout, driftwood handles, and plenty of space for 4 to 6 people to comfortably cook up a storm and still be part of the action. Fully kitted out with brand new eco appliances: coffee machine, fridge/freezer/full size oven, gas hob, dishwasher, air fryer, food processor, blender, toaster, griller, and UV water filtration system. Enjoy your feast at the massive family-crafted macrocarpa dining table or the kitchen breakfast bar area. The open-plan living area with solid timber floors has a divided-off chillax zone with a second smart TV setup. This is a family home that is lived in full time (when you are not here) Downstairs are 3 full size bedrooms with new king size beds. One of the bedrooms has a king size bed with direct access to the outdoor patio spa area and one of the bathrooms. The two other bedrooms have king size beds and single bunk beds. Two full size tiled bathrooms with toilets, bath, shower, and vanities. Washer and dryer also available. The Jacuzzi hot tub spa can comfortably accommodate 6 adults.

HI! I'm Mark...avid mountain biker, adventurer, craftsman, builder, and father. I love my slice of paradise and I know you will too. We are happy to share our slice of heaven and appreciate when travellers can enjoy and share in what we enjoy daily. When renting the whole lodge, I live down in Golden Bay with my beautiful partner. You will have our home to yourselves. We just ask that you treat our home as kindly as you would treat your own. Please respect our space and that this is our full-time home (not just a Bach or rental).

Kea Ridge Lodge is on the Nelson side of Takaka Hill. It is approximately 350 meters vertically above the Riwaka Resurgence, which is a bubbling fresh water aquifer coming directly out of the crystal marble mountain. Kaiteriteri Beaches and mountain bike park is a 20 minute drive. Marahau is also nearby as a southern entry point for Abel Tasman. National Park. Motueka township is a 20 minute drive where you will find all your services such as supermarkets, petrol stations, and restaurants. Motueka River is a well known spot for fly fishing. Canaan Downs biking and walking tracks, as well as Harwoods (sink)Hole (the deepest natural hole in New Zealand ) are a 15 minute drive. Ngarua Caves are 2 km away and an excellent guided exploration of the extensive cave network in this area. Golden Bay and Takaka township are a 40 minute drive up and over the rest of Takaka Hill. Cobb Valley and Kahurangi National Park are right here at your exploration doorstep.