571 Maitai Valley Rd, 7010 Nelson, New Zealand
#13 of 21 B&Bs and inns in Nelson
Guests' ChoiceBased on 164 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 25, 2025
Laurika
New ZealandNothing ,It exceeded my expectations
It is a dream location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 8, 2025
Peter
New ZealandFantastic location. So quiet and quant up in the mountains.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 19, 2025
O'mahony
United KingdomNothing to be honest
Fantastic views, super quiet and very much felt like you were waking up in the middle of a forest
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Amit
IsraelIt was perfect. Very nice family help and take care for everything
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 13, 2025
Cheryl
New ZealandYou do need to be reasonably agile to get up to the loft bed.
We enjoyed the location especially the trees and the birds.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 13, 2025
Georgia
United KingdomGorgeous cabin house in the middle of nature. Lovely comfy beds and living area. Well stocked kitchen. Beautiful wrap around windows- really felt you were in the middle of a beautiful forest.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Jacob
New ZealandCouch bed was very comfy! Top mattress was to hard for me
Views were great, cabins were awesome!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Gary
New ZealandNothing
Private quiet cabins with a shared space that was great for cooking and socializing. Hosts could not be more helpful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Fleur
New ZealandOur hot water ran out on 1st evening so had cold showers the next morning. Slipped on the steep stony path down from the cabin to the kitchen once or twice. The info on website did prepare us by mentioning it. I do think some steps or a better formed path would be safer.
Adored the location...in amongst the trees and birdsong. Thank you for making us feel so welcome! Loved the cosy cabin, it was perfect for a brief stay. The shared kitchen was fantastic and loved meeting the other guests. Great vibes all around.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 8, 2025
Adrian
AustraliaPeace & quiet enabling you to disconnect from the world's drama. 😌
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 26, 2025
Elizabeth
United KingdomStunning views, exceptional space. Very comfortable
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 18, 2025
Henrike
United KingdomNothing
Really cute and peaceful location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Albrow
CanadaHonestly, the whole experience was great.
Very cool little cabin in a great location with sweet views. Very welcoming and friendly. Hosts offered great advice on what to do with a few only a short stay and with kids.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 12, 2025
David
United KingdomMy partener found acessing the loft bed space an issue. (This was not something I shared. Perhaps wider treads on the ladders and slightly narrower rung spacing). Personally I loved the loft bed and had the best night's sleep for years.
Our cabin was an exquisitely built space within a magical piece of forest. The other facilities were also excellent - full kitchen with washing machine. My partner and I would both 100% stay again and would recommend it.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 10, 2025
Natasha
United KingdomNothing :)
we booked this last minute and it was perfect, lovely walk right behind the cabins. Little Indie was our favourite part!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Ausra
LithuaniaThe hut gets a bit humid during cloudy weather.
If you are a nature lover, this place is definitely for you. Enjoyed birds and cicadas singing and the beauty of New Zealand's forest. The host is very helpful and friendly, his recommendations what to see around Nelson were helpful.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 6, 2025
Chris
United KingdomIncredible location. Set in the forest. Absolutely loved all the bird song.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 4, 2025
David
United KingdomSo tranquil….the dark skies …..surrounded by a rain forest ….the house was huge..kitchen was fab & a wood burner too.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 4, 2025
Jack
United KingdomWe really enjoyed staying here. The host is very friendly and helpful, helping out with luggage and giving great suggestions for our stay. The cabins are great, set in a stunning very peaceful location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 26, 2025
Nicole
New ZealandThe odd sandfly but that’s nature
Dog friendly and a great location
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 24, 2025
Ruth
AustraliaThe fridge did not keep my food very cold. However there was a large fridge in the kitchen i was more than welcome to use, I just chose not to, so that was on me really. I think there may have been rats or mice in my roof as I could hear scratching all night.
I was met with smiles and a tour around to familiarise myself with everything. Had everything I needed. I was so comfortable and warm.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Tobias
Germany-
Great Stay in the calm forest only a few minutes outside Nelson! Mark and his family were super hosts, they gave us a lot of great tips for the area.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 10, 2025
Julie
South AfricaWe loved being in the nature in a nice cabin, surrounded by birds and the nice smell of the trees. The owners are very nice and helped with the luggage as we had a steep walk to the cabin.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2025
Loretta
New ZealandThe driveway is a challenge if you aren't extremely fit and a skilled driver. Knowing the cellphone coverage and WiFi limitations before booking would be handy to know, however I understand being disconnected is part of what makes it so peaceful.
Peaceful and away from any distractions that get in the way of connecting with nature. Very clean, with a good shower and comfortable loft bed.
Stayed in January 2025
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