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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, Country Retreats on Ranzau 1 is set in Nelson. This holiday home features a garden. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Our unit was super clean, modern and the beds were comfortable. We liked the option of being able to take our dog, we decided not to this time though. Was thoughtful to have some drinks, chocolates, milk and biscuits ready for our arrival as well as some fresh eggs in the fridge. Having the use of the free washing machine and drier was fab.

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9.4
Wonderful
102 reviews
Price from
$139
per night

The Wheelhouse Inn features five self-contained houses and apartments with spectacular sea views, from Nelson's Port Hills to the lovely Tasman Bay. A 5-minute drive from Tahunanui Beach, it offers free WiFi access, free on-site parking and barbecue facilities.

Beautiful property with stunning views and well functioning layout and amenities. It is a destination on its own and I would definitely book this place again if I come back to Nelson, and I'll stay longer.

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9.4
Wonderful
646 reviews
Price from
$133
per night

Located 2.3 km from Trafalgar Park, Brook Nest provides accommodation in Nelson. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson is 1.4 km away.

The spacious holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, as well as a kettle. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking.

A wonderful haven in a great location, this property is such a great place to stay....warm, comfortable spacious exceptional kitchen....TV with all apps available....I would definitely recommend this a place to stay....gorgeous garden with a wonderful deck to relax on in the evening...just stunning.....

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$243
per night

Located in Nelson, 12 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 14 km from Trafalgar Park, 3bdrm plus Sleepot Home, offers a garden and air conditioning. This holiday home provides free private parking and private check-in and check-out. Guests can make use of barbecue facilities.

Hi there, the house was very comfortable, the beds were comfortable, the location was good to anywhere around the Nelson area and the road was quiet and the house quite secluded.

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9.5
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
$151
per night

Featuring mountain views, Stunning Views over Tasman Bay offers accommodation with a private beach area and a balcony, around 2.9 km from Trafalgar Park. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Beautiful views, modern house, friendly hosts!

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$181
per night

Situated in Nelson, a few steps from Tahunanui Beach and 3.9 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, LUXURIOUS WATERFRONT Home offers barbecue facilities and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests.

Beach is right across the street. Easy walk to great coffee and food. Place was immaculate.

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9.3
Wonderful
50 reviews
Price from
$513
per night

Oaktree House features accommodation situated 100 metres from the centre of Nelson and offers free bikes and a garden. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Outdoor dining is also possible at the villa.

Trendy decor! Clean and in the heart of Nelson! Abundance of restaurants & shops right out your door.

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9.7
Exceptional
84 reviews
Price from
$241
per night

Close to Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Casa Bella - Nelson Holiday Home is situated in Nelson and has a garden. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from Trafalgar Park.

The Location was perfect. Could walk to town. Great coffee shops nearby. House was very very private and roomy👌

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9.4
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$258
per night

Located in Nelson, 16 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 17 km from Trafalgar Park, Country Retreats on Ranzau 3 offers a garden and air conditioning. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Liked the place, was very peaceful and the pool was the best feature which the kids loved. The beds were one of the most comfortable beds I ever slept in, had some great nights sleeps. Would have been even better if we had room cleaning everyday, but overall great place to stay.

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9.5
Exceptional
73 reviews
Price from
$121
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Country Retreats on Ranzau 2 is located in Nelson. This holiday home offers a garden. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

It was a big surprise to find the fridge stocked with drink,eggs and treats. There was an ample number of towels . A pool and free laundry, what more would you want. Great value for money.

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9.4
Wonderful
80 reviews
Price from
$133
per night

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  • Brook Nest
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Brook Nest offers accommodations in Nelson, 1.4 miles from Trafalgar Park. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Christ Church Cathedral is a 16-minute walk away.

  • 3bdrm plus Sleepot Home,
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Providing a garden, 3bdrm plus Sleepot Home, offers accommodations in Nelson. This vacation home provides free private parking and private check-in and check-out.

    Lovely, tidy and comfortable home close to all the local facilities.

  • Stunning Views over Tasman Bay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Stunning Views over Tasman Bay is located in Nelson, just 1.8 miles from Trafalgar Park and 2.3 miles from Christ Church Cathedral.

    Close to town and beaches. Very relaxing and comfortable

  • LUXURIOUS WATERFRONT Home
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    LUXURIOUS WATERFRONT Home offers accommodations in Nelson, a few steps from Tahunanui Beach and 2.4 miles from Christ Church Cathedral.

    an awesome property. great location and very clean

  • Casa Bella - Nelson Holiday Home
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 0.9 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Casa Bella - Nelson Holiday Home features accommodations in Nelson with a garden.

  • Haulashore Vista
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Providing a garden, Haulashore Vista features accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    location, clean, orange trees, heating, outside fire,

  • Monaco Waterside Magic
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Offering a garden, Monaco Waterside Magic features accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Selah Retreat
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    A 14-minute walk from Tahunanui Beach in Nelson, Selah Retreat features accommodations with access to a hot tub and spa center.

    The views are amazing and the location was perfect.

These cottages in Nelson have options with FREE cancellation

  • Country Retreats on Ranzau 1
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 102 reviews

    Country Retreats on Ranzau 1 offers accommodations in Nelson, 10 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 11 miles from Trafalgar Park. Guests can benefit from a patio and a sun terrace.

    It was just fantastic overall, Thanks Ange from JVM

  • The Wheelhouse Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 647 reviews

    The Wheelhouse Inn features five self-contained houses and apartments with spectacular sea views, from Nelson's Port Hills to the lovely Tasman Bay.

    Fantastic views. Good location and fantastic views.

  • Oaktree House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 84 reviews

    Featuring free bikes, Oaktree House offers accommodations in Nelson. With city views, this accommodation features a terrace.

    sparkling clean, lovely garden areas, beautiful house, great location

  • Country Retreats on Ranzau 3
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews

    Country Retreats on Ranzau 3 offers accommodations in Nelson, 10 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 11 miles from Trafalgar Park.

    Great facilities, all very clean and of a good quality

  • Country Retreats on Ranzau 2
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 80 reviews

    Country Retreats on Ranzau 2 offers accommodations in Nelson, 10 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 11 miles from Trafalgar Park.

    Great retreat, loved the setting, the house was specious

  • Paddleboard and Mountain Bike Paradise
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    A recently renovated vacation home, Paddleboard and Mountain Bike Paradise offers accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Sunseeker Views Nelson
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 14 reviews

    1.5 miles from Tahunanui Beach in Nelson, Sunseeker Views Nelson features accommodations with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    the location was perfect, the view was even better!

  • Above The Cut
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Offering a garden, Above The Cut features accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Trafalgar Park is 1.1 miles from the vacation home.

    Fin utsikt, stor terass, sköna sängar, fräscha badrum, stort vardagsrum

Traveling by car? These cottages in Nelson offer free parking!

  • Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees is located in Nelson, just 2.3 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 3 miles from Trafalgar Park.

    The hosts sent very clear instructions - it was easy

  • Korepo Lodge @ Ruby Bay
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews

    Korepo Lodge @ Ruby Bay offers accommodations 2.5 mi from Mapua Wharf.

    House is beautiful. ..it could be in architectural digest magazine. Great location.

  • Morning Bloom Cottage Bed and Breakfast
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 34 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Morning Bloom Cottage Bed and Breakfast in Nelson features accommodations and a garden.

    The host was super friendly and virtually undetectable during our stay

  • Golden Hills Farm Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 69 reviews

    In a beautiful rural hill-top setting, this semi-detached holiday home features a garden with an outdoor pool, barbecue and stunning views of the ocean and mountains of Nelson Bay.

    Lovely spacious home and well equipped. Gorgeous outlook.

  • Cambria Hideaway
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 1.1 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Cambria Hideaway features accommodations in Nelson, with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Good location, very tidy, good size. Well appointed.

  • Tasman Bay Villa
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5 reviews

    1.1 miles from Tahunanui Beach in Nelson, Tasman Bay Villa offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Ocean Spa Views
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 10 reviews

    1.9 miles from Trafalgar Park in Nelson, Ocean Spa Views provides accommodations with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Guests can use a garden.

    Schöne Aussicht, schön geräumig, alles da was man benötigt

  • SHORT WALK TO NELSON CITY CENTRE - Quiet location, comfy beds, pet friendly, full kitchen, claw-foot bath tub, outdoor areas
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 68 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral and one mile from Trafalgar Park, SHORT WALK TO NELSON CITY CENTRE - Quiet location, comfy beds, pet friendly, full kitchen, claw-foot bath tub,...

    Excellent location, great facilities, good communication.

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Cottages That Guests Love in Nelson

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 77 reviews
    Breakfast is exceptional, Caroline goes out of her way to make the stay welcoming, comfortable. The location is perfect for walking & 10 min walk to cbd. The rooms are charming in a cottage style, comfort level 10/10, rooms are spotlessly clean. Garden is lovely, Caroline has 3 x mature fruiting feijoa trees that where fruiting at the time & we were invited to eat as many as we choose....thk you Caroline for the bonus fruit :) visitors won't be disappointed with this B & B
    Peter
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $79.15
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 454 reviews
    We received really lovely customer service from Yuki - thank you. Comfy bed, super clean and cosy - a great place to stay and the undercover parking was appreciated. We felt very welcome on our short stay at Riverlodge Motel.
    Gay
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $104.14
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 531 reviews
    Cosy well laid out room. Comfy bed and pillows. Separate toilet is perfect with multiple people staying. Love how cabin had a back door so getting from car very convenient. Super lovely staff
    Shazz31
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 115 reviews
    Oh that view🥰. Wow. I’d booked the cosy cabin. Cute. Loved all the little extra bits that were left for us, scrummy muesli, bread butter etc. delicious
    Anne
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 114 reviews
    What a phenomenal location!! A great hideaway from the busy touristy side of life. Mark is friendly and helpful and ensures you have a lovely stay. Being surrounded by nature in a cozy little cabin is true bliss.
    Phillipus
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $199.22
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews
    What a charming cottage, very spacious, comfortable beds and a nice balcony / garden area. Very quiet location with easy access to Nelson and to the highway for Abel Tasman National Park. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
    Claire
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 114 reviews
    The layout and the shower was superb. The cabin was cosy but cool.
    Emerson
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $205.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 71 reviews
    Charming cottage with great outdoor decks and yard. Comfortable and spacious lounge room and dining room. Very functional kitchen with good stock of crockery and cutlery. Good shower and hot water. We enjoyed sitting on the rear deck for breakfast and afternoon drinks - lovely sunny spot. Quiet area at night.
    Janet
    Group
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 98 reviews
    We went past a wonderful lavender field to the charming and fabulous cottage. Rachel welcomed us very kindly and helped us with everything. We received freshly baked bread, butter and jam for breakfast In the evenings, we sat out on the cozy terrace with a glass of wine. We enjoyed every moment of our stay here. Thank you, Rachel!
    Zsuzsanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $359.20
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews
    An exceptional lodge that positively delivered way more than the photos and descriptions indicated. Spacious living areas and bedrooms, well equipped, lots of homely personal touches and a most delightful place generally to gather with friends or family. Despite the chilly weather we were very warm and cosy. The fireplace is a feature and something else!
    Karen
    Group

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