In the heart of Mapua village, Fern Tree Cottage is a charming 100+ year old retreat. Enjoy its cozy atmosphere, fully fenced for families with little ones and off-street parking. The cottage's proximity to the beach, wharf, restaurants makes it an ideal base for exploring Tasman region's wineries and Abel Tasman National Park.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Walk to the wharf and village
Fern Tree Cottage's location is a winning one in the heart of Mapua village, within easy walking distance of the beach, wharf ,restaurants and all the amenities the village has to offer.
Our 100+ year old cottage retains its original charm, with some updating to the kitchen and bathroom. It is cosy,comfortable and clean and very welcoming , with a slightly retro feel to it. Great for families as the property is fully fenced for children and also has a bath for little ones. Off street parking is available. Reviews say it all!!
BIKERS please note that the annex/laundry area at the rear of the cottage is big enough to store your bikes and biking gear; no need to worry about security of your trusty steeds!
The Great Taste Bike Trail runs right through Mapua making it an ideal spot for some rest and relaxation. It is only 15 minutes to either Motueka or Richmond and 25 minutes to Nelson by car.
The Tasman region offers a wonderful array of wineries, restaurants, arts and crafts as well as the wonderful Abel Tasman where kayaking, tramping, swimming are all on offer. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only Suitable for children No pets allowed During the high season, a surcharge of 20.00 will be added for one night stays
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fully-fenced
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the neighborhood
Mapua is home to this cottage. Mapua Wharf and Mahana Estates are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Traveling with kids? Consider Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Mapua travel guide
What time is check-in at Walk to the wharf and village?
Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to the wharf and village?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to the wharf and village located?
Located in Mapua, this family-friendly cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mapua Wharf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kina Peninsula and Tasman Golf Club. Mahana Estates and Seifried Estate Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Walk to the wharf and village Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This is our second stay at this beautiful Mapua Cottage. It’s quirky, warm, comfortable and very close to the small Mapua shopping area and eateries. Great walks and cycle trails are nearby, including rabbit island. Highly recommend.
We had a wonderful 5 night stay in Debbie’s cottage. Great location close to the wharf, bakery and playground. Perfect set up for our family of 5 (children aged 4,6 & 8). Very clean and tidy, comfy beds and very relaxed feel. This is a fantastic family holiday spot and Debbie’s communication was great.
Great place to stay - everything is 5-star. Comfortable and beautifully appointed. We wanted for nothing, and would return in a heartbeat. Debbie obviously loves her cottage and it shows. Thank you!
Just the best location. Gorgeously presented with everything needed and an easy walk everywhere. Sunny position. Great communication with the owner. Highly recommended
The cottage was well equipped and comfortable. We had a brilliant 3 night stay. Everything was close by and beaches etc within an easy drive. We loved being able to have our meals outside in the evening in the cool.
Had a lovely ANZAC weekend at Fern Tree cottage - even went to the service at 11am just down the road. Spacious and warm, and just around the corner from the shops and bakery.
Kids loved the rooms, and there was plenty of space for everyone.
Highly recommended.
Andy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sally
Sep 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an incredible place to stay! You thought that the photo was quaint, the cottage was quiet, relaxing and perfect for a family connect. Down the road from the cottage, great coffee, groceries and wonderful food. We will be back! Thanks
This place has all the relaxed charm of a 'typical' kiwi bach with the advantage of all the mod cons. You can relax and not worry about clashing with the decor or design asethetic! My shoulders moved away from my ears as we walked in the door.The front porch and the patio outside the double doors are great spots to just sit and sip coffee, wine or whatever. Great proximity to all you want in Mapua. Clean, comfortable and cute as a pin. We are not tall people however, and tall people might need to duck here and there.
Just a delight...the best 3 nights sleep we have had in the couple of weeks that we have been away traveling...Mapua is one of those places that you just want to hang around and this cosy little cottage, couldn't be any better situated to explore the area or just stay local and chill!
Very happy with our stay. Lovely, comfortable and very well equipped cottage, plenty of room for a family. Conveniently located in easy walking distance to the wharf & Four Square. Very good communication with host, place was very clean. Would definitely stay there again.