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Reviews of Ngakuta Bay, Marlborough Sounds.

Ngakuta Bay, Marlborough Sounds.
Ngakuta Bay, Marlborough

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 177 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mayme O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old world beach bach by the seaside
A beautiful family beach holiday crib right by the seashore. Lawns for cricket in the evenings; mud flats to explore at low tide; a wee beach or two to wander along; log fire for chilly autumn mornings and those long holiday evenings sitting round playing board games and cards together. We couldn’t have dreamed of anything better than what we had the privilege of enjoying here thank you to the hosts who share their slice of paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warwick U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ngakuta Bay
Great stay the weather was perfect , and the Bach is a Bach which was great ,right on the waters edge close to walks and boat ramp we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, affordable back for a family!
Had a great relaxing stay the week before Easter with some lovely mild weather in the Bay. Bach was perfect for our family of 5 and was great being able to bring our fur baby too. Had everything we needed with a great layout. Beautiful view with morning coffee in bed! Lovely swimming a short walk down to the foreshore and great fishing for the kids off the jetty too - my daughter caught a good sized gurnard! Loved the pukeko family right outside. Overall a wonderful, peaceful stay - will be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynn M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Great location. A true traditional Bach as described. Melissa was great to communicate with. Excellent info before arriving.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Sue R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
3 night stay
the property is in a lovely spot with a beautiful view and access to the water - this was its main appeal 😁 The property is fairly close to Picton so access to shopping is fine It is obviously a much loved family Bach, owned by the same family for many years. I wasn't expecting 5 star accomodation - but everything is very tired looking and could do with a spruce up.😢 Main problem for us was level of cleanliness. Guests are asked to clean when they leave, but people have different standards and for me it needed a good spring clean. It would be better to charge more and have a proper cleaner 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday
Family holiday in beautiful location and Holiday house thoroughly enjoyed by us all.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley D., Christchurch, New Zealand

Disliked: Cleanliness
Classic kiwi bach
It had great views and it was a well set up classic kiwi bach. The annex however was not suitable for either of our young children to sleep in which was a surprise when we arrived. The annex was further away from the house than expected and very dusty and dirty. The previous occupants had also not cleaned after their stay which meant we had to clean the kitchen and floors on arrival. Overall it was a nice stay in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Paula H.

Beaut place
Proper kiwi bach stay. Very basic, tidy ish and vistas to die for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leona D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bach in stunning Marlborough Sounds
Absolutely loved our week long stay, classic kiwi bach in absolutely stunning location. The views alone offer so much tranquil; easy access to walking tracks and beach. We traveled with dog, it’s very pet friendly accommodation, large garden with trees for shade on a hot day, though not fully fenced. But still perfect place for those travelling with dog. Short drive to Picton, Blenheim, or Havelock North. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., Northam Western Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise
Pure heaven, such a beautiful spot to have a break. My youngest grandson 💙 had an absolute ball, as did we adults
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amiria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay but just what we needed
We areived late around 7pm and left by 6am the next day for the ferry. It was perfect for what we needed and very quiet and relaxing.A pity we couldn't stay and get a real chance at taking advantage of the propertys location which was stunning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Prue p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ngakuta Bay
Lovely kiwi Bach on a beautiful spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronika C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiwiana for diaspora kiwis
Wonderful place, very kiwiana, beautiful surroundings - loved it all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sven H., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful time away
We stayed in this beautiful place for 4 nights. Everything was as listed. Great getaway for some time out. Definitely recommend. Only thing to improve is description for the key box. We arrived at night and had a hard time finding that box as we did not consider the side of the porch ad a 'wall'. Eventually we found a Keybox in the back but turned out it was the wrong one, as the code didn't work. Not long after we found the correct one. Minor inconvenience overall, which would easily be fixable by providing more concise description. Bit of adventure for us and the kids. Apart from that experience was all positive. Great place for some time out
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace of paradise.
Marvellous stay, recommend it for peace and relaxation. Elderly guest may have problems getting up steps with no handrail.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

PETER B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little spot if you're travelling with pets
Very much as described. Traditional kiwi bach in a beautiful location. The check in procedure was disappointing. There was no information on how to turn the power on (only an instruction to turn if off when you leave). FYI, it is high on the wall to the right of the doorway in the toilet. On a cold, wet autumn day with no one picking up on the contact number, waiting over two hours to be able to put the kettle on almost prompted me to abandon the stay. I'm glad I didn't as it is a lovely wee place but seriously it was a close call. The driveway is a challenge, if like me you aren't that flash at reversing. But, for my two dogs and I it was a great base for the weekend's dog shows in Blenheim and so handy for the Picton ferry back to the North Island. I would definitely stay again (if they'll let me)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2023
Thank you for the lovely feedback Peter. I have updated the Welcome Information to make it easier to find out where to turn on the power. Look forward to having you to stay again. Cheers, Melissa

2/10 Terrible

Desiree

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brillant short break away in paradise!
The property is just as the owners describe, a treasured family bach with an enchanting story, passed through the ages. A perfect escape, spectacular views over the water, beautiful bush, all at the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Wow, what a pretty spot and you can't get any closer to the water. Basic, but everything you need including a comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot!
Quick overnight stay before going on the ferry. Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location, classic bach
This was a lovely spot to stay, especially coming off the ferry after a late crossing. We hope to return for longer! Lovely sense of family history in the shade. The only issue we had was the mains power was unexpectedly off when we arrived so had to hunt out the switch. It wasn't really a problem, but just a surprise. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bay Location
We really enjoyed our stay here on this lovely quiet bay and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

arun

Travelled with family and small children
Peaceful and quiet place with stunning views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Susan H., Rangiora

Disliked: Cleanliness
What a Beautiful Location
Initially on walking in, we thought what a mess bread crumbs/food everywhere on the side, floor and table, empty beer bottle lids left on the floor and sofa. The fridge and freezer were left in a mess and the freezer door was shut and smelly. Once cleaned up, we enjoyed our stay. Fabulous location. We wouldn’t use the outside shower unit as the floor has gone a bit and seemed dangerous. The Bach was basic but we loved it. We would definitely come back. The view was one of the best we’ve had on our holidays around NZ. Enjoyed walking, cycling, fishing, swimming and watching the stingray swimming around by the quay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We had a very enjoyable and comfortable weekend at Korora Cottage despite the weather. A magic spot. We’d love to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2022
Hello Matt, I'm very pleased you enjoyed our bach. We love sharing it with people who appreciate the magic of the place!

10/10 Excellent

Reuben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly Hiatus
What a perfect wee slice to get away from the madness for a while. Great location, sweet bach. Cozy up by the rustic log-burner and connect with each other and yourself! Can’t wait to go back. Ps. If you can’t be bothered cooking, I can recommend the Queen Charlotte Tavern about 15 minutes up the road. A little country pub has no business putting out food that good! Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2022
Hello Reuben thanks for coming to stay, we're so glad you enjoyed our wee family cottage as much as we do! We will welcome you back anytime.

8/10 Good

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Real kiwi batch, fantastic location
Relaxing in ta scenic wonderland
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2022
Hello Beth, I'm so happy you enjoyed our place. September is a beautiful time to visit Ngakuta Bay.

8/10 Good

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location.
Beautiful location in quintessential kiwi bach. Excellent distance to ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2022
Hi Lynda, so glad you enjoyed your stay. We love sharing our family bach. Hope you made many special memories.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family break
We had a great time away in Ngakuta bay at this cute little Bach. Authentic kiwi holiday get away. It was also so nice to be able to bring our dog along with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2022
Thanks for leaving a review and we're so glad you enjoyed your stay. You and your dog are welcome back anytime!

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly good
Good aspects: the view from the big window at the front. The great children's books. The nice warm fire. The pet friendly nature of the house. The lovely hosts and their excellent communication. Also some things that could be improved: The queen bed was too soft and needs replacement. I had to sleep one of the single beds The hot water pressure was very low and the temperature was to hot. Thanks to the hosts And I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review our cottage. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again. We will endeavour to make the improvements you mentioned, particularly replacing the mattress.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful treasure to share
Thank you beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for coming! We are glad you enjoyed our cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Need to return
Great spot and amazing view. Unfortunately the weather was shocking but the house was cosy and well set up for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Hi Karen, thank you for your review. Sorry about the weather! Happy to know that you were snug and dry inside, hopefully enjoying the views.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice in Ngakuta
Blissful Matariki holiday in Ngakuta Bay, walking along the linkwater track, cooking, stargazing and hanging by the fire. There was something that needed attention at the property but the owners got onto it straight away and sorted it out like pros.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent H., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place very clean and tidy
Beautiful bay. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special spot with amazing view
Relaxing homely feel with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nakuta April 2022
Nothing flash, but exactly what we needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful haven.
What a great spot to holiday. We stayed with 2 friends so there were 4 of us in all. We just loved the views from the main room looking out over the bay - plenty to watch and always changing. We were blessed with lovely weather and fish for dinner and enjoyed the local walks. We all hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great bach
Thoroughly enjoyed renting this bach, nice spot to relax for the weekend. Owners were great to deal with
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here ten plus years ago.
Thought it would be fun to have a family hoilday here ten years later when the kids had grown up. Had a great time biking the link track. And watching the tide come in and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Bach and stunning location
Great little Bach took us right back to when we were kids in a beautiful quiet spot will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to get away
Wonderful bach in the perfect location. Fantastic communication from the owner made everything so easy. The bach has everything you need for a really relaxing stay, and the beach is so close. We have already booked for next year! Thanks so much
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great destination
Excellent
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Diana R.

Weather the Worst!
Because the weather was shocking beyond belief & the section & drive around the Bach was saturated it was difficult to enjoy any walks. Not at all the Bach owners fault although a handrail would've been helpful as the entrances were downright dangerous for a 70 yr old arthritic elderly person. The drive was a bog so packing up was a mission. It would be good if a little improvement could me made there too as bad weather can happen all year round. The bed was extremely comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2022
Sorry that you had such bad weather while you were there.. Packing up in the rain is no fun at all. we are in the process of investigating installing a handrail. We hope the grip strips on the steps were helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Would love to come back if I had time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
We had an excellent time at this beautiful and relaxing location. Right by the beach with views from the lounge. Dog friendly which is a major plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memories
Was lovely to go back after many years. We all had a super time Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deidre B., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
A great little batch right on the bay
Easy booking, and host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2021
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the locstion.. Thanks for your helpful communication while you were there.

10/10 Excellent

Kaye M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bach holiday
Great family stay, thanks for sharing your home with us
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2021
You are welcome, Kaye. It is a great spot for a family, so much to do.

10/10 Excellent

Glynis D., Canterbury

Liked: Cleanliness
Recharge your senses
Beautiful old style bach that was as expected. Everything that was needed was there. A short walk away from the beach and jetty to watch a ray swim underneath. Highly recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent. What a view and the fire is awesome
What a beautiful place. Will definitely be back with our adult kids
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021