The Paris Suite cottage on 7 acres Mapua seaside village

Stunning, sunny, private, romantic, immaculate and sumptuous getaway, rural-yet-close-to-village, contemporary design, large apartment/cottage. Beautiful art and gorgeous views.
French doors open onto decks with farm, valley, mountain and glimpses of sea views beyond. The Paris Suite is part of 4 bdrm Copper Gate - the other 3 bedrooms are 'closed off' and unoccupied for your stay.
The Paris Suite + Corru Gate #1334; Kissing Gate glamping (rated by TripAdvisor in the world's top 14 glamping sites - search online for this) feature an 'arty' NZ flavour on a farmlet. Set in 7 acres of fields and orchards near Mapua seaside village, Nelson, The Paris Suite is creatively themed in heritage NZ domesticity yet has smart, ultra-modern design with top-quality linen and embellishments.
Corru Gate + Copper Gate + Kissing Gate are built with sustainability and family-friendliness in mind. Built as an eco-architect project in partnership with Polytech students, it is one of NZ's most eco of eco-homes. We value our natural environment (open spaces, birds, native trees). We've spray-free orchards – grab a lemon for your GandT on the deck, or enjoy a delicious breakfast grapefruit or free-range eggs (in season). Hand-feed our tame sheep. Super insulation and a woodburner make for toasty-warmness in winter. Cool in summer.
Weddings and reunions? We can sleep up to 18 at The Gates including Corru Gate, and Kissing Gate.
A large lounge, chef's-delight kitchen, en suite and sumptuous king-bed bedroom are a pleasure to relax in.
The Paris Suite is central for exploration and adventure. Wander our gently sloping farm taking in the views. Nelson's best cafes/studios are just 3 mins drive in the seaside village of Mapua - or walk/cycle there. Nearby - beaches, inlet, wharf jumping, cycle ferry/trails. The Great Taste Trail accessed via a feeder trail at the Paris Suite's driveway. Use our route guides and ample storage. Wineries just along road. Art studios, potteries, Abel Tasman, Kaiteriteri, Nelson, rivers nearby. Owners are 150m away for advice.

Space, birdsong, stillness, starry skies ... The Gates - your gateway to a great local lifestyle
Special conditions:
View Kissing Gate luxury glamping (1bdrm - search online) or full Copper Gate (4 bdrm #23621). Corru Gate (3 bdrm #1334). Long weekend minimum stay requirements. Enjoy quiet rural life yet 25 min to city and 3 min to cafes, vineyards, studios, golf, village and beaches. Safe/fenced property with desirable country/coastal lifestyle. Babysitting list available. Pets allowed - prior approval. No smokers/smoking. References may be required. If Kissing Gate vacant -enjoy outdoor bath there.
Please note: stays of a week or more discounting don't apply over peak period.

Minimum stay 7 nights between 18 Dec and 15 Jan.

Extras: end-of-stay cleaning options. Linen - NZ$25.00 per night.