Anakiwa 401

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

Beachfront Location: Anakiwa 401 in Picton offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy sea views and a serene environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities such as air-conditioning and free WiFi. Guests appreciate the room comfort and attentive host. Convenient Facilities: The guest house provides free on-site parking, a coffee shop, outdoor seating, and barbecue facilities. Additional services include a tour desk and luggage storage. Activities and Attractions: Activities available include canoeing, hiking, cycling, and snorkelling. Marlborough Airport is 52 km away, and attractions like Picton Harbour are nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Brighton
Australia Australia
“We chose this property for its proximity to the Queen Charlotte track: it literally at the entrance. The flat is comfortable and has everything one needs to self cater. We enjoyed our BBQ on the small deck, overlooking the water. Our hosts were...”
Nick
New Zealand New Zealand
“Excellent location. Property description and reviews 100% accurate.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing location set in fabulous surroundings , well equipped and comfortable. Owners Tanya and Shayne are perfect hosts”
Debbie
Australia Australia
“Loved free and easy access to kayaks and associated gear. Also good tips about glowworms and bioluminescence. It was a great place to relax and enjoy nature.”
Hodgson
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful, peaceful, idyllic location right by the water at Queen Charlotte Sound. We enjoyed walking the last leg of the famous Queen Charlotte track, which was a wonderful, relatively easy track offering superb views. Jumped off the jetty...”
Bernhard
Germany Germany
“Perfekt place, just paradise! Thank you to Tanya and Shayne for the warm welcome and the wonderful days.”
Louise
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very well equipped kitchen and loved the games available. It is a beautiful spot.”
Kerry
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location of Anakiwa 401 was perfect (Right at the start of the Queen Charlotte track & overlooking the beautiful Anikiwa bay)”
Suzy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Excellent location right at the end of the Queen Charlotte Track, lovely hosts, excellent coffee from the caravan at the front gate. Unit was clean and comfortable. Very enjoyable stay.”
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely hosts. Bay view apartment was very clean and comfortable. A good size and amazing view from the table when eating. If you like somewhere off the beaten track which is quiet with stunning views, then book with Tanya and Shayne. Very well...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Tanya & Shayne Jacks

9.8
Host review score
Tanya & Shayne Jacks
Anakiwa 401 was one of the first houses to be built in the bay in 1926. We've renovated throughout to a high standard, yet maintained its historic charm and character. It is well-liked by guests for its homely feel and relaxed atmosphere. Located right by the sandy beach and at the end of the Queen Charlotte Track, its the ideal place for relaxing or doing as much activity as you like - walking, mountain biking, kayaking, swimming. With its central location, just 30 minutes by road from the Picton ferry, 20 minutes to Havelock 'Green-lipped Mussel Capital of the World' and 45 minutes to Blenheim and its famous Sauvignon Blanc vineyards and Omaka Air Museum, you can stay at Anakiwa 401 and easily explore and visit the beautiful Marlborough region, and return to peace and tranquility of the bush clad beach of Anakiwa in the evenings.
We thoroughly enjoy living in Anakiwa and its environs. It's relaxing yet if you want to be active, there are so many options - a perfect balance.
We would like to think our guests leave Anakiwa 401 relaxed and feeling like they have really discovered a magical part of New Zealand. By waking to the dawn chorus of native NZ birds such as tuis, bell birds, fantails, wood pigeons that frequent our gardens, enjoying a walk through the beech forest at the end of the Queen Charlotte Track to the safe sandy beach of Davies Bay, going kayaking on the Sound where you may see sea birds, penguins, seals or dolphins, to listening to the moreporks and seeing the glowworms in the evenings, whilst admiring the amazing stars of the night sky.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,French

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that this property does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Please inform Anakiwa 401 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.