Bronte Tides Cottage. Stunning Sea View - A restful 2 bedroom cottage

Mapua, Nelson

$237 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights

Overview

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Bath

Cottage

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Max Sleeps

2 nights

Min Stay

Description

Panoramic sea to mountain and Inlet view with stunning water reflections. Amazing sunsets.
A welcoming, restful sunny coastal cottage and garden nestled on the shores of the beautiful Waimea Estuary on the Bronte Peninsula.

Wake to happy birdsong and the ebb and flow of the changing tides.
A magical place to unwind and revive the soul
A very clean and spacious cottage in a prime but quiet location.
Two comfortable Queen size beds. 2 living rooms, Smart T.V. etc.

Excellent Wifi / Mobile coverage.
A cozy wood-burner fire for the cooler months.
Easy access and parking.

Many of our guests recommend at least three nights to enjoy the location.

The cottage is on an elevated site on a tidal estuary. At high tide, you can swim, explore the Inlet by kayak or just sit back and relax down at the waters edge and enjoy the sunrise or sunset.

Located 6 minutes from Mapua Village where you will find excellent local Cafe's, Restaurants, brewery, wine bar, supermarket and specialty shops and an abundance of art.

The district offers a great climate with plenty to do all year round.
Local bike hire to explore The Great Taste Cycle Trails
Mapua Village - 6 minutes
Mapua Ferry to Rabbit Island for walking or biking
Central for day trips to Abel Tasman National Park for cruises, hiking tracks and the beautiful golden sand beaches.
6 mins from Mapua Village
Gravity Cellars & Winery 5 min
Marahau, Kaitereteri Beaches- 40 minutes
Golden Bay is just 60 minutes away.
Cable Bay - 40 minutes
Motueka - 15 - minutes
Richmond - 15 minutes
Nelson - 20 - minutes
Bronte Art Gallery - 1 minute
Grossi Point Reserve and Mapua swimming – 5 minutes
Ruby Bay Beach - 5 minutes
The Playhouse Cafe and Theatre – 4 minutes
Rabbit Island swimming and walks – 7 minutes
Nelson airport - 20 minutes

* * * Kind words from our guests * * *
Katherine.
''We fell in love with the cottage before we even stepped inside. Once inside we fell even more in love. The cottage was beautifully appointed with everything you need for a short or longer stay. The backdrop was incredible with views across the bay. Location was fantastic.''

Ken R.
''We loved our time here. Six days was not enough. Great view. Fully equipped, and amazing hosts.
Looking forward to coming back.''

Kiwitraveller
The cottage is wonderfully located and tranquil with a lovely in and out flow. Everything you need for a relaxed holiday including kayaks for the water. Very nice welcome basket as well as a good vegetable plot to use. Highly recommend staying at the cottage.

Greg
The property is in an amazing location, so nice to wake up to sunrise over the estuary.
Super clean, neat and tidy.
Wonderful accommodating hosts.
Couldn't ask for more

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Features

PETS

No Pets Allowed
BEACH

Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
DINING

Dining Table
SAFETY

Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
GENERAL

Composting Energy-saving Switches Property Does Not Allow Children Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting Waste Recycling Policy
KITCHEN

Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
LAUNDRY

Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
PARKING

Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
INTERNET

Free WiFi
OUTDOORS

Balcony Garden Outdoor Furniture
BATHROOMS

1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
WORKSPACES

Desk Desk Chair
LANGS SPOKEN

English
THINGS TO DO

Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
ENTERTAINMENT

Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library Smart TV
LIVING SPACES

Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
CLIMATE CONTROL

Air Conditioning Heating
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

In A Rural Location In The City Center In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Sea Next To A Golf Course On The Waterfront
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

3 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: No Smoking Inside The House OR Outside Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Thin Carpet In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

Check-in : 03:00 PM Check-out : 10:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 4

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Raewyn C.
Submitted Dec 12, 2025

Stayed Dec 5, 2025

The cottage was even better than the photos which is hard to believe because the photos were fantastic. This was a true oasis and Lesley was the perfect host. We loved all the thoughtful little touches... 2 x luggage racks plus a luggage bench in each room. The hot water bottles that matched the decor... truly Kiwiana. This is truly a place that feels like a private sanctuary.
Robert N.
Submitted Feb 25, 2025

Stayed Feb 1, 2025

This is our third visit here and it never fails to delight. The location and standard of accommodation is excellent.
Dave S.
Submitted Nov 30, 2024

Stayed Nov 14, 2024

Everything about our stay was as good as it could be, Home is well equipped and communication was very helpful. It was the location on the edge of the bay which really did it for us though. The outdoor space, setting and views are just glorious. Would have stayed longer if we could, would stay again if it wasn't on the other side of the world from home.
Ian A.
Submitted Oct 17, 2024

Stayed Oct 11, 2024

We felt privileged to be able to stay in this lovely home in a fantastic setting. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing stay with everything you need and panoramic views.
Fiona R.
Submitted Oct 3, 2024

Stayed Sep 24, 2024

A wonderful place to take a break. We never got tired of waking up to the beautiful views. Adored the artworks and garden, would definitely go back.
Sarah W.
Submitted Apr 23, 2024

Stayed Apr 17, 2024

The hosts were amazing and the cottage was super clean and welcoming. Touch of fresh flowers and some little treats in the fridge. Eco friendly too.
Jay K.
Submitted Feb 4, 2024

Stayed Jan 9, 2024

Quiet, comfortable, charming cottage. Delightful outdoor seating area; views to the bay; five minute drive to village. Perfect stay! Wonderful owners live nearby.
Lenore R.
Submitted Nov 10, 2023

Stayed Nov 6, 2023

Gorgeous property. The owner left fresh flowers and a generous welcome pack for us. Beautifully appointed cottage with everything you could possibly need. The views are fantastic and the location is excellent for exploring the region. Would stay again.
Julie K.
Submitted May 6, 2023

Stayed Apr 29, 2023

Very peaceful and relaxing cottage. Estuary views, lovely garden and comfortable decking space. Everything provided internally with a special owners touch ( flowers , and basket of treats ). Very clean, with good linen, comfortable furniture and sufficient heating. I am recommending Bronte.
Tahlia N.
Submitted Apr 17, 2023

Stayed Mar 15, 2023

Bronte Tides Cottage is a very special place with stunning views of the tidal estuary and sunrises. I stayed for 3 weeks and was delighted to find it even had an office room, which I could use for yoga as well as carrying on my business. Sunny and warm when the sun shines, and has a fire for the colder months.