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Golden Bay Accommodation New Zealand (NZ)

ADRIFT IN GOLDEN BAY
Absolute Beachfront Accommodation

This Golden Bay accommodation sits on the water's edge overlooking the quiet, private, sandy Tukurua Beach.
(Click the photos on this page for larger images and a photographic tour of the lodgings and Golden Bay New Zealand )
View of Tukurua Beach in directly front of Adrift

Bess and Gordon- Your hosts.

We are a small, family-run retreat so you can be confident of receiving a warm personal welcome and friendly kiwi hospitality.


Relax...

  • In a peaceful, intimate garden setting with breathtaking views over Golden Bay. 
  • Wander down to our private, sandy beach for a leisurely stroll or a refreshing swim in the safe, sheltered waters of Golden Bay.
  • Sleep to the soothing sounds of the waves lapping on the shore.
  • Our private location and warm hospitality offers you a haven from the busyness of everyday life. 
  • Golden Bay.
    Cottage living room.


    Our cottage accommodation features:

  • Elegant, modern decor with hardwood floors, exposed timber ceilings and quality furnishings.
  • King-size or twin beds which all face east to the clear blue waters of Golden Bay and capture the rising sun or moon.
  • Modern, well-equipped kitchens with dishwasher and microwave ovens.
  • Spa bath.
  • Deep, double hydrotherapy spa baths .
  • Tiled bathrooms with underfloor heating and unlimited hot water.
  • Large sunny decks.
  • Private courtyards with gas barbecues.
  • Ample room heating.
  • Breakfast hampers which include home-made, home-grown and locally sourced ingredients.
  • For more information on the cottage accommodation please go to our Facilities page.
  • Our studio accommodation features:

  • Purpose-built studio room with private entrance, attached to our home.
  • Ensuite bathroom with tiled walk-in shower.
  • King-size or twin beds which also face east, giving expansive views over Golden Bay.
  • A continental breakfast hamper including home-made, home-grown and locally sourced ingredients.
  • For more information on the studio accommodation please go to our Facilities page.
  • Lounge area of B and B
    Penguin nest.

    Enjoy...

  • Our sheltered valley location.
  • Our spacious 10 acre (4 Ha) rural property.
  • The peace and quiet; 1 km to nearest public road.
  • Our often deserted beach since there is no public access to Tukurua Beach.
  • Barbeque facilities.
  • Surf kayaks.
  • DVD players and satellite broadband via Wi-Fi.
  • Eco-friendly environment.
  • Established penguin colony.
  • Coastal revegetation and wetlands projects on our property.
  • We have sold our lily farm and nursery to focus on our accommodation, this will be operated from Christchurch. Visit Lilies in Bloom

  • Explore...

  • This beautiful area,  well known for its artisans, interesting cafes, spectacular landscapes and varied day walks.
  • Our central location in Golden Bay enables you to enjoy day trips within Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks and the Farewell Spit Nature Reserve.
  • You will soon come to appreciate why Golden Bay has become known as "New Zealand's Best Kept Secret" .

  • Golden Bay sunrise over Abel Tasman National Park.


  • To check the availability of our accommodation, get an instant quote or make an instant confirmed booking go to our Adrift Accommodation Booking Page

     
  • Our website includes not only information about our Golden Bay accomodation but also travel information for Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks, Farewell Spit and the Nelson region in general. Also on this website are details of tourism related activities you can enjoy whilst in Golden Bay, such as river and sea kayaking, mountain biking, hiking (tramping), backpacking, caving, fishing, visiting our many local potters, craftspeople, artists and beautiful gardens.
  • Some photos (those with a +) can be clicked to give a larger image and a tour of the lodgings and the north-west Nelson region. Included in these photos is the town of Takaka and the village of Collingwood, the only two settlements of any size in Golden Bay New Zealand. Or click the following link Accomodation and N.W. Nelson region photo gallery.
  • Come back often as the website will be regularly added to as we develop it with details and pictures of our accommodation and Golden Bay tourist information on this beautiful part of the South Island of New Zealand.


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