Wakatu stay.Your stay at this Wakatu vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Hospital. Isel Park and Nelson College are also within 2 miles (3 km).
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Nelson Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
McCashin's Brewery - 5 min drive
Greenmeadows Cafe - 4 min drive
Squires Pub & Cafe - 4 min drive
Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
A turn of the century villa with an interesting history! For it's first 30 years it was the 2nd story of one of the areas original farmsteads before being split from the ground level and relocated 100m north to where it sits today. Privately nestled in amongst heritage trees on a large section you could be mistaken for being in the country. Lovingly renovated and restored in 2019, this beautiful 3 bedroom/2 bathroom villa now offers the perfect mix of modern conveniences and original features.
The house was built throughout with Rimu (a NZ native hardwood) but had been covered up with carpets, vinyl or paint for years. Post renovation the Rimu has been set free. Wooden floors restored, doors & trim stripped back and new benchtops installed in the kitchen and bathrooms. Fully equipped modern kitchen with a center island making it great for cooking and entertaining. 2 large lounges located on opposite sides of the house, making one a great morning spot to catch the rising sun through the trees and the other for the afternoon setting sun. High ceilings, central heating, 2 fireplaces and outdoor patio dining makes this a very comfortable house both inside and out. Note: A security camera operates in the front entry area.
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Composting
Comprehensive recycling policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Unit size: 1,722 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Elegant Nestled In The Trees
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees Nelson
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees Private vacation home
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees Private vacation home Nelson
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gael H.
15 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property
We were a group of 4 ladies. We really enjoyed our stay at this villa. It was everything we could have asked for and we were reluctant to leave it. Would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in Nelson.
Gael H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dawn M.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Beautiful home. Everything you need including books, board games, dvds. Spare bedding. Plenty of space for our group of 6.Beautiful mornings having coffee out on the deck.
Dawn M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fiona R.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We had such a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. Everything was extremely well set up and very comfortable. We truly felt at home which was great given we were staying for 10 days. In fact, we didn't want to leave! We will certainly return soon.
Fiona R.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria C.
19 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Lovely place to stay, large lounges, great kitchen, verandas, outdoor space, BBQ and trees. Between airport and city, easy ubering.
Victoria C.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Dennys G.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Leafy paradise
Wonderful place to stay. Access a bit steep (stairs) and uneven (concrete path with an occasional step) for elderley - most of us were close to or over 80. But spacious living conditions more than compensated. Lovely warm central heating and real fire places - we struck some quite cool weather. Thank you Tom and Taya
Dennys G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie A., Brisbane, Australia
24 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We loved the location of this property just a few minutes drive from Nelson. This property has been beautifully restored and we enjoyed the ambience and size. There were two bathrooms - a must for the four of us. We would come back again. Thank you to our hosts.
Debbie A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
10 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
This was a beautiful home for myself and four friends to stay at while visiting Nelson. The kitchen was very well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc. to cook meals with. It was a quiet location and easy to get to. Unfortunately, it rained during our stay so we couldn’t go outside and enjoy the surroundings, but we were able to build a fire in one of the two fireplaces and enjoy an evening inside instead. The home was very clean. Beds and seating areas were very comfortable as well. We’d definitely stay here again! Thank you Tim and Taya for being such wonderful hosts!
Julie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful property in Whakatu
The property was perfect n had all ghat we neede and more. Our whanau really enjoyed the character of the house n the hustory. We loved the wooden floors the Big big windows n the kitchen spce it was just sospcial. And some great family memories made
Christine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve S.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in the treehouse
Great house for a family stay - very clean, very well laid-out, and very well appointed.
Steve S.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gerald H., Auburn, WA
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nelson Charmer
Lovely older home that was very well provisioned and provided a great base for touring the area. Close to town and nearby groceries. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. We very much enjoyed our stay in Nelson.
Gerald H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenni D.
24 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accommodation
This property was perfect for our group of six adults and two young children. Close and easy access to CBD.
Two bathrooms and two living rooms, plus trampoline for kids, worked really well for us.
Jenni D.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Drew N.
8 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family base
Lively well presented property. Great for families, with garden and off street parking. Easy access to local area.
Drew N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
19 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Very impressed with this property, the house was lovely, the location was fantastic and the owners were super easy to contact
Loved the back terrace with the BBQ and evening sun
Victria
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Contessa B.
5 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Kapa Haka Parents
We were a group of 5 parents in Nelson to watch our children perform in the National kapa haka comp. The house was perfect for us had everything we needed. Easy to keep tidy, very clean. While we were there it was very cold at night so the heating system was a savior.
Contessa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jenny L.
1 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Thank you. Beautiful house & garden. Central heating was wonderful. Fully equipped kitchen.
Nice & close to town.
Had we realised this was next to very busy road I wouldn’t have stayed here but everything else was perfect
Jenny L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel H.
27 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous villa
This style of house is just the sort we already loved. It has been restored fabulously and works exceptionally well as a short term stay. Location was handy to anywhere - good walking paths from the house for the keen walkers and easy to get to the central city and into the country as well. The house is very well equipped- only unusual feature is the inaccessible (without climbing on a stool) location for the microwave!
Rachel H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
shane w.
17 Feb 2022
Perfect base for families to explore Nelson
Very close to the hospital and short drive into centre of Nelson. The owners have done a fabulous job of renovating the house inside. The beds were very comfortable too.
shane w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Gareth H.
6 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nelson Getaway
A great place to unwind, beautifully presented and modernised villa, close to all the action in and around Nelson.