Avis Peak View Retreat - Finalist in the Bookabach Bach of the Year Awards 2022

Peak View The gracious host met us at the bridge and lead us 2-miles uphill, curving back and forth through forests and fields, and finally to the mountain top and Peak View home. Wow! As you open the front door the considered design of the spaces and furnishings is apparent and the 180° views will steal your heart. You’ll see the Tasman Bay, the adjacent nature reserve, the Abel Tasman Park in the distance, and the 200 private wooded acres that surround the home. Outside, a sweeping wrap-around deck offers 360° views of sunrises, sunsets, and stars, not to mention clouds and birds at eye-level. Back inside, the house has a lovely living and dining room and even a snug for TV watching. The first-level has a discreet powder room, and an open kitchen with handsome host-made barstools plus beautiful host-made ceramic plates and cups. Heading down the gracious spiral staircase to the lower floor, built partially into the mountain which keeps it cool and cozy, you’ll find a large naturally lit hallway that leads to the two small bedrooms that are nicely appointed with large comfortable beds and nice views. The two compact en-suite bathrooms are modern and stylish, but could use more counter space. For outdoor relaxation, there is a terrific wood-fired hot tub and the adjacent wood-fired sauna has a glass wall to take in the uninterrupted views. This awesome mountain top retreat, fully living up to its name, will gift you with innumerable and unforgettable peak experiences.

We loved everything about this property, the peace and tranquility, the beauty and views amazing. And the hosts attention to detail outstanding! Thank you, we look forward to revisiting 😍

Views, hot tub and hosts who go the extra mile, worth every cent, such an amazing experience

Wonderful views. Clean property. Well equipped. Exceptional privacy. Nat and Carl are very organized, super nice and provide excellent service.

Quite, peaceful, and wonderfully comfortable. Makes you want to sell up at home and move in. Hosts were great - all the best for their plans for the future.