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Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub

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On the beach
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ruby Bay, Tasman Region
  • Mapua Wharf
    5 min drive
  • Kina Peninsula
    10 min drive
  • Java Hut
    3 min drive
  • Nelson (NSN)
    27 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub


About this space:

Situated on the Ruby Coast at the gateway to the Tasman Region, our oasis is the perfect place to relax or explore the Abel Tasman National Park.

As soon as you arrive, you will be mesmerized by the uninterrupted sea views and beautifully landscaped gardens.

With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, there is plenty of space for everyone.

Facilities include a hot tub, outdoor fire, kayaks, BBQ area, outdoor lounges, fully enclosed lawn and gardens & more.

The space:

Located right on the beach front in Ruby Bay, our place is the perfect spot to unwind and relax, or make the most of the outdoors.

Our house is the perfect mix of modern and retro; you will have fun exploring some of the eclectic decor. It is as comfortable and as homely as you can get. There are four bedrooms with two bathrooms. External stairs connect the upstairs and downstairs. There is a caravan available on request if you have extra guests.

Enjoy the outdoor hot tub, take the kayaks out on the bay in front of the house, wash the sand off in the outdoor shower and have a drink on the deck while the sun goes down.

Getting there couldn't be easier. Less than 30 mins drive from the airport, the Tasman region has a plethora of activities at the ready. From award winning restaurants and cafes at the Mapua wharf, to breweries, galleries, Abel Tasman National Park, and the Great Taste Trail on your doorstep.

- Drive on access with plenty of off street parking
- Free unlimited high speed internet
- All linens provided
- Full service kitchen with quality appliances, pots, pans & crockery
- Heat pump + Indoor fire
- Washing machine
- Baby friendly - Portacot + Highchair (upon request)

Guest access:

- Hot tub under the stars
- Full use of kayaks
- Outdoor Fire & BBQ Area
- Outdoor lounges
- Full wrap around deck for entertaining
- Indoor Fire place
- Fully enclosed private lawn + gardens

Other things to note:

Upstairs and Downstairs areas are connected with external stairs.

For the safety of everyone outside security cameras are installed on roadside and on the beach side of the property.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Mapua Wharf. You'll find features like a spa tub. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 5 minutes by car from Mapua Wharf and 9 minutes from Mahana Estates
This vacation home offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Sue

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking OUTSIDE only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Smartphone data usage (unlimited)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Absolute Beachfront House With Sea Views Mapua
Absolute Beachfront House With Sea Views Private vacation home

Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing spot
Lovely location, beautiful comfortable home. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for some R&R!
We had a great time, staying three nights with our two kids (4 and 1). Great cozy house (we just stayed upstairs) and very accessible to the various tourist spots across Tasman/Golden Bay + accessible to Nelson/Richmond and Motueka. Kids loved the place and especially the container of duplo! Thanks for having us Sue!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location with every detail taken care of.
The Costa Ruby was the perfect place to stay, we were not disappointed. Every detail was taken care of, making it a home away from home. Sue & Whitney were fantastic hosts, they were very organised and the communication we received from the time we booked, lead up to our arrival, the information booklet at the property and responsiveness to our texts showed we were important to them. The home was well appointed, even catering for your entertainment needs with kayaks, hot tub, games and local information. Absolutely loved the decor - it made the home feel so welcoming. Highly recommend this place, we would certainly come back and stay at this location again Thanks for having us - 5 stars from us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place and views
Lovely home, amazing property and spectacular views. Great communication with the owner. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly
Great property, kitchen had all we needed. Great outdoor seating for all weather. Easy access to beach. Quirky decor with stunning views. Thanks Sue
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Spicer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Fab stay, great house, awesome gardens, lovely cafe close by (best fish ever). Host very responsive, everything easy. Lovely lady next door too. 10/10. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday!
A wonderful holiday home, with some much love and details put in. Thank you for a great holiday! The view is spectacular and the house has everything you could need. Starry spas were a winner for us. We will definitely return! Absolutely brilliant!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a magical gem in an amazing location
This has been one of our favorite picks in the Tasman / Nelson area. The property is quirky, stylish, functional and lovely. The beach right out back is gorgeous. Nearby Māpua wharf became a regular visit for the family and we enjoyed every aspect of this place, the walking paths, the food, the shells. A little slice of heaven on earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Decks and Gardens!
Immaculately clean house. Our party of 6 loved the deck which wrapped the house for all day sun or sit by the outdoor gas fire at night. Loved the retro touches. Beautiful gardens. Would highly recommend, Thanks for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Savana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We Loved our stay at Costa Ruby - such an amazing place to relax and unwind. Comfy beds, great shower, stunning views and of course the Hot Tub! Love the retro theme upstairs and all the little Knick knacks. so much thought has gone into everything. Very cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Lovely family villa. We all stayed on the top floor no issues and used the bedrooms below to store luggage. Gorgeous spot on the beach. We cycled and went for long walks. The takeaway next door had great Thai!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very luxurious
Costa Ruby was such a great place for a family to relax and enjoy ourselves- would thoroughly recommend. Loved the decore
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Letitia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
Costa Ruby was everything and more than we expected. Incredible location, great rooms and easy to organise arrival and departure, thank you Sue, we will be back and tell all our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star Beach House
Our 3 night stay at Ruby Bay with family at this amazing beach front property was fantastic. Massive out door balcony area extremely well equipped with sun lounges, BBQ, tables the list goes on. Kitchen had everything you needed and oven was excellent. Loved the décor, that 70's feeling took us all back. Great bedrooms and comfortable beds. View was wonderful and you are steps away from the beach. Take away next door which was handy but took full advantage of the BBQ and balcony and fantastic view. My only negative for this property was there was a little too much chlorine in the spa, but apart from that would highly recommend and would not hesitate staying again. Central location to explore the Tasman Region which is a magical part of NZ. Thank you Sue, your property from the front gate to the beach is 5 Star
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and unbelievable deck.
Great views and amazing setting. Appliances functional but not modern. Fantastic amenities outside
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl N.

Beautiful location!
Dishes, hot tub were dirty. Cleanliness standards were not met. Owner was notified and will rectify.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We'll be back!
Really enjoyed our stay and will definitely return. Fantastic view and loved the mix of retro and modern.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to relax and enjoy a holiday
A lovely and unique home, set in a beautiful garden with beach access and a stunning view. Perfect spot for a holiday to be both relaxing and active. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Neil

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, laid-back spot, right on the beach. Quiet neighborhood. House is very well set up. Has pretty much everything you need. The house is like a late '60s, early 70's time warp! The owners have gone to great lengths the keep its original vibe with the decor & furniture, which we really liked! The only negative is the hot tub needs a service maybe, as only a couple of jets were working. I would have liked it to get a little hotter too. That said, however, we still enjoyed using it a couple of times. Definitely recommend the property & would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beachside Stay!
Thanks for an excellent stay! We really enjoyed the house and the facilities. The host was most helpful and the hot tub fantastic! We would suggest some really clear instructions in regards to the TV operation and also the external gas heating. Everything else was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liesl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
You’ll want to keep it a secret!
We had an amazing stay at Costa Ruby, perfect for our “girls weekend”. The house has been perfectly set up and we can’t wait to come back with the guys. There is a wonderful mix of modern and retro that will be guaranteed to take you down memory lane. A total credit to the hostess:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location on the beach. Lounge has large windows overlooking the sea - spectacular sunrises
Plenty of room, outstanding gardens and multiple areas to dine outdoors and relax. Hot tub in immaculate condition. Retro style interiors, large TV and open fire or heat pump. Perfect for our 4 day stay and only 10 mins drive from Motueka. Interesting antique shops and cafes just 5 mins away in Mapua.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing accommodation, beautiful location
Can’t recommend this property enough, fantastic location, close to lots of activities, clean, very cool fit out, loved the spa and the view, we had the best time, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a relaxing break- would book again!
This bach suited us perfectly for a family of 6. We watched the sunrise and the kids kayak from the deck in the morning, dinner on the back deck at sunset, long walks on the beach at dusk. First book-a-bach we have stayed where we felt that really comfortable 'summer-bach-holiday' feeling. Bach has everything needed-plenty of space inside & outside & very clean and comfortable. hosts were super helpful and contactable. great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous and funky
A fabulous retro 2 bed house upstairs and a modern apartment downstairs. Well appointed and great extras like the kayaks and the spa pool which both got lots of use. Close to lots of fun stuff like Abel Tasman, Biking / mountain biking vineyards etc. The whole family loved our stay, and owners went the extra mile to send us back a key we left behind.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021