Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin - Upper Takaka

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Check out the area

Upper Takaka, Tasman

Ngarua Caves25 min drive
Takaka (KTF)28 min drive
Abel Tasman National Park34 min drive
Kaiteriteri Beach52 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Lounge Room sofa bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin

This property is like a little world of its own. Here you can get completely back to nature. The self contained cabin is newly renovated, comfy, secluded and a little quirky. It offers a private wood fired hot tub, garden hammock, outdoor dining table, fireplace in the lounge room, upstairs bedroom with comfortable super king bed and fully equipped kitchen. We're off-grid, so your stay will be carbon neutral.

The cabin accommodates 2 adults in the upstairs bedroom & 2 children on the sofa bed on the ground level lounge room. If your group is 4 adults we can accommodate 2 in the cabin & 2 in our house truck located 50 metres away (see our other site "Alpacas Off Grid - House Truck (Spacious/Boutique). Children are charged $90 per night per child (2-17 yrs). Breakfast at our house is included in your stay.

Step into another world: You will be on 32 acres of stunning native bush, hills and pasture. You will be sharing it with alpacas, chickens, ducks and aTibetan Spaniel.

We have glow worms!!!!...and pretty walking tracks on site.

On site you'll find lots of beautiful walking tracks, a couple of crystal clear creeks as well as diverse and plentiful wildlife....not to mention lots and lots of peace and quiet.

We hope to appeal to guests looking for a fun experience. We provide comfortable accommodation with an emphasis on what is essential. For us that means getting in touch with nature. Living simply.

We do not offer a TV, although there is a stereo. Internet access is possible but wifi is not in the cabin. We encourage people to unplug...play some board games...visit the alpacas. Of course guests should feel free to bring laptops etc... International guests should buy a 'Spark' SIM card for the best reception in this area.

We ask guests to take it slow on the steep gravel driveway and to close any gates they open as some animals are roaming.

We have several on site walking tracks which are beautiful. Also, just next door is the Kahurangi National Park and Takaka River.

We believe the Golden Bay area is still very much under rated so we advise guests to allow as much time as possible to explore the area properly. A vehicle is more or less essential unless you fly into Takaka in which case a car rental can be made. In winter you may arrange free airport transfers with us. It is certainly possible to spend a couple of nights here without a car for those who just want to relax.

Property manager

Natalie & Grant Patterson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Fireplace

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Accommodates children aged up to 17 yrs

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Upper Takaka

Located in Upper Takaka, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Golden Bay Museum & Gallery and Motueka District Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rawhiti Cave and Riuwaka Resurgence. Abel Tasman Paddleboarding and SimPit Technologies are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Upper Takaka, Tasman

What's nearby

Ngarua Caves - 25 min drive
Abel Tasman National Park - 34 min drive
Kaiteriteri Beach - 52 min drive
Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 52 min drive
Marahau Beach - 62 min drive

Getting around

Nelson (NSN) - 94 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alpacas Off Grid - Eco Cabin located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cabin is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kahurangi National Park and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Abel Tasman National Park. Rawhiti Cave and Golden Bay Museum & Gallery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Claude V.

4 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une belle expérience dans l'arrière pays

Une belle découverte avec des propriétaires sympathiques et avenants dans un environnement exceptionnel de la Nouvelle-Zélande. Avec le plaisir de côtoyer des Alpagas pendant tout notre séjour. Je recommande chaudement. Claude

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F., Surrey BC

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Experience

The stay was so delightful and memorable. The guest suite, the alpacas, the breakfast on the patio with a stunning view were all fabulous. It’s a farm stay with quirky edges but totally comfortable and I’d go back in a heartbeat. The area of Golden Bay is now our favourite part of New Zealand and we’re so glad we found it.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian I.

12 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural paradies with amazing host

Nat and Grant have the friendliest chickens with the strongest personalities we have ever met. But also the alpacas, ducks and even the hosts themselves are wonderful to spend time with. ;) The spacious property is an ideal place to relax and enjoy nature. The lovingly homemade breakfast was always a highlight for a great start into the day.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

26 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Setting

Awesome facilities for an off the property. Very accommodating host. Loved getting up close to the alpacas, very special.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

9 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic holiday spot

Can not speak highly enough of our stay. We were warmly greeted on arrival and walked through our accommodation so we new where everything was and how it all worked. Our hosts were amazing you couldn't meet nicer people. So if you are looking for a amazing spot to chill this is the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Natalie & Grant Patterson

Your hosts at the Alpacas Off Grid are Grant, Natalie, Shanti the Tibetan Spaniel, 12 Alpacas, 6 chickens and 12 ducks.

Their property used to be part of a large farm owned by the Riordan family. It was later subdivided and Grant and Nat purchased one of those subdivided sections in May 2019. With the creek, the off-grid house, and plenty of grazing for the alpacas - it was just what they were looking for.

Both Nat and Grant have both travelled extensively, and most recently lived for 5 years on Waiheke Island before moving to Golden Bay. Nat is a yoga teacher, originally from Brisbane and spins and knits garments from her alpaca's fleece. Grant loves the outdoors and frequently runs up the Kill Devil track on the neighbouring property - for fun!

Nat and Grant are experienced hosts having run a guest house on Waiheke Island during their time there. They love sharing their beautiful part of New Zealand with others - and look forward to welcoming you to the Alpacas Off Grid!