First Light Rangihaeata Retreat

100 Rangihaeata Road, 7182 Takaka, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>39</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
40 reviews
a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat in Takaka
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a bathroom with a sink and a window and a door at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat in Takaka
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First Light Rangihaeata Retreat

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  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom

Boasting sea views, First light rangihaeata offers accommodations with a terrace and a kettle, around 8.7 mi from Golden Bay. Guests staying at this chalet have access to a well-equipped outdoor kitchen and a balcony. This chalet with garden views has 1 bedroom. There is a kitchen and bathroom with a shower and a heater, located 66 feet from the chalet. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Nelson Airport is 40 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lucila
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was perfect! So peaceful, clean, comfortable and cossy. We love it! The best part was the view. We couldn’t ask for more.”
  • Cecile
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The cute cottage, beautiful view, the comfy bed and amazing shower!! We decided to book this because of the heavy rains, could not have made a better decision!!”
  • Nadine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It's such a peaceful place, great to relax in. There are so many amazing things to explore in the area.”

Hosted by Fiona Balfour

8.3
8.3
Host Review Score
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Fiona Balfour
We are excited to welcome you to our listing , our beautiful cabin set on an organic coastal property with stunning views over the ocean. We have private swimming and kayaking off the land (tidal) . Peaceful and private, this is the perfect retreat to enjoy the myriad of birdlife and ever-changing ocean/estuary views. We are centrally located in sub-tropical Golden bay only 5 minutes from Takaka village and another minute to Paynes Ford rock-climbing and river holes. There is a beautiful fairly private beach just a few minutes walk away.
We are a progressively minded family living in the beautiful area of Golden Bay building our eco/ yoga retreat. (In our opinion Golden Bay is one of the most physically beautiful locations in NZ with still a large amount of rainforests left intact, sparkling green rivers and pristine beaches!) Aside from that the people are wonderful,it is a very vibrant ,colourful and peaceful community. I am a yoga practitioner of 30 years and offer classes on request in our nearly finished yoga studio overlooking the ocean or outside on the grass. We are passionate about the environment which is why we choose to be completely organic with no chemicals used on our land. We are a well traveled family, interests include yoga, meditation, art, music, alternative energy/architecture, permaculture,,climbing, nutrition, fishing,motorbiking,cycling and holistic health etc.etc
We believe Golden Bay is one of the most stunning of NZ with incredible weather, still large tracts of rainforests and pristine beaches and rivers. There are many scenic wonders to explore here and many fabulous restaurants and cafes for fun dining . There is always options for great live/dance music and we have a wonderful village theatre.
Languages spoken: English,French

Area info

Amenities of First Light Rangihaeata Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Mosquito net
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Private beach area
    • Barbecue
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Horseback riding
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional charge
    • Skiing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Additional charge
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Services & Extras
    • Wake-up service
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Transportation
    • Bicycle rental
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French

    House rules

    First Light Rangihaeata Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform First Light Rangihaeata Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about First Light Rangihaeata Retreat

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat on this page.

    • First Light Rangihaeata Retreat can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • First Light Rangihaeata Retreat is 3.1 miles from the center of Takaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • First Light Rangihaeata Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach
      • Bicycle rental
      • Private beach area

    • Check-in at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at First Light Rangihaeata Retreat on this page.

    • First Light Rangihaeata Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.