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About this property
Elegant Accommodations: māra in Ruby Bay offers a bed and breakfast experience with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy garden views and a relaxing outdoor seating area. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a kitchenette, private bathroom, and a dining area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, bicycle parking, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delightful Breakfast: A breakfast is provided in-room, featuring freshly baked bread, pastries, and a selection of teas and coffees. Guests appreciate the quality and variety of the breakfast offerings. Local Attractions: Located 20 mi from Nelson Cathedral and 21 mi from Trafalgar Park, māra is 0 mi from Nelson Airport. Cycling enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area with ease.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fast free Wifi 105 Mbps)
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mark
United States“Mara was a quiet respite in a wonderful little town. Our host was gracious and served fabulous rhubarb for breakfast! The grounds were beautiful and birds were chirping about .” - Helen
New Zealand“Comfortable quiet place to stay. The extra touches like cold water in the Fridge ( still And sparkling) just makes the stay even more comfortable. Delightful place and host” - Andrew United States“The gardens were beautiful, the unit was modern and comfortable, the host was very helpful and engaging, and Ruby Beach has great access to fun things to do.”
- Nathan
Canada“Terrific place with amazing finishings, great layout and very nice touches such as fresh milk in the fridge. A gorgeous surrounding garden and a beautiful modern bathroom made for the perfect refuge.” - Bryson United States“Insanely amazing gardens around the property. Makes for quite an incredible walk around or relax about. The bed was super comfy. Very big as we got the king. Host is super nice and brought us breakfast at 8 am on the dot when we requested....”
Ieva
Lithuania“We had a great stay! Hostess Nicky was very welcoming and sweet. Super king size bed was amazing, home made breakfast at your door step is truly hard to beat. Both the room and bathroom are modern, comfortable and convenient. The location while a...”- Louise New Zealand“Astonishingly beautiful property with gorgeous 5 star hotel like accomodation.”
- Emily New Zealand“We loved Māra… such a find! This boutique accommodation was only a few mins drive from Māpua wharf and was set in a huge gorgeous garden with outside seating and a peek of the sea. The studios were purpose built as guest accommodation and every...”
- Vanda United States“Wonderful modern room. Beautifully appointed and quiet. Comfortable bed and well stocked kitchen. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful!”
- Paulina
Poland“The interiors were amazing! Very modern and minimalistic. Fully equipped. The garden was beautiful and Nicky was super friendly and kind. One of the best places we've stayed at.”
Hosted by Nicky Cronin and Jim Thompson
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.
