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Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub

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A garden, a playground and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking OUTSIDE only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking OUTSIDE only.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ruby Bay, a neighbourhood in Mapua. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahurangi National Park and Grossi Point Reserve, while Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Mapua travel guide
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Ruby Bay, Tasman Region

What's nearby

  • Kina Peninsula
    9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Mahana Estates
    10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Seifried Estate Winery
    11 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Mapua Wharf
    13 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Neudorf
    14 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jellyfish
    4 min drive
  • The Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Mapua Village Bakery
    3 min drive
  • Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe
    17 min drive
  • Golden Bear Brewing
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ruby Bay holiday home is 2 mi (3.1 km) from Mapua Wharf and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Grossi Point Reserve. Tasman Golf Club and Kina Peninsula are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, heaps of room for extended family, kayaks were a lot of fun too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation. Clean spacious and well equipped. The garden and outdoor seating was amazing with beautiful views and right on the beach. Welcoming and friendly host. Would definitely stay again next time we’re in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay

We loved our stay. It was the perfect spot for our family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location and the house. The house was the perfect size for our group. The house was clean, the linen and towels were good quality. The kitchen was well equipped and everything it excellent working order. Loved the retro touches right down to the dinner plates.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was really quick on the answers, the place was amazing and really clean, the view is incredible and we had more than everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great location, made even better by the comfortable, well appointed and unique house! This is a perfect base to explore all that the region has to offer - in all directions. Cosy for a couple but great also for a larger group. If you’re looking for a relaxing holiday by the sea, you’ll love this. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five star

This property is excellent. Has everything we needed.situated right on the beach, time was spent kayaking, beach walking & relaxing in the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Time

My sister and two nieces stayed from Auckland. It was a wonderful break with treasured family. We only used the hot tub once as we were so busy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful sunrises! Worth the stay just to witness these. Thanks to wonderful hosts we had a relaxing time.C & G & G
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Beautiful property with everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little spot with amazing views

Great holiday bach! Excellent size and facilities for large groups. Great location to access both the Abel Tasman and Nelson.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We throughly enjoyed our stay in this charming , slighty quirky (a renovated 1970s house with double glazing & up to date bathrooms) holiday home right on the beach front. Wonderful views around the bay, easy access to the beach. A very well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, great shower pressure. The host responded quickly to any query ( including my suggestion that the pillows could be updated). I recommend this Ruby Bay property. We loved it, you will too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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