Abel Tasman Holiday Home, Golden Bay, New Zealand
Guestbook
"Villa on the Bay – where the blue of the sea meets the gold of the sand – unique!!!"
April 2007, Kathryn, Australia
"Wonderful, wonderful! Fantastic holiday home that will go with us in our memories!"
April 2007, Christine and Mark, Australia
"Absolutely beautiful. Great place to stay."
April 2007, Pat and Chris, Australia
"It started with a wine and finished with a wine and everything in between
was perfect. New Kiwis showing Scottish family the ultimate in NZ lifestyle!
Awesome holiday house, views and perfect surroundings for the Easter treasure hunt.
Caught the "mobydick" of blue cod, couldn’t fit it on the BBQ! We will be
back!"
The Elliot family, Nelson, NZ, June and Peter, Nelson, NZ
"Fantastic holiday home, loved it!"
Anne and Rorrie, Scotland
"Wonderful house – very relaxing, we all enjoyed ourselves immensely."
Feb 2007, Patricia, Kaitaia, New Zealand
"Relaxing break and great family holiday."
Feb 2007, Ray and Vicki – Kaitaia, New Zealand
"Wonderful house and location – great memories, not long enough!"
Feb 2007, Murray and Maria, Singapore.
"We first stayed at the "Villa" holiday home in Golden Bay in Jan 2006, but we were so busy enjoying ourselves we forgot to sign the 'book'. Our second visit has been equally enjoyable – we’ve been blessed with beautiful weather and enjoyed various beach and bush walks. The Villa, as we knew it would be, has been exceptional – the kitchen is a cook’s dream, the four poster’s a princesses dream! Other highlights this year were stargazing on a clear night, bird watching in the morning from my four poster – watch out for the tui – sunsets and putting my feet up with a good book. In sum, Villa on the Bay is a slice of paradise!"
Jan 2007, The Manji family, Christchurch, NZ
"A sensational spot for our post wedding wind-down. The English visitors loved the spectacular scenery, especially at Farewell spit and Wharariki Beach. We all enjoyed the wonderful food, art and ambience of Golden Bay. As the weather was mixed the beauty and warmth of the Villa was especially appreciated."
Oct 2006, Walls and Saunders families
"Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful holiday home. It is fabulous! We took full advantage of all the activities!!
"We are all grateful for the many thoughtful touches – the well stocked kitchen,
the books, the piles of beach towels, the plush bathrobes and all of this in
addition to a beautiful, tranquil home in an outstanding location! Blessings
to you – from our extended family."
Sep 2006, The Wachters, Petersons and Boone, Hawaii
"Thank you so much for sharing your slice of heaven, a very precious opportunity for us all to catch up, drop the stresses of CBD, perfect comfort, perfect weather!"
June 2006, C. Dunn, Nelson, NZ
"Fantastic time! Loved it! A wonderful sojourn! Once again luxurious bliss!! Thanks so much."
June 2006, Vicki Mcghee, Nelson, NZ
"A perfect spot for a three generation reunion from the UK, USA and Wellington – ages 3 to 91! We loved the house, we loved Golden Bay, we loved the food and went away lighter in pocket, heavier in luggage and tighter in trousers!! Hope to come back soon."
April 2006, The Cosmans
"Tony and I would like to sincerely thank you for all your help and preparation in making our wedding and honeymoon a truly outstanding experience. The Villa was just amazing and both Tony and I and those who stayed with us, had an unforgettable holiday. We loved every minute of our time and got to do some really fun things around Golden Bay, including: Salmon fishing, day trip to Farewell Spit, Kayaking, checked out loads of art galleries and bought fantastic pottery from Paul Winspear, candles from Living Light, day trip to Totaranui Beach (in my opinion the most perfect beach I have ever seen and swam at!) plus loads of time just chilling at the Villa and walking along the beach. The wedding day was perfect and the Villa accommodated our small wedding party brilliantly."
Feb 2006, Natalie and Tony, Auckland, NZ
"Fantastic house – we thoroughly enjoyed lounging in luxury. Next time we’ll come in the summer!!"
Jan 2006, Susan, UK
"Wonderful site, wonderful food and house near perfection. Enjoyed going to the beach (even spotted a stingray). Great for families."
Dec/Jan 2006, Shaw family
"Hickman clan – Invercargill to Coromandel to celebrate an 80th birthday. 8 people together for a wonderful weekend of family, comfort and luxury."
October 2005 Hickman, Invercargill, NZ
"Thank you – an idyllic few days, perfect weather – wish our golf was better! Great base to explore this interesting and diverse region."
April 2005, Peter and Alison, Bishop Tom and Dyllis, Wellington, NZ
"Magic!! Wonderful introduction to Golden Bay. Much appreciated. Will be back!"
April 2005, Michael, Parnell. NZ
"We had a wonderful week in this little piece of paradise, thank you to Josie for making everything so perfect. Beautiful home, very tranquil."
Feb 2005, Mark, Rae and Alana, NZ
"What a blessed spot! Beautiful, family friendly home, long beaches with languid waters, spectacular bush walks and limitless serenity. We will be back!"
Jan 2005, The Close family, Christchurch
"Fantastic house, great for our family Christmas ‘get together’ We will take very special memories back to Ireland . . . . Thanks."
December 2005, The Creagh, O’Rourke, Gaynor and Guy families. Ireland and UK
"Thanks you for letting us film the ‘Trumpet’ commercial in this fabulous house! We will all be back!"
Nov 2004
"It doesn’t get much better than this! What a magical place to stay. A slice of heaven – so hard to leave – we’ll definitely be back!"
August 2004, Maree and John, Auckland, NZ
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