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Riwaka Retreat

55 School Road, Motueka 7198, New Zealand
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Riwaka Retreat
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Ranked #2 of 20 Motueka B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Harpenden, United Kingdom
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“an excellent base for Abel Tasman”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

Maree and Greg made us very comfortable in their beautiful retreat. Our comfy log cabin was well equiped and had a verandah looking over the pretty garden. We enjoyed 'eating in', using the BBQ facilities the first night and the local fish and chip shop the second. Each evening Maree provided baskets full of everything we needed to make our... More

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Wachtberg, Germany
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Perfect place for a quiet self-catering stay close to the stunning Abel Tasman Park”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

We stayed 2 nights in the Studio which is set in a secluded and pretty garden. The studio is well furnished and equipped and immaculate throughout. We were given a warm and friendly welcome and would recommend Riwaka Retreat as a very good value-for-money place to stay for a visit to Abel Tasman park. More

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Cleveland, Ohio
1 review
“wonderful stay in paradise”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

Great good fortune to have found this place. We came late at night and they accomodated us anyway, gracio usly. The entrance to our room/cabin was perfumed with the smell of jasmine flowers, growing profusely on the arbor we walked under to get to the room...very lovely. that gives you an idea of the spirit of the place. More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
26 February 2012

Thank you Bob for taking the time to review Riwaka Retreat. Thank goodness you found us at such a late hour. Having you both spend a night on the beach was not an option for us! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in Estuary Studio and yes the jasmine is in full bloom right now! Maree Owner/operator More

Christchurch
1 review
“Riwaka Retreat - What a Retreat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

What a wonderful place to have a relaxing quiet holiday. We have been here for three or four years and am always sorry to leave. The Riwaka Ritz has always been clean and tidy and very comfortable and is all you really need for a good holiday. Maree and Ken are excellent hosts, very knowledgeable, and can answer any questions... More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
26 February 2012

Thank you Russell for reviewing Riwaka Retreat. We know how you both love The Riwaka Ritz and we love having you visit us each year. We hope Christchurch stops shaking soon and look forward to your next visit at the end of December 2012. We will try for some fish for you again this year! Maree Owner/operator More

London, England, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The best coastal path walk Down Under”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011
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We had two fabulous Spring days, guided by Ken, and looked after by Maree, walking first from Marahau to Anchorage (with a water taxi pick up off the beach at 3.30pm) then second day, Tonga to Torrent Bay, this time with a water taxi outbound, stopping to admire the basking fur seals on the way. Day 1 was glorious weather,... More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
27 November 2011

Kathy and John I am so pleased you enjoyed your days with us even with the wind and rain on your second day - this does make us appreciate our perfect sunny days of which we are renowned for in the Abel Tasman. I hope you both really enjoyed the rest of your trip and John, you have set a... More

London
1 review
“all we could ask for”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

Maree and Ken are very helpful and know the area so well that we were able to get the most from our all too short stay. Simply the best. More

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“A quiet retreat to rest our weary tramping feet.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011

What a wonderful spot to take a couple of days off the track and rest up. Maree is great and has tons of suggestions for activities. Top notch. More

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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
“Service with a smile”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2011

We spent two lovely nights here and Maree made us feel very welcome. Our unit was clean and cosy and had everything we needed. Maree went the' extra mile' by sending on 3 shirts that I left in the wardrobe (thanks Maree). Would be happy to stay there again. More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
5 April 2011

Thanks for taking the time to review us John. I was happy to oblige re the shirts - you would be surprised how often this happens! Got the letter thanks. Hope you enjoyed the rest of the South Island. Maree More

Krmelin
1 review
“Feeling like at home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2011

Tidy suite located in a beautiful quiet garden away from traffic and tourists. Friendly welcome from the owners, well equipped unit, close to Abel Tasman NP attractions. It's a pity we didn't have more time to stay longer. Maybe next time... More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
5 April 2011

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to review Riwaka Retreat. It is much appreciated. It is great that you would consider visiting us again. Maree More

2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Quite and peaceful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2011

Private deck and garden, clean newer studio unit with everything you would need for a short stay. Personally stopped by on the second night to see if everything was ok. Will stay again and take advantage of their guided tours of the Able Tasman. More

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KiwiMaree, Owner at Riwaka Retreat, responded to this review
5 April 2011

Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your wonderful comments on Riwaka Retreat. It is truly appreciated. We would love you to stay again and to show you "our" Abel Tasman National Park. Maree More

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