Title: Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and Hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/e0764267.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/77a83568.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/d488221a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/726026b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107277400/107277360/29652b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on an island near Richmond, Nelson and Mapua, Camelot Island Retreat offers a serene seaside escape. Unwind in the hot-tub or infrared sauna, paddle out with kayaks, and enjoy views of Tasman Bay from the waterfront garden. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil seaside retreat. Located on an island in the Waimea Estuary close to Richmond, Nelson and Mapua Camelot Island Retreat is incredibly peaceful and rural and the ideal base for adventures to the city centers, the vineyards and wineries and the Green Acres & Tasman Golf Courses. A hot-tub, infrared sauna, kayaks and a breathtaking view of the Tasman Bay and Nelson Ranges from the waterfront garden and balconies will make you feel like Kings and Queens at Camelot. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - 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 - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75850000/75846900/75846814/7b017250.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tasman Bay Villa - 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Showering before spa use is required. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Adequate supervision of children is required ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.29977%2C173.16406&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Oc5WzLa-WihWXjXyyftsmPwxf5Q=) Best Island, Tasman #### What's nearby - Greenacres Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles - Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 20 min drive - 11.9 miles - Nelson Hospital - 21 min drive - 13.0 miles - Trafalgar Park - 24 min drive - 14.2 miles #### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Zink - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pc Eatery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Kimchi & Wasabi - ‬8 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. located? > This family-friendly Best Island holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Greenacres Golf Course and Hoglund Art Glass. Richmond Mall and Seifried Estate Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Camelot Island Retreat / 4-bedroom house at peaceful Best Island waterfront. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine F. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay. Amazing place, very comfortable, and great communication with the owners. ##### Katherine F. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark r. 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent A most wonderful property and great hosts......... ##### mark r. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pranav k. 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most perfect vacation home A gorgeous place that had everything we could have asked for. We had a wonderful weekend despite the weather. With a picturesque backyard and a well equipped house, Camelot was one of the best South Island stays we have been to. We are definitely coming back for a longer stay next year. ##### pranav k. 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