Title: Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds ![Marina - Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds (Picton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54140000/54139900/54139830/2e9afb89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds (Picton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54140000/54139900/54139830/90-c462f644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds (Picton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54140000/54139900/54139830/b24dd43d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds (Picton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54140000/54139900/54139830/da859416.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds (Picton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54140000/54139900/54139830/16f6e21b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Marlborough Sounds, Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing offers a serene retreat with full kitchen, dining area, TV lounge and sitting rooms. This waterfront haven invites you to kayak or paddleboard in picturesque Anakiwa or explore nearby Picton and Havelock. Enjoy unlimited WiFi, BBQ facilities and outdoor gardens. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - 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. ### Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds We feel our Guest Wing; 2 bedroom 2 bathroom private self-contained accommodation at Anakiwa 401 with full kitchen, dining area, TV lounge and sitting rooms, makes for the special retreat for a couple or a perfect getaway base with friends or your family (sorry our property is suitable for children over 12 years only). Located in the stunning Marlborough Sounds with road access to Picton 30 min, Havelock 20 min, Blenheim & Marlborough Wineries 45 min and Nelson 75 min, and right on the waterfront, ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing (we have a mooring available if you want to bring your boat) in picturesque Anakiwa with walking and biking trails a plenty at your doorstep. The Guest Wing’s north facing aspect captures the sun so is warm but for added comfort, it is double-glazed and has a heat pump. Despite Anakiwa 401 being one of the oldest homes in the bay, built in 1926, we've lovingly renovated it to retain its historic charm. With its homely yet spacious atmosphere, it comfortably accommodates four people and offers a relaxed setting for your next Marlborough Sounds holiday adventure. In the two bedrooms (one double bed with ensuite, and a second bedroom located a few steps away from the house for additional privacy, is a twin room with two king single posturepedic beds), we provide all bed linen and both bathroom and beach towels, along with complimentary toiletries and hairdryer in each bathroom. You’ll also have use of our extensive facilities including kayaks to explore the bay, unlimited wifi, BBQ and outdoor dining and gardens to relax in. We live on-site in a separate part of the house, and are always available to help you with any queries you may have, local information and advice on what there is to do in the area. We have lived here for almost 16 years now and really enjoy sharing our place of paradise with others. Equally, we're happy for you to experience our Guest Wing in private. We want our guests to leave Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing relaxed and feeling like they have really discovered a magical part of New Zealand. By waking to the dawn chorus of native NZ birds such as tuis, bell birds, fantails, wood pigeons that frequent our gardens, enjoying a walk through the beech forest at the end of the Queen Charlotte Track to the safe sandy beach of Davies Bay, going kayaking on the Sound where you may see sea birds, penguins, seals or dolphins, to listening to the moreporks and seeing the glowworms in the evenings, whilst admiring the amazing stars of the night sky. The closest supermarkets are in Havelock, Picton and Blenheim. You can also have your groceries delivered by Fresh Choice Picton or Countdown Blenheim. Although we charge no cleaning fee, we appreciate our guests looking after and leaving our home as they find it, except washing the bedding - you can leave that to us :) ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### 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. - Accessible parking space - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking outside on the BBQ courtyard is permitted. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the bay - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 and a first aid kit 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Anakiwa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Picton War Memorial and Edwin Fox. Pelorus Eco Adventures and Waitohi Recreational Reserve are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Anakiwa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anakiwa.dx6160155) [View more Holiday homes in Anakiwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anakiwa-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6160155-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-41.26383%2C173.92070&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tbjQekklCBKcQiu23_G14uJGaxs=) Picton ### What's nearby - ![Picton showing a bay or harbour, boating and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635921431994/47dcfa5a-f63e-4b4e-9dac-cacc2ff11b15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Okiwa Bay 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560906768/60882bb2-b60c-4fe5-981a-b8ff1a8ddf9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Picton Ferry Terminal 24 min drive \- 14.1 miles - ![Picton Harbour showing a bay or harbour, a marina and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112776/be994e49-0f7a-4494-a519-2f82fb75bb78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Picton Harbour 25 min drive \- 14.5 miles - Waikawa Marina 29 min drive \- 17.0 miles - Kenepuru Sounds 42 min drive \- 15.4 miles ### Getting around - Picton (PCN) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - Le Cafe 31 min drive - Sisu Eatery and Bar 31 min drive - T and O Takeaways 31 min drive - Toastie Lords - Picton 31 min drive - Seabreeze Cafe & Bar 31 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds? ### What time is check-in at Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds? ### What time is check-out at Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds? ### Where is Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Anakiwa 401 Guest Wing beachfront home sleeps 4, Marlborough Sounds Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heleen W. 6 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Anakiwa We had a wonderful time at 401\. The hosts were lovely, helpful and friendly. The location is magical, right by the Queen Charlotte track and right next door to Outward Bound. ##### Heleen W. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### learne m. 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Lovely Shayne and Tanya are superb hosts who were friendly but not invasive. They made a point of letting us know about what was going on in the community and what was on offer. As a result we got to join community carol singing and even experienced the bioluminescence in the water. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and well resourced. The gardens are delightful and it is just a few steps to the jetty and the beginning of the Queen Charlotte. We got to balance activity and just lolling about in comfort. We so recommend this accommodation and will definately try to stay there again. ##### learne m. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne G. 21 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing hosts and beautiful location We had the most amazing stay. Our hosts were lovely. We did so much in such a short space of time. Perfect. ##### Wayne G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn W. 6 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location!! We had a fabulous stay at Anakiwa 401\. Shayne and Tanya are great hosts who have created a beautiful and restful place to stay. Right on the Sound to enjoy Kayaking, walking and enjoying nature. Highly recommend!! ##### Lynn W. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary K., Wisconsin 11 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful little apartment in Anikiwa We loved the outdoor space, location near the Queen Charlotte Track and the snooker table! It was our first time playing snooker. There is room to spread out, but the bedrooms were tight. Unfortunately, there were no outlets in the bathroom. Not a big thing, but something we noticed and were aware of. We appreciated that they were environmentally aware and made it easy for us to participate. We would return in a heartbeat! ##### Mary K. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew G., Auckland 29 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We'd come back Thanks Shane and Tanya for making our stay memorable. Comfortable and clean with array of activities like kayaking, paddleboard available. Highlight was the water-skiing lesson with Shane. our older daughter doing her first ever water start. ##### Andrew G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. 21 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Tanya and Shane provided a lovely, comfortable place to stay in a perfect location in which to enjoy the Sounds. Kayaking, water skiing, walks and the beautiful scenery. We will be back. ##### Jane C. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tatsu K. 15 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great set up. Lovely place, great location, and fantastic host. Tanya and Shayne are kind but not over the top. They made sure our stay was most enjoyable and we certainly had great time. Thanks! ##### Tatsu K. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernst B. 15 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friendly hosts, beautiful location, well equipped, spacious bach Perfect... ##### Ernst B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sofy A. 6 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing spot Amazing place, loved it, will defenately stay again ##### Sofy A. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dasd a. 23 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anakiwa This is a great place with great hosts. They have provided everything you need...even a pool table and an excellent espresso machine! The property is private, comfortable and charming. They are around if you need anything but never in the way. The area is beautiful with direct access to the water for swimming, kayaking etc and the Queen Charlotte track for walking/running/biking. We had a ball. Thanks so much Tanya and Shayne for hosting us. ##### dasd a. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PIP L. 21 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and calm This is a beautiful property, so close to Picton by car, really great location right next door to Outward Bound. We had both bedrooms, two full bathrooms, which we hadn’t expected. Full kitchen. Amazing stay, we’ll be back, ##### PIP L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marisca M. 3 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of heaven We absolutely loved our stay. The property is so beautiful, has an amazing garden and the location is absolutely perfect for exploring the beautiful area. Tanya and Shayne are such great hosts - helpful, friendly and just all round good people. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this property. ##### Marisca M. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 ---