Title: Pukeko Cottage - Marlborough Sounds Retreat 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 # Pukeko Cottage - Marlborough Sounds Retreat ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108934800/108934752/37aa4cda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108934800/108934752/abfbda99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108934800/108934752/9cdf56b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108934800/108934752/843d9038.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108934800/108934752/11d275d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquil charm of Pukeko Cottage, nestled near Blenheim. From the fully enclosed deck, watch the tide rise while children play on the expansive lawn or explore mudflats at low tide. With three comfortable bedrooms and a secure outdoor area, this cottage offers relaxation for families. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Pukeko Cottage - Marlborough Sounds Retreat Its location makes it a hidden gem for those seeking peace and adventure, where you can watch the tide rise to your doorstep from the comfort of the fully enclosed deck. The expansive lawn provides plenty of room for children to play, and at low tide, the mudflats become a playground for little adventurers. Step inside to a cosy living space that complements the stunning natural surroundings, with plenty of seating for relaxation. The open-plan dining and kitchen area ensures the whole family can gather together, and off-street parking for four vehicles adds extra convenience. Three comfortable bedrooms inside the main house. With lockable gates at both ends of the deck, parents can rest easy knowing the outdoor areas can be secured for their little ones. Whether you're here for sea kayaking, exploring the Queen Charlotte Track, or just unwinding with a local wine tour in Blenheim, Pukeko Cottage is the perfect base. Only minutes away from local attractions and a 10-minute walk to a public jetty and small beach, you'll have plenty to explore just steps from the door. As the property has unfenced access to the beach, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.A small mooring is available upon request.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34614300/34614300/34afbc77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marlborough Sounds relaxation with great views: close to Queen Charlotte walkway Anakiwa - 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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. ### Property is also known as 644689 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-41.277485,173.91896&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dc%7CzFopod%60%40%3FU%3FS%3FU%40Q%40U%3FU%40U%40S%40QBU%40SBSBS%40UBQBUDUBOBUDQDSBSFSDQDUDQFQFQDQFQFQFQHOFQFSHMFQHOHQHMHOHOJMHOJOHMJOHKLOJKHMJMLKJKLKJKLKJILKLGLMJGLILGLINGLILELINELGNELELENENCLENANGLANCNANCNALCN%3FN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%3FLBN%40NBN%40NBL%40NFN%40LDNBLDNDLDNDLFLDNHLDLHLFNHLFJHLFLLLFJJLHLJJJLJJJJJJLJLJJJNJJJNHLJNHNJLHNHNHLHPFNHPHLFRFLHRFPFPFPDPFPDPFPDTDPDRDRDRBPDTBNDTBT%40PBTBPBT%40R%40TBP%40R%40T%3FT%40T%3FP%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAT%3FPAT%3FTARATCPATARCTCPCTAPCTETCPETCNEREREPERERGPERGPEPGPGPGPIPGNGPINIPGNIPILININKLINKNILKNKJKNKJKNKHKLKJMJKJMJMFKLMFMJMHKFMHOHMFMHMDOFMDMHODMDODMDOBMDO%40ODMBO%40OBOBO%40M%40O%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FO%3FMAOAOCOCOAMCOEOAMEOCOEMEMEOEMIOEMGMEMIOGMIMIMGKIMKMGMMKGMKKKMKKKMMKIIOKKMOIKKOIMKOIOKMIOIOIMIQIOGQIOGQGQIOGQGQGQEQGQGSEQESESGQCSESEOCUCQEUCUCQAUCSCSASCUAQAUAS%3FUAUAQ%3FU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MT8poqlHIoL4ybQ31IF4F8yUROo=) Linkwater, Marlborough #### What's nearby - Okiwa Bay - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles - Edwin Fox - 26 min drive - 9.4 miles - Picton Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive - 9.6 miles - Picton Foreshore - 27 min drive - 9.8 miles - Picton Harbour - 27 min drive - 9.8 miles #### Getting around - Picton (PCN) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪SCOOZI! - ‬24 min drive - ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬24 min drive - ‪Toastie Lords - ‬25 min drive - ‪Le Cafe - ‬24 min drive - ‪Gusto Cafe - ‬25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pukeko Cottage - Marlborough Sounds Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Pukeko Cottage - Marlborough Sounds Retreat located? > Situated in Linkwater, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Okiwa Bay and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary and Edwin Fox. Waitohi Recreational Reserve and Nelson Square are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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