Title: Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish 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 # Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish ## Photo gallery for Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish ![Outdoor dining - Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish (Stoke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39625900/39625864/e1a3cde7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish (Stoke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39625900/39625864/6855dad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish (Stoke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39625900/39625864/08d71191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish (Stoke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39625900/39625864/6b5931b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish (Stoke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39625900/39625864/ddb9188a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Stoke foothills, this 5-year-old home invites you to unwind in the cozy lounge with a massage chair and surround sound speakers. Enjoy views down the valley while dining or relax on the large deck with BBQ facilities. There's also a trampoline, sand pit, and swing set for kids to play safely within fully fenced grounds. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 52153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - 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. ### Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish This lovely 5 year old home is a draftsman's family home and has been designed to maximize sun to all living areas/bedrooms without overheating. There are three bedrooms available, one bathroom, separate toilet and en-suite off the master bedroom. There is a good sized well equipped kitchen with butler pantry. Here you can find various appliances to make your stay easier including a toasted sandwich maker, slow cooker and a coffee machine. While enjoying your meal you can enjoy lovely views down the valley from the dining room table, you might even receive a visit from one of the local weka population. The soft couch in the family room is a perfect place to read a book and soak up the suns rays and the cozy stylish lounge is complete with massage chair and surround sound speakers. A large deck and BBQ is perfect for those warm sunny afternoons and the large outdoor table is shaded by a cantilevered umbrella. The kids will be happy to find play equipment in the backyard including a trampoline, sand pit and swing set. The place is fully fenced and safe for children. All this in a quiet, new subdivision in the Stoke foothills with ample bush walks and mountain biking only a mere 15 minutes walk away. Not only is it only a five minute drive to the Stoke shops which is serviced by two supermarkets, NZ Post shop, pharmacy, library, a petrol station, liquor store and various eateries, you're also only 5 minutes from Nelson's beautiful Isel Park home of the late Thomas Marsden. Thomas lived in the historic Isel House in 1848 (open to the public) and his gardens of mature trees are a wonder to explore. We do ask in return that our fish are fed a spoonful of food once a day. Also that our friendly cat Loki is fed meat in the evening and his automatic biscuit dispenser be topped up if necessary. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Fully-fenced - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1548300/1548234/e6df13ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Arden Monaco Nelson Nelson - Parking included - 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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 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision ## About the area Stoke, a neighbourhood in Nelson, is home to this holiday home. Pic's Peanut Butter World and Natureland Zoo are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Montgomery Square and Nelson Market. Nelson Fun Park and Queens Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Nelson travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson.dx2600) [View more Holiday homes in Nelson](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Private-Holiday-Homes.d2600-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-41.32400%2C173.25764&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vVQGdHof6NExJkATBoUpr0VUgMU=) Stoke, Nelson ### What's nearby - Isel Park 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Greenmeadows Park 7 min drive \- 2.0 miles - Tahunanui Beach Reserve 12 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Christ Church Cathedral 15 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Trafalgar Park 16 min drive \- 5.7 miles ### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - Zink 9 min drive - Squires Coffee 4 min drive - McCashin's Brewery 5 min drive - Pioneer Cafe 7 min drive - Sublime Coffee 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish? ### What time is check-in at Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish? ### What time is check-out at Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish? ### Where is Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lovely Family Home in Quiet Country Feel Subdivision with Cat & Fish 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 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### NIKI 14 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A lovely place situated within walking/cycling distance of some amazing trails. ##### NIKI ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin T. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Family Home Lovely home including friendly cat and fish for the kids to look at / feed! Perfect idyllic location and minutes from everywhere. Would 100% stay here again! ##### Martin T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline H. 2 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, spacious home in a quiet location We came to the Nelson area this time primarily for a medical appointment. We spent a lot of time in the property because we were coincidentally organising a family event (not held here!) so we sadly didn't get to take advantage of the walks and other activities in the area. There was plenty of room for us all to "do our own thing". I would definitely stay here again when I come back to Nelson. PS We all loved the cat and wished we could take him home! ##### Caroline H. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judie A. 6 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable family home in quiet area The house is a family home being let while owners are away. The house is in a quiet, newish subdivision in the Marsden Valley, with good walking possibilities around. The house is very well equipped and comfortable for five of us - three adults and two children. It has good indoor-outdoor flow, including a barbecue and a large outdoor table, both of which we used. The owner left odds and ends of food staples for us to use, which is always welcome, and the kitchen was well equipped. We hosted Christmas meals for 11 at the house and it worked really well - there are two living areas as well as the outside areas. The owner asked us to feed the tropical fish and her cat, and this was no trouble as everything was there with clear instructions. The cat was lovely, and we also enjoyed regular visits to the garden from a weka. The owner even organised for us to receive a box of chocolates as thank you for doing this. The owner had ensured we had very clear information about everything we needed, including the lockbox code, Wifi, etc. All in all, a great find for a family break in Nelson. ##### Judie A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo 27 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xmas family break Lovely family home. Great location with walks nearby. Loki the cat is so friendly and welcoming to visitors to his home. Can recommend these hosts to others. Thanking you for sharing your home with us at Christmas. ##### Jo Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### C J. 24 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Nelson getaway Thanks so much for having us. The house was great and very well appointed. Perfect house for our family and the massage chair was amazing! Our hosts were great with communication and we would definitely recommend this house to anyone. ##### C J. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica B. 8 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home away from home! We loved staying here on our annual holiday to Nelson this year. We will miss Luna the cat! Thanks for having us. ##### Jessica B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Colette S. 13 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house layout and outdoor areas. Kids loved Luna the cat. nice big outdoor area, table and umbrella. ##### Colette S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadine G. 11 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Beautiful property thoroughly enjoyed our stay. ##### Nadine G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart A. 9 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home, Great location we really enjoyed our stay here. Would definitely book again.. ##### Stuart A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roena B. 25 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome property to stay at 😄 This was great accommodation - location was quiet and peaceful while still very close to town. A real home away from home and we loved being able to look after the cat in the owners absence . Owner was beyond amazing with correspondence and made every effort to make our stay the pleasure it was . Thanks Angela ##### Roena B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina M. 6 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ending 2019 in Nelson Lovely get away for the new year, mika was an absolute delight ##### Cristina M. ---