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# The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit

Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to Picton Ferry Terminal 

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Right in the heart of Picton, The Picton Family Retreat is a charming haven filled with character and lush greenery. Unwind on the sundeck, cook up a storm on the BBQ, or relax together in the cosy living area after an exciting day exploring Marlborough.

## Reviews

8.4

Very good

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit

Sitting right in the heart of the port town of Picton is a cosy central spot filled with character and pops of green. Welcome to The Picton Family Retreat.  
  
This 2-bedroom unit sleeps up to 4 guests complete with all the essentials, including a sundeck and BBQ for ideal summer living.  
  
Cook up a big breakfast to fuel everyone up for the day and then head out on a Marlborough adventure. When you get home at the end of an exciting day of exploring, enjoy relaxing together in the cosy living area.  
  
This Picton accommodation is a 70m² unit and is ideally located so you can leave the car at home and venture out with everything within walking distance.  
  
Picton was built around a sheltered harbour and boasts an attractive seafront dotted with cafés, restaurants as well as various types of galleries. Wander around the floating maritime museum, aquarium and be sure to go out on a cruise, fishing, dolphin watching, sea kayaking or mountain biking.  
  
For the best of central Picton - The Picton Family Retreat awaits!  
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

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- 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

### Things to do

- Cycling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 1,130 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### 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 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

The Picton Family Retreat Picton Unit

The Picton Family Retreat Picton Holiday Home

596260

The Picton Family and Pet-friendly Retreat - Picton Unit Picton

## About the area

Picton is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Picton Foreshore and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary, while Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Picton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton.dx9370)

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Picton, Marlborough

### What's nearby

- ![Picton War Memorial featuring heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112780/cf925e06-a900-4514-8a5c-5cfa857425de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Picton War Memorial  
1 min walk \- 0.0 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  
2 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- ![Picton showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149720621/8b114f3d-040a-44ce-8e22-f4a62dd34791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Picton Foreshore  
2 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- ![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  
5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- Picton Museum  
1 min walk \- 0.0 miles

### Getting around

- Picton (PCN)  
8 min drive

### Restaurants

- Le Cafe  
3 min walk
- Sisu Eatery and Bar  
3 min walk
- T and O Takeaways  
4 min walk
- Toastie Lords - Picton  
3 min walk
- Seabreeze Cafe & Bar  
2 min walk

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## The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit Reviews

## Reviews

### Very good

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.

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10 - Excellent

2

8 - Good

2

6 - Okay

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### 8.8

Cleanliness

### 7.6

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Kathleen M.

18 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Little Touches made all the difference 

Really enjoyed staying at this property. Great location. The property was nicely presented inside. 

##### Kathleen M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sarah K.

5 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Just what we needed

We had a lovely stay in this unit, it was clean and tidy, and was well supplied with everything we needed. Great customer service from Wesley at Bachcare, he was very helpful and accommodating. 

##### Sarah K.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

### 6/10 Okay

#### Barbra W.

24 Jan 2022

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication, location

#### I was happy to be able to have our dog with us

Friendly environment although a bit dodgy Just a comment as we experienced a fly plague,not sure where it came from as the property itself wasn't dirty and I cleaned everything I could again to ensure good standards but still flies where everywhere..

##### Barbra W.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

### 8/10 Good

#### Kellie B.

13 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

#### Ka pai

Nice tidy unit close to town. Poor parking options.

##### Kellie B.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

### 8/10 Good

#### James F.

19 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

##### James F.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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