Title: Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives 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 apartment # Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives Waterfront apartment in Riwaka with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives ![Property grounds - Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives (Riwaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124260000/124258500/124258431/96ce8918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives (Riwaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124260000/124258500/124258431/2654a688.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives (Riwaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124260000/124258500/124258431/5cc36feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives (Riwaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124260000/124258500/124258431/51b67dcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives (Riwaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124260000/124258500/124258431/be3a7ef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Mountain view £133 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Artist's Retreat - Apartment Stay for Couples and Creatives This light-filled apartment is ideal for couples, writers and creatives looking for a relaxed, characterful place to stay. Once an artist’s working studio, the space still carries traces of its creative past, including original paint splotches on the floor. The apartment sits above a family home, so you may hear the sounds of everyday life below. The property enjoys an established garden, and easy access to, and views of the Riwaka Estuary. The Artist’s Retreat is a self-contained apartment with four distinct areas: \- Large bedroom with a comfortable queen bed \- Open kitchen / dining / lounge, suitable for cooking, reading, writing and unwinding. \- Small bathroom, clean and functional \- Entrance hallway and landing The kitchen/lounge was formerly my mother’s art workspace, and we’ve chosen to preserve its character rather than erase it. The floors show paint marks from years of creative use. The space is clean, cared for and comfortable. The apartment is the entire second storey of a lived-in family home, and while it is private and self-contained, guests may hear everyday household sounds at times. The pump for the property's water source is near the apartment - you will hear this when a tap is turned on, but again, it is a background sound. Guests have sole use of the upstairs storey, with a separate entrance. Outside, you are welcome to wander the property's garden, or sit on the porch to watch the world passing by at any time of the day. It's a particularly great spot at the end of the day with a G&T in hand! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Hob - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91130000/91127200/91127129/b9ff5c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pohara's Bliss by the Sea Pōhara - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.4 Very good 9 reviews £326 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=91127129&PinnedHotelID=91127129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124520000/124518500/124518429/36e1ba29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Beach & Forest 360 Views - close to the beach and mountain bike park! 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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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area Located in Riwaka, this apartment is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahurangi National Park and Little Kaiteriteri Beach, while Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights. SimPit Technologies and Abel Tasman Paddleboarding are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cave exploring. 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