Relaxed peaceful haven close to the Motueka River near Nelson. Attractions include great river swimming, native bush and birds - beautiful garden and mountain scenery.

New Zealand Accommodation - Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast, Motueka Valley - Nelson

We welcome you to Vistara a relaxed peaceful haven situated on our seven-acre property adjacent to the Motueka River. Attractions include great river swimming, native birds and bush, a beautiful garden and mountain scenery. Bedrooms feature polished floors and charming décor.

Guests have their own lounge with tea and coffee facilities Enjoy a delicious breakfast of home-made preserves, yoghurt, muesli and fresh organic fruit. Meals are organic, vegetarian and lovingly prepared.

Local attractions

  • Some of the wonderful scenic attractions in the area include
  • Abel Tasman National Park - only 45 minutes away (bush walking/kayaking)
  • Horse Trekking
  • Swimming in the Motueka River
  • Native bush and birds
  • Climb a mountain (Mt Arthur, Kahurangi National Park)
  • Golden Bay (1½ hours over Takaka Hill)
  • World class Artists, ceramics, paintings, glass wood etc

Vistara also offers

  • Vegetarian cuisine- vegans catered for with dinner by arrangement
  • Fresh milk from Rosie our house cow and home-grown fruit and vegetables
  • Beautiful garden and mountain scenery
  • A meditation room for those so inclined
  • Enjoy the company of Jess our small Jack Russell dog and Abby the cat!

Prices

We offer two double rooms – one queen sized (Blue & White Room) and one double (Ethnic room) - and also a bedroom with 2 single beds (Twin Room) There are 2 separate guest bathrooms.

NZ $95 double per night
NZ $75 single per night
NZ $15 child per night
NZ $25 dinner

Please Note
Dinner is available by arrangement.
Children are welcome.
Pets by arrangement.

Our location

Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast accommodation in the beautiful Motueka Valley is:

  • 75 kms west of Nelson (55 minutes drive)
  • 220 kms west of Picton (2.5 hours drive)
  • 100 kms north of Murchison, and
  • within 1 hours drive of 3 National Parks (Abel Tasman only 45 minutes)
New Zealand Accommodation - Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast, Motueka Valley - Nelson


New Zealand Accommodation - Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast, Motueka Valley - Nelson


New Zealand Accommodation - Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast, Motueka Valley - Nelson


New Zealand Accommodation - Vistara homestay/bed and breakfast, Motueka Valley - Nelson

Directions to Vistara

From Motueka
Turn at the Clocktower Corner (Caltex Service Station). Drive 20 kms up the Motueka Valley Highway (old SH61) heading south until you reach Vistara at 2035 Motueka Valley.

From the south
Turn off SH6 at the Kohatu Hotel at Motupiko. Vistara is 30kms from this junction on the Motueka Valley Highway (old SH61) heading north at 2035 Motueka Valley.

From Nelson
Take the Moutere (inland) Highway towards Motueka. A short distance from the village of Upper Moutere, turn left at a huge gum tree into Neudorf Rd. Take this road until you reach a T junction and turn right into Dovedale Rd. Continue along Dovedale Rd until you reach another T junction when you again turn right onto the Motueka Highway. Vistara is 4.5km down this highway on the right at 2035 Motueka Valley.

Terms and Conditions

All rates are subject to confirmation at time of booking. Prices are in New Zealand dollars and include full use of facilities including: Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Linen & towels etc. plus organic breakfast.

Payment
Cash, Visa and bank deposits are accepted payment methods for your stay. To confirm a reservation a 25% deposit of the total stay or a current credit card number is required as a guarantee. Nothing will be charged to your credit card unless cancellation penalties arise. Guests staying longer than 7 days are required to pay on a weekly basis.

Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in from 2pm or earlier by arrangement; check-out 10am or later by arrangement.

Cancellation Policy
Outside 15 days of arrival no extra charges, cancellation within 15 days prior to arrival will be charged with one night accommodation.

Additional Charges
We reserve the right to charge for any damage, breakage or loss that is due to neglect by the guest.

Smoking
Vistara has a "Smoke-free" policy. Guests are requested to refrain from smoking inside, however, if necessary, they may smoke outside.


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