Rimu House (Sleeps 1–9)
The Rimu House, named after the beautiful wood it is made of, is a very comfortable home with a view. A fully equipped kitchen, and open plan style living room opens out onto a large deck putting you amongst the surrounding native virgin forest and offers spectacular views of the Tasman Sea, which is a stones throw away. A perfect spot to watch the local Hector dolphins which are often seen playing in the waves.
Beds: 3 bedrooms, 2 queens, 3 singles, one-fold out double ecosa sofa-bed in the lounge.
Linen: Duvets, pillows and some blankets are supplied. Sheets, towels and pillowcases can be hired for $20/bed/stay.
Kitchen: Fridge/freezer, gas hobs, oven, microwave, toaster, electric jug, coffee plunger, pots, cutlery and crockery.
Bathroom: 1 bathroom with bath, shower and toilet; 1 seperate toilet; 1 seperate shower.
Availability: All year round.
Tariffs
Peak Rates
The following periods are set at Peak Rates (same as December 20th – January 11th 2026):
- Nelson/Buller Anniversary Weekend.
- Waitangi Weekend.
- Buller Marathon Weekend.
- Old Ghost Road Ultra Marathon Weekend.
- King’s Birthday Weekend.
- Matariki.
- Labour Weekend.
- Canterbury Anniversary Weekend.
- April School Holidays
- $38 per additional adult per night until the 7th of April 2026 (then $40/additional adult/night)
- Children < 2 years and under FREE, Children 3-16 years $20/night
- Cleaning fee of $60/booking applies – please note, guests are expected to leave the accommodation tidy, (dishes done etc).
General Rates
2025 November 2nd – December 18th – $215/night for the first two adults.
2025/2026 December 19th – January 11th 2026– $295/night for the first two adults.
2026 January 12th – April 2nd $275/night for the first two adults.
2026 April School Holidays April 3rd – April 19th – $295/night for the first two adults (Includes Easter).
Amenities
- Free wireless internet at the Cowshed.
- Washing machine at the house, and coin-operated dryers are within the Amenities Building in the Camping ground.
- TV/Stereo/DVD player.
- Wood-burning fireplace.
- Picnic table.
- Gas BBQ.
- Sunset deck with dining table.
Additional Information
- Dogs allowed inside, please bring their own bedding. Please ensure they stay out of the bedrooms, off the couches, and keep in mind our local Weka population and other protected birdlife. There is a one-off charge of $20/stay to have your dog(s) stay inside with you.
- Pillows, pillow protectors, duvets and covers are supplied. As are dishcloths, tea-towels, hand-towels and bathmats. Other linen (sheets, pillowcases and towels) available for hire on request ($20 per bed per stay).
