Waterfall Bay

Waterfall Bay

Enjoy an escape to charming Waterfall Bay . 

Discover this unique and tranquil spot in beautiful Waterfall Bay at the end of Onahau Bay, it offers the perfect getaway for you, your family and friends to relax,  unwind and recharge in. 

This is a privately owned family property offering visitors the chance to enjoy a couple of rental accommodation options. Our comfortable and characterful four bedroom cottage is nestled in amongst the surrounding native bush while our Boathouse offers the perfect escape for a couple wanting a wonderful break from the world.

The Boathouse also transforms into a perfect small function venue which can host gatherings for drinks and nibbles, catered sit down dinners for up to 45 people or family group celebrations.

Enjoy the bird life, swim in the bay, wander, walk and discover what the Marlborough Sounds are famous for.

Access is by boat and road.  Waterfall Bay is a 20 minute boat ride from Picton or Waikawa marinas. Water taxi is another option at around $70pp. You will need to book this in advance.

The Keneperu Road is open to traffic again after some serious slip damage over the last couple of winters and this means you can access our property by car. Instructions will be forwarded on booking confirmation.

You have use of our private jetty and wharf. There are 2 kayaks and 2 Paddleboards for you to use. There is also a dinghy at your disposal.  We have a couple of bikes available as well.

We do prefer no jet skis to be launched in the bay.

You are free to wander about the various paths on our property, an easy 10 minute stroll will take you along our driveway to the gate and the Onahau jetty.  From here you can walk as far as you want to up to the Onahau lookout, along the Queen Charlotte track, down to TeMahia for a coffee or over to Lochmara Lodge.