Te Whare Rangi, a historic Victorian home dating back to 1858, offers a unique retreat with rich heritage. Once home to renowned Nelson photographer William Tyree and former Mayor Edward Everett, it provides stunning views of Haulashore Island, the Boulder Bank, Tasman Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, and the Tasman and Arthur mountain ranges.
Middle Earth is one of the private rooms in Te Whare Rangi, offering a cozy retreat with a sink in the room and a shared bathroom just off the kitchen. Your private, lockable room comes equipped with a flat-screen Smart TV featuring Netflix and YouTube, as well as an Amazon Echo for music and smart home features. You’ll also have access to the first-floor kitchen, lounge, and balcony, where you can enjoy playing the digital baby grand piano. Outdoor spaces include a small deck and a brick patio.
You may also be interested in the adjacent Puna Perch, a separate room located up a short flight of stairs from the main house, Abel Abode, which features a private bathroom on the ground floor or the Tasman Suite, also on the ground floor, with a private bathroom and kitchenette.
**Special conditions and notes**:
No party or venue use. No Smoking. No pets.
Te Whare Rangi features unique apartments: Abel Abode, Tasman Suite, Middle Earth, and Puna Perch.
Middle Earth is located on the first floor, situated between the kitchen and lounge. It features a sink in the room and a shared bathroom off the kitchen. Please note that you might hear some noise from the kitchen or adjacent areas.
Young children - This property is not suitable for children under the age of 12. Please enquire before booking.
Noise in the area - The waterfront road is busy & all properties within this area are subject to some road noise. However, the evenings are typically quiet with much less traffic.
Parking - We have space for one or two cars, depending on the number of guests, on a first-come, first-served basis. If the driveway is full, there’s ample street parking just a short walk from the property.
Check-in is available between 2pm and 8pm.
Later check-in may be possible if needed however an after hours charge will apply.
**Cancellation and Compassionate Circumstances**:
- Please disregard the "Bookings at this property are non-refundable" information presented on this listing site.
- Cancel anytime up until 3 weeks before arrival for any reason and you'll pay no more than 20% of the booking total + VRBO/affiliate site fees.
- We will provide free postponement of your booking in the event of government travel restrictions, serious illness or other eligible compassionate circumstances.
Please refer the Rental Agreement for full details - this is provided for your agreement during the booking process. :-)