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Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, Netflix, books, streaming services
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Havelock, Marlborough
  • Place, Pelorus Eco Adventures
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cloudy Bay Vineyards
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.

This property has spectacular views of the entrance to the Pelorus Sounds. Sit back and watch the recreational boats, mussel boats and barges come and go through the channel of the estuary.
This fully refurbished warm modern two-bedroom cottage with sea views from every room is sure to impress.
The main hub of the house, kitchen, lounge (split level) to dining area is open plan. The kitchen consists of a microwave, induction cooktop, full-size fridge-freezer, and pod coffee machine.
Some essential pantry items, crockery, cutlery, etc provided. There is a heat pump/air conditioner unit and a 40-inch TV with Netflix & Neon to keep you entertained. Free Wifi.
Both bedrooms have En-suites with hairdryers and towels supplied. Bedroom 1 has a King-size bed (also split level.) Bedroom 2 also has a King-size bed that can be separated into two singles if required.
All quality bed linen is supplied. A lounge sofa pull-out bed can also be made up into a double bed if required.
Luxury touches and thoughtful attention to detail can be found everywhere, from the Nespresso machine with complimentary capsules in the kitchen to the gorgeous toiletries in the sparkling new bathrooms.
There is a BBQ for your use plus a BBQ table to sit out and enjoy the sunny Marlborough weather. 3x kayaks are available including adult life jackets.
Attached small laundry with a tub & washing machine.
Ample off-street parking for your car and a small trailer boat plus lock-up bike storage.
From the cottage, it's a 1-minute drive to the boat ramp or town that has a four square, restaurants, cafes, a chemist and a laundrette.
Havelock has so much to offer, walking/cycling tracks, mailboat boat trips, fishing charters, etc and it is only 20 mins drive to the Marlborough winery region, so you just won't want to leave!
My husband and I are just behind the cottage at the main house in case you have any questions or worries but otherwise, the cottage is self-contained and we respect our guest's privacy.
This cottage's good location gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pelorus Eco Adventures. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes on foot from Pelorus Eco Adventures and a 1-minute drive from Pelorus Sound
Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views. offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Havelock cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only, ashtray’s supplied.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 775 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note we are not fenced in.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside only, ashtray’s supplied.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and clean VRBO! Great views, comfortable bed, everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leon s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was superb
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in instructions were clear and the home was spotless! Well equipped and very comfortable. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

Everything was great hopefully we will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

Beautiful location, beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is beautiful and overlooks Pelorus Sound at Havelock with wonderful views from all windows. The cottage had great facilities, was immaculately clean and the furniture and bed very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely ! Location excellent, clean modern decor, just ideal for us as a couple plus family mem

Easy contact with host and beautifully modern renovated cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent stay

A delightful little house in a wonderful location with glorious views over Pelorus sound.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful property to stay at! House is immaculate and has everything you need for a wonderful stay including top notch communication. View was superb and definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical spot with view over the water

A total gem of a place. Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with a great set up. En suites in each bedroom along with a lovely view. This is a top notch stay home with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Cheers
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spot. Lovely decor. A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

We had a lovely three nights. The place is awesome. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Excellent accommodation, very relaxing awesome views.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden cattle

It was great to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely with beautiful views

Perfect location for quiet getaway. Loved waking up to the beautiful views. The place was immaculate and beds very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spotless bach with great views

We loved our stay at Bora Castle. It was our second visit and we love the thoughtful details, View and convenience of the location just a few minutes walk from the Main Street, ice creams, Four Square and the Mussel Pot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax

Stunning views from a beautiful home. The hosts have thought of everything that is needed to make this a perfect place to stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sallie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding!

House is beautiful, clean, comfortable, and in a perfect location , thank you for a lovely vacation stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent views in perfect location

A great place for our two night stay in Havelock. Everything we needed was provided and it is a very comfortable and spacious cottage. Great location - just a short walk to town and the mail boat wharf. Would definitely stay here again when we are back in the region. No hesitation in recommending Bora Castle
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Lovely clean, tidy, well appointed holiday home. Friendly hosts who respected our privacy. Wonderful views. Just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best

Amazing property, meticulously clean, lovely decor, and stunning views. Perfect for 2 couples with each bedroom having its own ensuite. We loved our stay here and I'm sure you will also
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This was a perfect spot to relax for a few days! Bora Castle had everything we needed and was an adorable place to stay. Everything was clean and fresh and exceeded our expectations! Stunning views from the cottage and Jan and Steve were super friendly. Thanks for a truly amazing stay xx
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Loved staying here. Easy walk to town. Great views. Had all we needed for 2 couples. Nice walking trail behind fire station.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023