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Adrift In Golden Bay
At a Glance
- wood floors, earthy colors, and soft fabrics create a calm, thoughtful atmosphere
- each unit has a Jacuzzi-style hot tub
- sun decks out front and private rear courtyards
Pros
- a long driveway in through farmland off Tukurua Rd
Cons
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Adrift In Golden Bay Review
A short walk across soft green grass from your unit gets you to the sea. Sometimes in the evenings sunsets are enhanced with the arrival of little blue penguins, which nest up the creek. Daytimes you can swim, kayak, or wander along the beach. Each of the five eco-friendly luxury cottages is self-contained and lacks for nothing, and there's a studio unit attached to the house; the doors and windows can be left open for the sound of the sea. To get there drive down the signposted driveway and out to the coast. A breakfast hamper is delivered to the units each morning.
- Address: 52 Tukurua Rd, 18 km (11 mi) north of Takaka, Takaka, 7182 | Map It
- Phone: 03/525-8353
- Website: www.adrift.co.nz
- Location: Golden Bay and Takaka
Contact Information
- 5 cottages, 1 studio unit.
- Rate includes breakfast.
- Credit cards accepted.
- Closed July.
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