Swim, Fish, Walk & Relax – Sandy Bay Holiday Home, Kenepuru Sound. | House in Kenepuru Sound
3 Bedroom House in Saint Omer, Kenepuru Sound
Please note: Kenepuru Road is currently subject to repairs, and there may be road closures at certain times of the day. Please check access before making a booking.
Set amongst native bush with beautiful views across Kenepuru Sound and Mt Stokes, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom holiday home is the perfect base for families or small groups looking to relax and explore the Marlborough Sounds.
The property has drive-on access, parking for a boat, and a wash-down area. A large, fully enclosed private deck features an oversized BBQ table — ideal for long lunches and family meals overlooking the water.
Just a short walk away, you’ll find a calm bay for paddleboarding, kayaking, and boat launching (4WD required). A mooring and dinghy are also available for guest use.
Sleeping layout:
- Master ensuite bedroom (separate from the main house, located at the end of the deck)
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed + single bed
- Bedroom 3: Double/single bunk combo
Location highlights:
- 10km from Portage Resort, 45 minutes from Linkwater
- Easy access to the Queen Charlotte Track at Torea/Portage or Punga Cove (20 minutes by car)
- Close entry point for the Mt Stokes walk (highest peak in the Sounds)
- Great base to explore: Pelorus Sound (45 minutes by boat) and Queen Charlotte Sound (via Torea Bay or Punga Cove by road)
- Multiple mountain biking entry points to the Queen Charlotte Track along the Kenepuru
- For longer stays, groceries can be delivered via rural delivery or by boat to Punga or Torea wharf
Please note: This holiday home is set in a beautiful remote setting with no shops nearby. Guests should bring supplies with them. From time to time, power cuts may occur during bad weather, but these are usually short-lived and part of the charm of an authentic Sounds experience.
Whether you’re after boating, bush walks, mountain biking, or simply relaxing on the deck with stunning views, this Sandy Bay holiday home offers a true Marlborough Sounds escape.
This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, TV, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Saint Omer. Enjoy your stay in Saint Omer at this House.
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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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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