The Pilot House

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Nelson - 1862

Nelson · ★ 5.0 · 3 reviews

  • 4 guests
  • 2 bedrooms with 2 beds
  • 2 bathrooms
City / UrbanCharacter / HeritageAir-conditioning / Heat-pumpInstant book
Holiday Nelson

Managed by Holiday Nelson

Local team on the phone 8am⁠–⁠8pm everyday+64 3 548 5822

Blessed with a prime waterfront position, directly in front of Nelson's iconic harbour entrance with incredible views across the water, the island and the boulder bank.

This is Nelson's original 1862 Pilot House - Now architecturally renovated to an impeccable standard with contemporary furnishings & amenities to provide maximum comfort & relaxation during your stay here!

Right next-door is the Harbour Light Bistro restaurant and just across the road is the Boat Shed Cafe Restaurant - two of Nelson's very best food, wine & coffee spots at your beck & call with many more options within an easy walk or short drive.

This very special accommodation is just 10minutes drive from Nelson Airport, and less than 5minutes drive from Tahunanui Beach or the Nelson city centre. This is an ideal location from which to base yourself to enjoy the best Nelson city & the Nelson-Tasman region have to offer!

The Pilot House - Nelson: Beautiful by day or by night - a fantastic Nelson waterfront accommodation that you're going to love to make your home away from home!

⭐️ 2 Bedrooms Both bedrooms are located upstairs and offer superbly comfortable Queen Beds with views over the water from the front Bedroom.

⭐️ 2 Bathrooms

• The downstairs bathroom offers Shower, Toilet & Vanity.

• The upstairs bathroom offers Bath, Toilet & Vanity.

⭐️ Laundry A full laundry is provided.

⭐️ Location Located on Nelson's Wakefield Quay, Stepneyville right on the Nelson Waterfront! This location offers World class views, fantastic dining & proximity to the beach & city centre.

⭐️ Inclusions

• The Pilot House will be presented with beds made, ready for your stay.

• All utilities, linens & towels, use of all listed property amenities, pantry & sanitary basics, departure linen service & standard housekeeping up to 2.5 hours will be included in your booking.

• Extra charges will apply where additional cleaning, oven cleaning or excessive rubbish disposal is required.

⭐️ Booking Conditions & Notes

• No party or venue use. No Smoking. No pets.

• Car parking - Single off-street parking & additional on-street parking available.

• Noise in the area - The waterfront road is busy & all properties within this area are subject to some road & port noise. The property is largely double glazed, well insulated & noise isn’t a problem for most guests.

• Note on upstairs bathroom - The ceiling of this bathroom conforms to the heritage listed roof pitch and does not provide full height above the bath or toilet and it may be necessary for taller visitors to use this toilet while seated. The downstairs bathroom provides Shower, Toilet & Vanity with a full-height ceiling :-)

• Steps & Stairs - Please note there is a short flight of steps from the parking / street level of the property to the home and a nautical style stairway between the lower and upper levels of the home.

⭐️ Check-in is possible anytime after 3pm. Early check-in (1pm and in some cases earlier) can usually be offered for an additional charge. Please request this at the time of booking or at least 24 hours prior to your arrival.

⭐️ Check-out is to be completed by 10am on your day of departure. Late check-out (by 12pm/noon or as agreed in writing) can usually be offered for an additional charge. This request should be made at the time of booking or at least 24 hours prior to your departure.

What this place offers

  • Wifi
  • Aircon
  • Heating
  • Dishwasher

Where you’ll sleep

2 bedrooms with 2 beds · 2 bathrooms

What guests say

5.0 · 3 reviews

Booked direct
“Fantastic, my granddaughters & I stayed 2 nights, such a lovely home, we were very comfortable.”

Donnella H. · May 2026

Booked direct
“Very lovely place and great location!”

Tina P. · USA · January 2026

Booked direct
“Fantastic, beautifully presented property with all the comforts and a view of the shipping channel”

Leanne · NZ · March 2026

Where it is

Nelson. Exact address is shared after booking.

House rules

Check-in
From 3pm
Check-out
By 10am
Pets
Not permitted
Smoking
No smoking
Events
No parties or events
Guests
Up to 4

Check-in and check-out times can change by arrangement. Payment and terms are handled at the secure booking step.

No hidden fees

Your departure cleaning, premium linens, GST and any booking fees are 100% included in the upfront total.

Stay longer, pay less

Because our fixed operational costs are spread out over your stay, our average nightly rate automatically drops when you book extra nights.

Best rate guaranteed when booking direct with us.

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