About us
We're Nikki and John Bullock. We love travel, hospitality and a touch of village life.
Our cosy stylish studio offers affordable independence and privacy. Stay and chill, savour the tastes sights and sounds all within walking distance.
You might hear us around the house, but your space is 100% private. Just a 10-minute walk to town, close to river trails and the Maitai Valley.
Do check out our M&V Nelson Guide for the best of the region.
How can we make your stay more memorable?
Best dining, vintage shopping or most scenic picnic spots?
We’d love to share our insider tips and help you discover the best of Nelson —our favourite little city by the sea.
Nikki & JB.
Further information
Location Highlights
M&V–Nile Street, Nelson - is located with nearby, rivers, walking, cycling, swimming, gold, archery, cafes and culture.
Town Centre
– A short 10-minute stroll to the heart of Nelson’s shops, restaurants, and artisan cafes.
Suter Art Gallery & Queens Gardens
– Just down the road, ideal for a quiet cultural afternoon.
Maitai River & Valley Trails
– 2 minutes away are riverside walks, wild swims, or epic mountain biking.
Saturday Nelson Market –
A local favourite for produce, crafts, fashion, and street food. (10 mins walk)
Wine & Cider Country
– Short drive to cellar doors in Brightwater, Upper Moutere & beyond.
Tahunanui Beach
– 10 minutes by car for a morning dip or golden sunset stroll.
Kayaking & Day Trips
– Close to launch points for the Abel Tasman or Rabbit Island cycle adventures.
Archery
- Located in lush native woodland along Maitai Valley Road, this experience is ideal for beginners and families with 45 mins for around NZD 30 per person, all gear and instruction included.
Waahi Taakaro Golf Club:
Nestled in the beautiful Maitai Valley (under 10 minutes from Nile Street), this tree-lined, affordable course is open to all abilities. Known for native birdlife serenades and welcoming vibe.
National Parks (3)
- from Rotoiti's Alpine lakes to Abel Tasman's golden beaches, to Kahurangi's trails - all within 90 minutes drive of your Nile Street base.
Whether you're in Nelson to relax, explore, or both—our Nile Street studio gives you that peaceful village feel, with all the vibrancy of the region just around the corner.
M&V-France
Opening in May 2026 is M&V Quarante France.
With the same attention to detail over a 3 storey village house, you'll love these cosy, chic, safe lodgings.
Book for long stays, digital nomad sabaticals, just a week, or talk to us about your French holiday.
Located between Narbonne and Beziers we're situated in the agriculatural and viticultural Languedoc region, far from the overcrowded Provencal villages. Not that they aren't fabulous to visit but when you've beaches, natural wilderness, brocante markets, golf, the Canal du Midi and more on your doorstep, its time to wind down and savour every moment.
Download our French Market Guide here and see what's on offer.
Languedoc Market Guide.
