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Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage

Holiday home in Parapara with kitchen

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Exterior
Front of cottage
Aerial view of Milnthorpe
Sunny living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Collingwood, Golden Bay
  • Place, Parapara Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Collingwood Recreation Ground
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Bay
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage

This two bedroom holiday cottage is set in a private bush setting and provides a great base to explore Golden Bay. Across the road is the unique Milnthorpe Revegetation Project with its walking tracks and sculpture trail. A couple of minutes stroll takes you to a safe beach for swimming, fishing and boating. The cottage is only a few minutes drive to the world-renowned Mussel Inn or you could take a walk along the beach to Collingwood and visit one of the cafes. There is a well equipped bookcase, games and jigsaws for those rare wet days or just sit and listen to the birdsong from the tui, bellbirds, fantails etc. The cottage is pet friendly with a fenced yard and dog motel so your canine can have a holiday as well but please let us know if you are bringing your dog(s).

Special conditions:
Tariff is for 2 guests only - additional guests $15 per night. Smoking outside only, pets by arrangement. The cottage is supplied with bath towels only - we ask that you bring your own beach towels.
Pets by arrangement.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.
Portacot may be available on request.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs must have own bedding & be kept off furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Parapara

Located in Parapara, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tukurua Bay and Milnthorpe Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Te Anaroa Caves. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Collingwood, Golden Bay

What's nearby

  • Tukurua Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milnthorpe Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Parapara Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Collingwood Recreation Ground - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Golden Bay - 33 min drive - 40.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mussel Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Courthouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Collingwood Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Collingwood Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Balcony - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Milnthorpe Holiday Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tukurua Bay and Milnthorpe Park. Parapara Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely we could take our dog. Great place to stay for walks. Thanks very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick Y.

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

Great stay

Great location for exploring Golden Bay. Sandy was an excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather b.

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

Milnthorpe - perfect holiday

Great place, house was as described Location fantastic for dog walking along beach and through the forest. Comfotablr stay. Recomnend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

A hidden gem

Quiet, comfortable, well stocked, clean, good parking, central to Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks, Heaphy track. Estuary and beach walk my stand out. River Inn, Tinkys and Mussel Inn good feed. Friendly locals.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky M.

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

Milnthorpe

Great location allowing access to all corners of Golden bay as day trips. No sea view but only minutes walk to the wharf or estuary. Dog friendly by arrangement.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill S.

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

Milnthorp Best place in the world

This kiwi bach has everything we needed and the location is beyond perfect with pristine beach and bush on the doorstep - lots of beautiful places within easy reach, very quiet and private. Just wonderful. We have been before and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Relaxing, lovely bach

We had an amazing, relaxing stay. Perfect location to beach and forest walks. Sandy and Dave were perfect hosts and our dog Mr Truffles had an amazing time too. Probably the first properly fully fenced Bach we have stayed at. Thanks 😊
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare J.

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

Perfect spot for endless walking

We stayed with our dog and the location and facilities were superb. It's a basic batch but has everything you need. Fully fenced garden, 15 metres from Milnthorpe reserve and 300m from the beach. I think it will be somewhere we revisit on a regular basis.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly and wonderfully close to the beach and walking tracks.Lovely hosts, the perfect set up!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A dog friendly, spacious house with enclosed yard. Amazing location for dogs with Milnthorpe Park and the beach both accessible straight out of the gate. House has a slightly utilitarian feel to it but was well equipped and held its heat well once warmed up. We had a great stay and look forward to another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet D.

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

A little bit paradise

The bach had everything we needed. The kitchen was well appointed, the living space worked well for us with room to eat, watch tv or play games. The bedrooms were cosy and comfortable.We didn't need to leave the area as Milnthorpe is so beautiful with lovely walks, swimming and gorgeous beaches.Thank you Sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Never disappoints

This is the second time that we've stayed and hope to again some day. The location is fantastic and the setup is perfect for a family with a dog. Highly rate!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna O.

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

Perfect location

We really enjoyed our stay and the beautiful walks around the area. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

A lovely wee spot we will be back

Great location and comfy spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

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

Fantastic place and hosts, highly recommended

We had a fantastic stay with Sandy and David, they were extremely accommodating, the place was fab and just as described. Would recommend the place to friends and family. Will also most likely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

GIll J.

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

A Break Away With our Dogs

We had a lovely relaxed stay at this property. There was plenty of space and we could let the dogs out onto the lawn and know they couldn't get off the property. It is right on the edge of the walking tracks in Millinthorpe bush and a short stroll to the beach. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morag C.

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

Beautiful environment

We loved our stay- being able to wander across to Milnthorpe Park and with the beach so close-it was such a treat. Really appreciated being able to have our dog-she had a the best holiday too-so many walks! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

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

Magnificent Milnthorpe

Great place for us and our friends. Got to visit all their old stomping grounds and the swimming at the beach was wonderful with the gorgeous view of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The Golden Bay Gem.

A great location and bach to base yourselves. Superb hosts who couldn’t do enough to ensure we had a great experience in their bach and region. Thanks so much Sandy and David, our Canadian guests were very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z., Schloß Holte

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

Great location

Simple bach in a great location. May thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

Fine

All fine
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viv D.

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

Lovely little place

Loved our stay. Would love to come back in summer. Added bonus of being able to bring the dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl N.

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

time out

enjoyable stay owner provided all that made it so
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron N.

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

Not long enough!

Grateful to be able to spend a short time away with friends and forget about normal daily routines. Very generous and kind people and we would love to return. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

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

Great location

Lovely house on the edge of Milnethorpe Park. Great spot for a relaxing few days
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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