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10/10 Excellent
Sandra D.
3 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandra D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Entire home
Colac Bay.
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
- Deck or patio
- Free Wi-Fi
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Colac Bay.
Welcome!
You’re just a 30-second walk to the beach — the perfect place to relax and unwind. Whether you’re here to chill out or get active, there’s something for everyone:
🏖 Safe swimming right out front
🛝 A kids’ playground
🏄 Surfing, 🛶 SUP, 🪁 Kiting, 🪼 Foiling, 🤿 Diving, 🎣 Fishing
🚤 Nearby boat ramp
Please Note:
🛏 Linen is not supplied — please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, and towels.
If you’re unable to bring them, I can provide:
$30 per bed for linen
$15 per towel
.
You’re just a 30-second walk to the beach — the perfect place to relax and unwind. Whether you’re here to chill out or get active, there’s something for everyone:
🏖 Safe swimming right out front
🛝 A kids’ playground
🏄 Surfing, 🛶 SUP, 🪁 Kiting, 🪼 Foiling, 🤿 Diving, 🎣 Fishing
🚤 Nearby boat ramp
Please Note:
🛏 Linen is not supplied — please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, and towels.
If you’re unable to bring them, I can provide:
$30 per bed for linen
$15 per towel
.
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House Rules
Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Arriving, Get key, enter house, take note of how the cottage is expected to be left. light fire if needed
Leaving, leave house how you found it when arrived, check all bedrooms toilet kitchen that nothing is left behind. put key back
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20161875
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Colac Bay
Colac Bay is home to this cottage. Local points of interest include Oreti Beach and Teretonga Raceway Park.
Colac Bay / Ōraka, Southland Region
What's nearby
- beach near The Rocks - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
- Oreti Beach - 44 min drive - 66.5 km
- Burt Munro - 44 min drive - 59.6 km
- Civic Theatre - 45 min drive - 59.9 km
- Surrey Park - 46 min drive - 64.7 km
Getting around
- Invercargill (IVC) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- Colac Bay Tavern & Camping Ground - 12 min walk
- Aparima Tavern - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Colac Bay. pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Colac Bay.?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colac Bay. on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Colac Bay.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Colac Bay.?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Colac Bay.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Colac Bay. located?
Situated in Colac Bay, this cottage is within 32 miles (52 km) of Anderson Park, Anderson Park Art Gallery and South African War Memorial. Otakaro Park and St Pauls Presbyterian Church are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Dave W.
25 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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