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Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Cottage in Greymouth with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Blackball, West Coast
- Place, West Coast Rail Trail25 min drive
- Place, Lake Brunner29 min drive
- Place, Rapahoe Beach32 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.
Roa was once a thriving community serving the mining people. Nowadays Roa has four families, two holiday houses, sheep, chickens, many native birds and a feeling of "remoteness" for some!
Roa is approximately 3 k's from Blackball where there is a general store, hotel, cafe, sausage and salami factory, crafts and other delights.
The cottage is on a no exit road which leads to a working open cast coal mine which is far up into the Paparoa mountains. There is weekday traffic to and fro the mine.
Road access to the Paparoa Great Walk is approx 2 k's. from the cottage
The cottage is an older, rustic, comfortable and cosy cottage with a small yard and a colourful flower garden. It is usually quiet and peaceful. (Unless the coal trucks are running). There is a stream down behind the house, down a steep bank, which offers a place to cool off and enjoy.
The owner lives on site and can assist in anyway you might find helpful for your stay.
Greymouth is the closest town ,approx 24 k's and a good place to shop for supplies. Reefton, Hokitika, Punakaiki and other interesting places are all within easy driving distance.
Roa is approximately 3 k's from Blackball where there is a general store, hotel, cafe, sausage and salami factory, crafts and other delights.
The cottage is on a no exit road which leads to a working open cast coal mine which is far up into the Paparoa mountains. There is weekday traffic to and fro the mine.
Road access to the Paparoa Great Walk is approx 2 k's. from the cottage
The cottage is an older, rustic, comfortable and cosy cottage with a small yard and a colourful flower garden. It is usually quiet and peaceful. (Unless the coal trucks are running). There is a stream down behind the house, down a steep bank, which offers a place to cool off and enjoy.
The owner lives on site and can assist in anyway you might find helpful for your stay.
Greymouth is the closest town ,approx 24 k's and a good place to shop for supplies. Reefton, Hokitika, Punakaiki and other interesting places are all within easy driving distance.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: birthday parties
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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
About the area
Greymouth
Blackball, a neighbourhood in Greymouth, is home to this cottage. Greymouth Golf Club and West Coast Rail Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wingham Park and Paparoa National Park. Grey District Aquatic Centre and Shantytown Heritage Railway are also worth visiting.
Blackball, West Coast
What's nearby
- West Coast Rail Trail - 25 min drive - 33.0 km
- Monteith's Brewing Company - 26 min drive - 33.7 km
- Lake Brunner - 29 min drive - 41.3 km
- Rapahoe Beach - 32 min drive - 42.0 km
- Shantytown - 40 min drive - 47.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Formerly the Blackball Hilton - 3 min drive
- Club Hotel - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lyndsey Miller
I have lived here, in Roa for 14 years and previously in Blackball for 10 years. I am a retired social worker who loves to garden and enjoy the birds and bush around the cottage.
Why they chose this property
While some people coming to stay at the cottage find it more remote than they thought; it is close to Blackball and 30 minutes driving from Greymouth. If you are wanting a cosy cottage to relax in, then you will find the cottage fulfils your needs
What makes this property unique
Close to historic town of Blackball and the start of the Paparoa Great Walk.
Bush and birds.
Usually quiet and peaceful.
Bush and birds.
Usually quiet and peaceful.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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