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Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)

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Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Dining
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Pakawau, Nelson - Golden Bay
  • Place, Pakawau Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Bay
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)

Tomatea Rua is a 3 bedroom beachfront Pakawau Beach bach. This bright and cosy bach enjoys a serene beachfront setting with bush surrounds, offering the perfect place to get away from it all!

This Pakawau Beach bach includes laid back open plan living that leads onto the deck... Set yourself up in the sun, relax, and enjoy a BBQ with a view to the beach!

There are 3 bedrooms at this Golden Bay accommodation. Bedroom 1 opens onto the deck and is fitted with a queen bed, bedroom 2 is fitted with 2 single beds, and bedroom 3 is fitted with a single bed plus a double bunk set.

Set against the backdrop of the spectacular Kahurangi National Park, this casual bach is the perfect base to explore the rugged splendour of Golden Bay or simply to sit back and relax. You are moments from the beach with plenty of room for the kids to play in the garden and for the rainy days... a table tennis table!

Kick back at the beach or head out for adventure, Tomatea Rua welcomes you!
Small pets may be approved on request.

Please note there is no WiFi at this property.

As the property has unfenced access to the beach, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.

All guests should take extra care on the deck as there is no barrier to prevent falls.

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Pakawau

Pakawau is home to this cottage. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Collingwood Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kahurangi National Park and Pakawau Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Pakawau, Nelson - Golden Bay

What's nearby

  • Pakawau Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Farewell - 28 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Te Waikoropupu Springs - 35 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Tata Beach - 44 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 55 min drive - 75.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Courthouse Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tickled Pink - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Farewell Spit Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Balcony - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mad Kin-Ship - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach) on 9 July 2026 start from NZ$334, 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 Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tomatea Rua - Golden Bay Bach (Pakawau Beach) located?

Situated in Pakawau, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pakawau Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Kahurangi National Park. Farewell Spit and Golden Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Piece or paradise

All round amazing, great location great facilities will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arko B.

Good location and cosy house but terrible beds/mattresses

We enjoyed the house and location but dreaded going to bed! Noisy, uncomfortable bed and mattresses ruined half the holiday. Ended up getting stiff neck and back pain instead of complete relaxation. Otherwise, the location is fantastic and so is the property. Bachcare host was friendly and very helpful. We would love to visit again once beds, mattresses are upgraded.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us Arko. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and I'll make sure to pass on your feedback regarding the mattresses. Regardless, we're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lian C.

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

Great bach getaway, away from the crowds.

Spacious bach, clean and tidy. Great quiet place to base ourselves to explore the area. Beautiful location, just a shame its not really a swimming beach. Otherwise it was a great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great beachfront location, mattresses need replacing

After a bit of trial and error to find the correct driveway to the bach (it was hidden by a large flax bush), we arrived a very clean and tidy bach. All the kitchen amenities were on offer and there was no shortage of space to spread out. Our one negative was that the mattresses in all but the master suite are in dire need of replacement. They may do for young children but are not suitable for adults. Would highly recommend this property so long as the mattresses are replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

John S.

Very nice property with almost everything you could need

Very nice property with almost everything you could need.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Archival

6/10 Okay

New , clean property with easy access to beach.

New , clean property with easy access to beach. Lovely peaceful rural area. Some difficulty with internet connection. Would like to suggest adding a microwave and dishwasher for convenience and better quality pillows, but table tennis great and also the barbeque!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Hey Ina, thank you for the great feedback! Have definitely noted your concerns with the property. Seems like you had a good time! Be sure to stay with us again!

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