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Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach.

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A modern house with a large deck, sliding glass doors, and a well-maintained lawn.
A cozy living room with a red sofa, a wooden table, and a fireplace.
A compact kitchen with a white stove, red and green cabinets, and a window providing natural light.
A serene lakeside view with lush greenery and distant hills.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wicker chair, a small wooden cabinet, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Golden Bay

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Pakawau Beach, Golden Bay
  • Place, Golden Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pakawau Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master suite

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in Collingwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Bay and Pakawau Beach, while Aorere Museum of Art and Collingwood Museum are cultural highlights. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Golden Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pakawau Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pohara Beach - 44 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 53 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Tata Beach - 58 min drive - 59.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Collingwood Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Courthouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Collingwood Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Balcony - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lady luck Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach.?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach. on 19 Apr 2027 start from £176, 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 Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach.?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Gunado - a cosy kiwi bach. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Golden Bay and Pakawau Beach. Collingwood Recreation Ground and Aorere Museum of Art are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 238 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, birds, beach and wetlands. Comfortable with great access to all the sights in the Golden Bay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful, relaxing setting and well maintained bach. We loved our stay thank you Jennifer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well maintained, well equipped, comfortable, very spacious, lovely outdoor space, quiet, great views and easy access to Collingwood..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a most enjoyable stay. The location and facilities were first class and prior to our stay our host answered all queries promptly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind response. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. You are always welcome to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accomodating and made sure we happy and looked after. The bach was well equipped and had everything we needed for our 4 nights. Nicely decorated with art and pottery and a homey feel. Great location as well, quiet, private and lovely walk to the beach nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Golden Bay at its finest

Perfect locale to enjoy the pleasures of Golden Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely location

Enjoyed our stay, great place for a family. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Golden Bay

We love this bach! Close to swimming spots and places to explore in GB.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gunado is a lovely little oasis located within easy reach of our favourite beaches and walking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for exploring Golden Bay, or just to stay put

This was our third stay at Gunado, it's a great spot for a break. Ideally located for visiting places like Wharariki, Milnethorpe Bush, or Westhaven Inlet, but equally easy to just sit on the deck and watch the tide come in and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A lovely kiwana bach. I would book this place again.

A lovely relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favourite family getaway

A firm family favourite - we love staying at Gunado for the cozy space, endless opportunities to play in the estuary, peacefulness and as a great base for adventures in the area. Thanks again Jennifer, we are already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jen was great with communication and the bach exceeded our expectations. Very clean and tidy, beautiful setting and perfectly set up with the kayaks and other sports gear, books and dvds. We loved Gunado and will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2026
Thank you, Peter, for your positive review. I do my best to make the Bach a great experience for guests. You are always welcome to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

So impressed with this gorgeous bach, the setting is beautiful and easy access to so many areas to explore in the Bay. Hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2024
Thank you Susie. I would gladly have you return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely bach

Lovely bach in a great location, has everything we needed for a relaxing stay in Golden Bay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely retreat

Delightful getaway. Enjoyed watching the tuis and walks along the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picturesque and peaceful location

A wonderful bach in a beautiful location. Fantastic bird life, great views over the estuary and easy access to the beach for exploring. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2024
So pleased to hear you had. a lovely time. I believe the bach is in a very special location to enjoy nature.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Loved this place amazing location. Good kayaks. Just what a batch needs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
So pleased you got to use the kayaks. Come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay - Again!

We stayed at Gunado for the second time - and enjoyed it even more than during our first holiday. It was simply wonderful. We love this place and will be back in the near future.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and quiet

Real kiwi bach very quiet and relaxing .Great for unwinding and family time, enjoyed the board games and exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2024
Thank you Pernny, Im glad you enjoyed it. Cheers Jen
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It's a very cute, very tidy, very clean and very quiet property to park ones self up at. Beautiful spot. Hope to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A fabulous return stay

My family and I really enjoy Gunado, the house is in a beautiful setting and basks in the afternoon sun. The house has everything you need and Jennifer is a great host, communicating with her was very easy. We’d love to come back again, it really is a magic spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Thanks Heather - I would love you to return. It is in a special spot within those beautiful Tōtara trees.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Time and tide

Second time staying at Gunado, love the rhythm of the tides. Great base for exploring the bay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Break

Once again great spot to stay, central with lots to do nearby. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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