Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a sink, and a stove.
A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a grassy yard and a wooden fence.
A cozy living room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a colorful crocheted throw.
A garden pathway with a stone border, surrounded by various plants and a fire pit.
A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in cabinets, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Yuraygir National Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Minnie Water, NSW
  • Place, Yuraygir National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Solitary Islands Marine Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Minnie Water Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Grafton, NSW (GFN-Clarence Valley Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Nook

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Outdoor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Minnie Water

Minnie Water is home to this cottage. Yuraygir National Park and Solitary Islands Marine Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Solitary Islands Multiple Use Zone and Solitary Islands Special Purpose Zone. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Minnie Water, NSW

What's nearby

  • Yuraygir National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Solitary Islands Marine Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Minnie Water Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Guru Nanak Sikh Temple - 53 min drive - 101.5 km
  • Woolgoolga Beach - 54 min drive - 98.0 km

Getting around

  • Grafton, NSW (GFN-Clarence Valley Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wooli Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The 383 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wooli Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Bistro and Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minnie Shack - retreat from it all. Beach, nature, wildlife, quiet & secluded located?

Situated in Minnie Water, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Yuraygir National Park and Solitary Islands Marine Park. Minnie Water Beach and minnie Water Back Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet cottage, well equipped, with a nice little view of the ocean.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautifuly presented property in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A ‘quirky’ hideaway retro themed cottage that was perfect for a weekend getaway. A quiet location, the property was suited to a couple or family with 2 small children and had everything we needed. We loved it and will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute gem, eclectic mix of books CDs videos, fascinating curiosities in every corner of the house and garden So lovely didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Minnie Water Shack and hope to return. Felt immediately at home. Magic location, comfortable quirky interior, peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location extremely clean and tidy. Thoroughly recommend a stay, we will certainly be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Thanks, lovely place. As a fair distance to the convenience store, would have been great to have some milk in the fridge for tea and coffee. Just hard after a walk from Wooli. Otherwise very relaxing. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minnie Shack and surrounding garden was well presented and cared for and was well suited to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was cute and comfortable and close to the beach loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed in kitchen. Recommend do your shopping in Grafton
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic wee home. Had everything . Great location. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice quiet home. Very clean and well equipped kitchen. Short drive to the local shop and beaches. Opposite park with nice ocean views. Good communication with the owners. I recommend it as a place to stay for your holiday.Stanley
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little cottage Lovely relaxing spot so peaceful abundant bird life The surrounding area is Sublime if you like outdoor activities it’s the perfect holiday destinationalthough the water is drinkable I do suggest bringing your own. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location

very impressive little cottage, what a great spot. Annette has gone above and beyond with this property, has everything you need (except for maybe a hairdryer). unfortunately the weather was terrible on our stay, there were plenty of things to do at the house like games, books, music, movies). Only downside was no front fence to keep the dog in, but we did not end up needing it. Comfortable bed, modern updated interior made it most delightful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed here as a family and overall had a lovely experience, rating it 4 out of 5 stars.The home has a very warm, nostalgic “nanna-style” feel — simple, cosy, and welcoming. It had all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay, and my kids absolutely loved the bunk beds, which was a highlight for them.The location was also a standout. We especially enjoyed heading down to the beach via the Minnie Water Back Beach trail — it was beautiful and a real bonus of staying here. One evening we travelled over to The 383 for dinner, which was only about a 15-minute drive. It has a great area for kids and the food was delicious, so definitely worth the trip.The only downside for us came down to personal preference. As a family, we’re quite used to modern comforts like reliable WiFi, paid TV, and air conditioning. While I personally didn’t mind going without, my husband and kids did find this a bit challenging at times.That said, if you’re looking for a relaxed, no-fuss getaway with a homely feel and great access to the beach, this place is a great option.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the delightful Minnie Shack - it was well set up and had everything we needed to enjoy our time there. We loved sitting on the front porch watching the ocean through the trees. Minnie Water is a quiet and secluded small beach town that is away from the crowds, which we loved. It's only a short walk down to the beach lookout over the lagoon area and there are walking trails along the coastline too - or if you want to go to the main beach at Minnie Water, it's only a few minutes drive there and to the general store which has good coffee and chai lattes as well as nice food options like the homemade pies. You can swim at the beach there or walk up to the rocky headland. We also drove to Wooli and explored that area and had a swim there also (about a 15 minute drive away). Grafton is about 40 minutes drive away - we recommend doing the self-drive scenic Cattle & Cane tour from Grafton through to Lawrence and Maclean - see the Clarence Valley website for details. It follows the Clarence River and there is a free ferry crossing on the way - Maclean has a lovely lookout at the top of the mountain plus the rock pinnacles. The host (Annette) of Minnie Shack was very easy to deal with and checked in to make sure we were happy with everything. Would recommend to anyone who wants a quiet and relaxing break away and hope to go back one day to Minnie Shack.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant home. Very comfortable and peaceful location. Ideal for a couples escape. Loved the quirky touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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