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10/10 Excellent
Sandra D.
3 Oct 2025
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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 grill
- Deck or patio
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Colac Bay / Ōraka, Southland Region
- beach near The RocksPlace, beach near The Rocks14 min drive
- Oreti BeachPlace, Oreti Beach44 min drive
- Surrey ParkPlace, Surrey Park46 min drive
- Invercargill (IVC)Airport, Invercargill (IVC)46 min drive
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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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
- Civic Theatre - 45 min drive - 59.9 km
- Surrey Park - 46 min drive - 64.7 km
- Stadium Southland - 48 min drive - 68.2 km
Getting around
- Invercargill (IVC) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- Colac Bay Tavern & Camping Ground - 12 min walk
- Aparima Tavern - 9 min drive
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Communication
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10/10 Excellent
Dave W.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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