Title: The Library Bach - A special place people love! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33560514&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Library Bach - A special place people love! Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for The Library Bach - A special place people love! ![Property grounds - The Library Bach - A special place people love! (Pakawau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560600/33560514/00a551a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle - The Library Bach - A special place people love! (Pakawau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560600/33560514/0afee09c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Library Bach - A special place people love! (Pakawau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560600/33560514/eeae21cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach - The Library Bach - A special place people love! (Pakawau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560600/33560514/0b5b16a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Library Bach - A special place people love! (Pakawau Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33560600/33560514/1d5af59d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located near a safe swimming beach, The Library Bach is a private and characterful retreat. Enjoy the designer retro-pacific styled interior, kayaks, paddle board and an outside bath while being surrounded by bird-filled bush-clad surroundings with superb inlet views. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Library Bach - A special place people love! “Silver Winner Golden Piwa Awards" BEST IN HOSPITALITY! A few steps away from a safe swimming beach, ‘The Library' refers to the original bach on this property, a small relocated country library. This now serves as a characterful sleepout and sits behind the main bach which is located beside an estuary. The large section is quiet, bush-clad, bird-filled and has superb inlet and mountain views. The bach is private and open plan - think designer retro-pacific styled tramping hut! Beds are in the loft and on the ground floor with no doors between. The bach's size, character and proximity to stunning beaches help make it a wonderful holiday destination for couples or small families. There is great mobile phone reception at the bach. Extra features include nearby migratory godwits and other wonderful bird life, including little blue penguins who are rarely seen but often heard and nest under the library sleep-out or wood pile. Plentiful cockles and pipi are a short stroll away at low tide. There are also a superb selection of natural history, children's and other fiction books, a large record collection, gas hot water and stove top, kayaks, paddle board, an outside bath and a composting indoor toilet. The bach won an NZIA Resene Local Award for Architecture. Special conditions: A minimum of four nights applies for bookings during NZ summer school holidays and a minimum of three nights applies for NZ long weekends. Otherwise a minimum of two nights. Rental is for a maximum of 4 people. Each additional guest per night is $20.00\. Smoking allowed outside only. If you do not have the time or inclination to clean the bach before you leave, cleaning can be arranged for $80.00\. Cotton sheets and towels are also available at NZ$25.00 per person. Donation Scheme For every night The Library Bach is booked, a $5.00 donation is made to the Nelson Community Foodbank Trust Inc. The Nelson Community Food Bank delivers food parcels to families and individuals experiencing hardship in the Nelson area. The Nelson Community Food Bank is a registered charity (No. CC29561) https://www.nelsoncommunityfoodbank.org.nz/ and so far the bach has donated over $3,000.00 to it. Previously the Library Bach raised over $7,000.00 for The Nelson ARK. Please check out my social enterprise in Golden Bay's Aorere Valley, 3km from the Heaphy Track. Te Whare o Kea is non-profit and supports the Kea Conservation Trust. It can be found on airbnb and is the place to stay for an early start on the Heaphy or a fabulous off grid get away! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116130000/116127400/116127354/b50d9e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### WaveSong Cottage - Your Escape by the Sea Parapara - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=116127354&PinnedHotelID=116127354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33551600/33551526/8abef0bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maple's Den - Collingwood beach house Collingwood - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 232 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=33551526&PinnedHotelID=33551526&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113770000/113766600/113766535/e38dcb57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique Cottage/Rural Retreat! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number - ### Property is also known as The Library Bach - A Special Place People Love! Collingwood ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-40.62501%2C172.67929&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=srljVXZ9J-1XL8e7UH_rKpbA38M=) Pakawau Beach, Golden Bay #### What's nearby - Pakawau Beach \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Tata Beach \- 39 min drive \- 58.6 km - Ngarua Caves \- 46 min drive \- 83.3 km - Abel Tasman National Park \- 51 min drive \- 70.1 km - Abel Tasman Coast Track \- 51 min drive \- 70.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Collingwood Tavern - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Courthouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Collingwood Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sunset Balcony - ‬9 min drive - ‪Poss - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Library Bach - A special place people love! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Library Bach - A special place people love!? ### What time is check-out at The Library Bach - A special place people love!? ### Where is The Library Bach - A special place people love! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Library Bach - A special place people love! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 331 8 - Good 31 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glen L. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anna’s Place Awesome - neat accomodation nice people, great area, fully recommend ##### Glen L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillippa G. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golden Bay Getaway Awesome bach to relax & chill out in. ##### Phillippa G. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma I. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect bach to relax and be fully immersed in nature with the bush, bird songs and tides. I just wish to stay more days next time :-) ##### Emma I. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laetitia C. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing and magical stay in the Library The only regret is to not having been able to stay longer. ##### Laetitia C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise F. Feb 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Library We had a great time at this property ##### Denise F. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan E. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable bach, beautiful area Everything was great. Would happily stay here again. ##### Susan E. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dinah J. Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely beach side break Wonderful stay at beautiful Kiwi Bach. Thanks Anna, a very special place. ##### Dinah J. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica E. Dec 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dreamy What a beautiful place to spend a weekend, we had a blast and would book to stay again in a heartbeat ##### Jessica E. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olga N. Oct 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the spot! Beautiful location, amazing beach just on the doorsteps. ##### Olga N. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt M. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away Excellent place to relax and enjoy the views, will definitely recommend. ##### Matt M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane S. Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing spot and lovely bach We had a great time. It was great taking the kayaks out from the back of the property and sitting in the outdoor bath at night. Very good location to explore up around farewell spit.Anna was very friendly, and the bach had everything we needed. ##### Diane S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tim B. Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely beach-side bach Great location & plenty of things to do in the area. Would stay here again! ##### Tim B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua M. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend library Bach Amazing connection with the spirit loved our stay. ##### Joshua M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carol P. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golden Bay retreat The surrounding bush and tidal waters added to this peaceful environment Bach clean and spacious and fully equipped Ideal place to relax and recharge Location good to explore the near by tourist sites. ##### Carol P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren R. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great bach, great to deal with Awesome communication from Anna, great to deal with. Family loved the spot, especially the kids on the kayaks in the inlet. Would stay again for sure ##### Darren R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve B., Richmond Mar 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mohua Golden Bay stay Lovely relaxing stay away from the mainstream to relax and recharge with the help of mother nature. ##### Steve B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola W. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My favourite bach Once again a beautiful visit, comfortable, sunny, warm and a nurturing base for explorations and rest. ##### Nicola W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy M. Jun 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect retreat Quiet, warm and welcoming. Perfect for reading, relaxing and beach walks. ##### Cathy M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia G. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Special place Cute and comfy relaxing had everything you needed....truly special 😊 ##### Julia G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicqui L. Jun 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay We were very comfortable in this lovely bach. Amazing location maximized by the large windows made for relaxing by, even when the weather wasnt great and kept cosy ny the fire. We absolutely loved it and would love to stay again. ##### Nicqui L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandrine L. Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place for a family holiday Well equipped and clean batch in an amazing location. Many activities nearby (the paddle and kayaks were great to enjoy the bay). Good communication. Will definitely stay there again. ##### Alexandrine L. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy P. Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Total relaxation Lovely relaxing stay in a beautiful Bach, everything we needed to unwind for a few days. ##### Amy P. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### steve H. Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bliss Fantastic to destress and relax amongst nature! ##### steve H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissie C. Feb 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect tranquility A beautifully curated property in an enviable position, exactly what we were looking for. Everything you need for a peaceful break is here, including an old school Pye record player 70s vinyl. Special shout out to the Pacifica vibe. A special place in which to sooth your soul. ##### Chrissie C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff F. Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loving the Library What a magnificent location - just set back from the inlet and at the edge of the trees with great views of the neighbouring hills. The Library is a very welcoming place with a brilliant host. Some really nice touches like the fresh local honey and to help make the cleaning easier, even a vacuum on the mezzanine. Beds are very comfy and kitchen is well stocked with all you need to make a great meal. Would love to come back. ##### Jeff F. 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