Title: Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet Chalet in Mangarakau ## Photo gallery for Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet ![Exterior - Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet (Mangarakau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99393600/99393593/06310456.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet (Mangarakau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99393600/99393593/c355146b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet (Mangarakau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99393600/99393593/f3d4bbff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet (Mangarakau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99393600/99393593/w1919h1080x0y0-724583b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet (Mangarakau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99393600/99393593/01f6a341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Chalet Rata and unwind in serene silence, surrounded by native bush and the gentle Patarau river. Take a short drive to discover long sandy beaches with rock pools or enjoy a guided tour through the glow worm grotto. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer ## 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. ### Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet Totally escape to the end of the road and get right away from it all. Relax in total silence with no traffic noise at all.Walks from your doorstep through the wetland or follow the old logging roads up through beautiful native bush alongside the Patarau river. The West Coast beaches are just a few minutes drive down the road with long sandy beaches and rock pools in between. Enjoy our complimentary guided tour through our glow worm grotto and our spectacular night sky Chalet Rata has a queen bed downstairs and a queen and a single bed upstairs. The fully equipped kitchen has a medium sized fridge / freezer, a microwave, an electric frypan and a barbecue. All cutlery and crockery are provided. Chalet Rata is wheel chair friendly with a ramp leading up to the balcony, a wet area bathroom and doorways that can accommodate wheel chairs. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117650000/117648100/117648035/342bf97a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vista al Mar Pōhara - 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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 ## About the area Mangarakau is home to this chalet. Travelers 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. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Explore the West Coast of Golden Bay from the luxury of your chalet Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona C. Mar 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### North western South Island getaway Great place to go and chill with nature for a day or 3\. Lovely weather, easy bush walks, glow worms excursion. Owners are helpful and knowledgeable on the local flora and fauna. ##### Fiona C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy C. Jan 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem! Absolutely lovely stay, away from people, and in a stunning area of Golden Bay! The hosts were welcoming and full of information. The walk around the property was delightful and not too far for little legs. We stayed with our 4 and 6 year old and thet loved it. Thank you :) ##### Stacy C. 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