Title: Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37949708&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home Cottage in Pakawau with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home ![Stereo - Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home (Pakawau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37949800/37949708/e42c88a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home (Pakawau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37949800/37949708/3b318158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home (Pakawau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37949800/37949708/5b0ff96a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home (Pakawau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37949800/37949708/178eb2f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home (Pakawau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37949800/37949708/a32829bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Pakawau, Mohua is a 3-bedroom beachfront holiday home perfect for a family-friendly Golden Bay getaway. Enjoy stunning ocean views from the cosy open-plan living space or unwind on the patio with BBQ and Sonos sound system. The property offers an outdoor bath, fire pit and endless sun-kissed hours on the nearby beach. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - 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. ### Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home Mohua is a 3 bedroom beachfront Pakawau holiday home. Situated in an ideal location for a relaxing beach break, this family friendly home is just the spot for your next Golden Bay getaway! The cosy living space at this Pakawau holiday home is open plan and enjoys stunning views of the ocean. Spend your days at the beach, just a stone’s throw away, or during winter stays keep toasty by the fire.... The Sonos sound system is a welcome addition for days indoors, or simply relax on the patio, fire up the BBQ and watch as boats sail by. Stay on-site and enjoy endless hours in the sun and sand or set out on an adventure, Wharariki Beach is less than 30 minutes drive. Go hiking through Abel Tasman National Park, just an hour drive along the coastline. For a South Island beach escape... Mohua has you covered! \*Please note that there is an outdoor bath available for guest use. \*\*WIFI is available but the reception is unreliable due to the location of the property. Bedroom 3 is a loft above the lounge area accessed via a ladder from the living area. It is not recommended for use by children under 5 years old. It has restricted headspace. The beds are mattresses on a box base.The property can accommodate a maximum of 6 adults as a single bed in the loft area has very low headroom.As the property has unfenced access to the beach, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around water.WIFI is available but the reception is unreliable due to the location of the property.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing 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) - 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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 is also known as Mohua Pakawau Home Pakawau Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home Pakawau Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home Private vacation home Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home Private vacation home Pakawau 597304 ## About the area Pakawau is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Kahurangi National Park and Pakawau Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Te Anaroa Caves. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Pakawau travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Pakawau.dx553248625843091752) [View more Cottages in Pakawau](https://www.expedia.ca/Pakawau-Cottages.d553248625843091752-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-40.600094,172.68358&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nywvFkg%7E%7C_%40%3FU%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FU%40S%40S%40S%40UBQ%40U%40SBQBUBQBUBQDUBQDUDQBQDUDQFQDQFQFSDQFQFQFQFOHQFQHOFMHSHMHOHQHOJMHOJKHOJMHKJOLKHOJKLKJKJKLKJILKLKLGLIJKLILGLINELILGLENILELENELENENCLENENALANCNCLANCNAN%3FN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FL%40NBN%40NBNBL%40N%40LDNDNBLDNDLDNDLDLHNDLFLHLDNHJFLHLJLHLFJJLJLHJJLJJJJJJJJNJJJNJJJLHNJJHNJLFNJPHNHLFNHPFNHPFPFNHPFPFPDPFRDPFPDPDPDTDPDPBTDPBTDP%40TBPBTBPBR%40T%40PBT%40R%3FR%40R%40T%3FT%40P%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FTAP%3FRATAT%3FPATCRAPATCTCPCTCPARERCREPCTEPEPETEPEPGRENGREPGPGPIPGNGPIPGNIPGNILINKPGNKNILKJINKNKJKLKJKNKJKJKJMJKJMHMJKJMHMHMJMFKHOHMBMHMFOFMFMDODMDODMDOBODMDOBM%40OBO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCOAMCOAOCMAOCOEMEOCOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMIOCMIMIMGKKMIMIMKMKKIMKKKKKMKKKIOMKKMIKKOIOKKIMKOIOIQIOIMIQGOIOGQIQGOGQGQGQEQGSGOESGQEQEUCQEQEUCQESCSCSCQCUCQAUAUCQASAUAQAU%3FUAS%3FQ%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7YxIg0daaOKlS8VEm-KBKjuufiI=) Pakawau, Nelson - Golden Bay ### What's nearby - ![Such a peaceful place. Especially lucky when you get there in the morning, the sun just coming out from behind the clouds and no one around!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8350/12338511-c92f-431f-96cd-cb6cebf78b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Te Waikoropupu Springs 33 min drive \- 45.6 km - ![Split Apple Rock, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112811/03f14d6b-985f-4401-84a9-258e7e1ad8a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Abel Tasman National Park 53 min drive \- 73.8 km - Pakawau Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Parapara Beach 15 min drive \- 22.2 km - Tata Beach 43 min drive \- 62.2 km ### Restaurants - Collingwood Tavern 9 min drive - Collingwood Cafe 9 min drive - Sunset Balcony 9 min drive - NgAngART Gallery & Cafe 9 min drive - Farewell Spit Cafe 20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home? ### Where is Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mohua - Pakawau Holiday Home 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 7 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### CORY H. Jan 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow. Absolutely loved it! What an excellent welcome to NZ. Loved the space. Quiet. Big. Loved. Views of the beach were throughout. Sometimes has the entire beach to ourselves. So cozy w the yard and amenities. Would highly recommend. ##### CORY H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mitchell D. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kings Birthday A great location and a cosy house. ##### Mitchell D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie A. Nov 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place to stay by the sea. Lovely view and accommodation. Great time had but couldn't open the shed door to get the gas bottle for the barbecue. 😔 ##### Jackie A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicqui K. Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous place Relaxing & smooth (Claw bath isn’t functional) ##### Nicqui K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare O. Jun 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Pakawau family stay We had a great experience with this beautiful beach home in Pakawau. 100% recommend to anyone! So truly beautiful will definitely return. ##### Clare O. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane H. Jun 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Holiday This was a great property to stay at for a family. ##### Jane H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret L. Jun 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great We enjoy ever moment there. Lovely cosy . Only thing I had a bit of job get up steps because I use a walker. There was no rails by toilet,shower or steps. But I managed I loved it there. ##### Margaret L. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Doreen M. Jun 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view A very well equiped property. Plenty of firewood that kept us warm and cosy. A lovely outlook to the beach and sea. ##### Doreen M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew G. Jul 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pakawau Only issue was our daughter struggling with no internet. I thought that was a good thing ##### Andrew G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Belinda H. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Belinda H. 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