Title: Waters Edge Golden Bay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waters Edge Golden Bay ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37923300/37923294/fa3ca17d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37923300/37923294/9fda4c3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37923300/37923294/81afc923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37923300/37923294/ccd8d9d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37923300/37923294/58f6f438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Waters Edge Golden Bay provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Waters Edge Golden Bay Summary: Waters Edge Holiday Home - Pet Friendly Waters Edge is in the ideal spot for family holidays with a safe swimming beach 50m away and a tidal estuary located on this popular peninsula 10kms north of Collingwood and 2.5kms south of Pakawau Beach. Waters Edge has a private setting right on the edge of the estuary - enjoy the calmness of the water while dining on a BBQ cooked meal. Tui's and Bellbirds are all around with the many trees attracting bird life. Kayaking and water play is right at your door. When the tide is in, enjoy a swim or when out, exploring and strolling the beach is recommended. The Space: Winter offers many benefits, including a fire and an ever changing outlook. The setting is wonderful and has been enjoyed by many guests - Great for any family with pets that are most welcome to come along for the fun! This is a perfect location to enjoy a Golden Bay holiday. This area offers not only a safe swimming beach with cockles to collect but impressive bird life, fishing and walks. Located only minutes from Collingwood where you will find a petrol station, cafe, store and pub. This side of our world offers the stunning Wharaiki Beach, horse riding, wildlife, Eco tours, a selection of cafes plus tramping on the Heaphy Track. Takaka township is only 25 minutes away, on the way is The Mussel Inn and Pupu Springs. In town you can enjoy some retail therapy, cafes, and only minutes from other attractions like Anatoki Salmon. From Takaka a 10 minute drive can take you to the very popular golden sand beaches in Ligar Bay and Tata Beach. Pohara Beach also has cafes and a general store. Bed Configuration - Bedroom 1 - Double Bed Bedroom 2 - 1 x Bunk Bed (Double on Bottom, Single on Top) + 1 x Single Bed Sleepout - 1 x Double Bed and 2 x Single Beds incl. bathroom and laundry Special conditions: Family groups preferred, smoking outside only, pre-approved pets Please note, WIFI is not available. Linen included Please Note: Full and updated cleaning systems are in place for everyone's future well-being. Sanitiser and hospital grade disinfectant products are supplied for guests use which are also used by our cleaning team. The Neighborhood: The golf course, boat ramp, Pohara Beach plus the golden bays most popular and loved beaches, Ligar Bay & Tata Beach, are a short drive away. Only a short drive from the famous Mussel Inn, and to Collingwood which offers cafes and Farewell Spit Tours. This part of the area has a number of potters and artists studios. Wharariki Beach is by far one of the most stunning beaches in New Zealand. Huge rock formations, sand hills, caves, cliffs, dunes , white sand and baby seals. Farewell Spit is New Zealand’s longest sand spit (25 km) and a nature reserve. It is an internationally-renowned bird sanctuary with over 90 bird species recorded in the area. Heaphy Track is one of New Zealand’s nine great walks. Many people choose to walk only to the first or second huts on the track instead of walking its entire length which have toilets and running-water facilities. The Heaphy Track, also allows mountain bikes. Abel Tasman National Park is a must see, golden sand and clear waters, 3 hour to 3 day walks. Don't forget your camera. Getting Around: There is no public transport to or within the Bay, a car is essential. Other Things to Note: You'll be pleased to know that Linen & Towels are included with this 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 60da72efd2add9002d32b87f ## 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-40.62266%2C172.68013&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ykowaV5v0YYx81Sj-Ya_hNODDmY=) Pakawau Beach, Collingwood #### What's nearby - Pakawau Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Collingwood Recreation Ground - 7 min drive - 10.2 km - Parapara Beach - 13 min drive - 18.9 km - Cape Farewell - 32 min drive - 21.5 km - Abel Tasman National Park - 59 min drive - 70.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Courthouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Collingwood Tavern - ‬8 min drive - ‪MAD Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Sunset Balcony - ‬8 min drive - ‪Lady luck Cafe - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waters Edge Golden Bay pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Waters Edge Golden Bay? > As of Sept 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waters Edge Golden Bay on Sept 29, 2025 start from CA $321.62, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Collingwood-Hotels-Waters-Edge-Golden-Bay.h37923294.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Waters Edge Golden Bay? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waters Edge Golden Bay? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Waters Edge Golden Bay located? > This Collingwood vacation home is on the beach, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Pakawau Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kahurangi National Park and Collingwood Recreation Ground. Farewell Spit and Tukurua Bay are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waters Edge Golden Bay Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jo N. Dec 29, 2022 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family stay Great location in rustic Bach with clean comfortable bedding. ##### Jo N. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart M. Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved staying here! Such a wonderful part of Golden Bay, close to everything, especially Collingwood, Pakawau and incredible Wharariki Beach and Farewell Spit. Great bach which comfortably accommodated our family. Beautifully located between estuary and beach. ##### Stuart M. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lynley B. Jan 19, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Where was the water? The fridge and freezer both contained food, reducing available space for us. Surfaces were dirty. We expected to be pretty much on the beach, going by the photos. Otherwise it's a good location. ##### Lynley B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael b. May 13, 2025 ##### Michael b. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen C. Dec 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 6a 4c and 2 dogs Excellent. Everything we needed which was a challenge for a bigger group plus old dogs. Highly recommend. ##### Jen C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison F. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful hideaway Our family group ranged from 12 months to 90 years old. Everyone enjoyed the stay. Comfy beds, lovely linen and great heating. Tuis and a bell bird in the garden. ##### Alison F. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abi B. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! Really enjoyed our stay, property has everything you need! ##### Abi B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good family bach Very good property and nice outdoor area for BBQ and kids. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah L. May 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### family weekend Ideal for a family weekend, even in autumn. The fire made it lovely and cosy despite the rain. ##### Sarah L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### David D. Apr 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Large Group Accommodation GReat property for a large group of various ages ##### David D. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaffa B., Wellington, New Zealand Jan 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chilled out past Collingwood Perfect quiet location bracketed by tidal estuary out from own little rock, & warm shallow swimming beach just up the road. Short walk. House had everything needed. Good deck and lounge kitchen flow to outdoors. Good bunk stack and main room inside with self contained ensuite. Kayak which is great to slip into the tidal area with. Excellent communication from the prop mgmt and simple to arrive and leave from. Just leave the bugger clean and tidy. Collingwood is 15 up the road. ##### Jaffa B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen R. Jan 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review of holiday home We had a great stay over Christmas. Kitchen adequately equipped and good fridge freezer space for feeding 2 families. Very comfortable and lovely private deck and outdoor space. ##### Karen R. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey W. Nov 21, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lazy Saturday at pakawau Lovely spot sunny sheltered patio for lazing in sun and eating breakfast- clean tidy and well equipped. Great to be able to take our dog as well thanks ##### Tracey W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon S. Nov 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Location We loved our stay at this property - situated on a peninsula between the estuary and the beach, short access to either with the property backing onto the estuary where we spent most of our time with the younger children exploring and playing, with kayaks and other facilities provided. The extra sleepout made it easier for larger family too. ##### Jon S. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicola H. Mar 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from Home It was comfortable and just what we needed. Good Location and quiet, not that we were there long enough to enjoy. ##### Nicola H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4 night break Nice property, we all enjoyed it very much. Property was clean but the only thing we didn't like was the fridge and freezer not being empty, too much stuff from other people left behind and not enough room for our stuff for 6 people. Also under the sink there were only dirty cloth and dish brush, we didn't want to touch , apart from that overal a very plesant stay there. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian D. Dec 4, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, location, amneties Great place to use. If it wasnt so windy we would have enjoyed the kayak and outside. Perfect location ##### Gillian D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen G. Oct 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A short break in golden bay User friendly book in service and arrival instructions. The Bach was ideal for our family with heaps of room for everyone. We loved walking out onto the front beach, collecting a few cockles for tea and wading in the shallows. A beautiful mid day high tide allowed us to get the sit on kayak out into the estuary for some exploration up the creeks. The Bach was clean and tidy with a great bbq and luxury of a dishwasher. Thank you for allowing us to stay. ##### Stephen G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bruce c. Oct 5, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for 2 couples. Sleepout with shower toilet great. We loved the whole experience. From booking to arrival and getting set up. Fire at night and having the separate living space was fantastic. The kids loved playing in the sand and having an outside hot shower. The tui s, Bell birds and wood pigeons were special. We will be back. ##### bruce c. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Pamela P. Aug 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A good place to relax and rest A well equipped kiwi bach. Only 2 of us but had the potential to accommodate a couple of families if required. Appreciated the log fire as our time in Totara Avenue was VERY wet! Bird life in trees a treat. A quiet and restful stay. ##### Pamela P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather M. Aug 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect location A great wee hideaway, perfect location near estuary and beach. Very relaxing and perfect for the puppy, he loved the beach, as we did. Close to many walks and other area of interest. ##### Heather M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe A. Jul 30, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful location We had a great stay, everything we needed was available. The kids loved cricket on the mudflats in front of the house and crab hunting. The fire kept us toasty at night. Very happy we will be back. ##### Zoe A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nati S. Jul 13, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family stay Great location, beach front, lovely neighborhood. The place had everything we needed. My boys had good time. Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with us ❤ ##### Nati S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim C. Jul 9, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and peaceful Lovely location, miles of beach to wander on, toasty fireplace heats the whole place, well outfitted. Rustic, but tidy. ##### Kim C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### CAROLINE C. Feb 3, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### A bit disappointing We 2 were travelling with 4 family members from overseas & were disappointed that clearing/clearing some surfaces was needed. Also strange persistent smell in sleepout that was otherwise very comfortable. This was our most expensive place of 7 varied accommodation stays in the South Island from Nelson via Takaka, West coast,Karamea to Te Anau & onwards, but did not compare favourably. The property manager was responsive & helpful. ##### CAROLINE C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020