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Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.

Cottage in Greymouth with kitchen and fireplace

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About the area

Greymouth

At this cottage, you'll be 15.7 km (9.7 mi) from Brunner Industrial Site and 24.8 km (15.4 mi) from Wingham Park. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a private garden and a TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Brunner Industrial Site - 15 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Greymouth Golf Club - 25 min drive - 30.8 km
  • West Coast Rail Trail - 25 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Lake Brunner - 29 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Rapahoe Beach - 32 min drive - 42.0 km

Getting around

  • Greymouth Station - 32 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Formerly the Blackball Hilton - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blackball Workingmen's Club & Msa - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.

Roa was once a thriving community serving the mining people. Nowadays Roa has four families, two holiday houses, sheep, chickens, many native birds and a feeling of "remoteness" for some!

Roa is approximately 3 k's from Blackball where there is a general store, hotel, cafe, sausage and salami factory, crafts and other delights.

The cottage is on a no exit road which leads to a working open cast coal mine which is far up into the Paparoa mountains. There is weekday traffic to and fro the mine.

Road access to the Paparoa Great Walk is approx 2 k's. from the cottage

The cottage is an older, rustic, comfortable and cosy cottage with a small yard and a colourful flower garden. It is usually quiet and peaceful. (Unless the coal trucks are running). There is a stream down behind the house, down a steep bank, which offers a place to cool off and enjoy.
The owner lives on site and can assist in anyway you might find helpful for your stay.

Greymouth is the closest town ,approx 24 k's and a good place to shop for supplies. Reefton, Hokitika, Punakaiki and other interesting places are all within easy driving distance.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.?

The closest beach to Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk. is Punakaiki Beach (28.2 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk. on 16 Dec 2025 start from AU$185.80, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.?

No, Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Roa Cottage is a rustic cottage, close to the start of the Paparoa Great walk. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manasi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had an amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roa cottage is perfectly placed to explore the Paparoa great walk Trail. The cottage is warm and comfortable and the beds are super comfortable too allowing for a good sleep after the days exertions. The weather for our visit was surprisingly good compared to the East Coast where we had come from so we were able to make the most of our weekend away. Lindsey made the check-in process easy and was always handy if we had any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paparoa track stay

Love lotsy the cat, major highlight was cuddles by the fire which Lyndsay had on for us. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little property with a fantastic host. The fire had been lit before we arrived on the first night. The house has everything you need while away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Loved the place. Just what my soul needed. The owner is very friendly, had a great time, i will book again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart L.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariusz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic experience in the middle of pastures, with birds singing, star studded skies, cat visiting, and a sweet hostess. For adventurous and sentimental people it would be great. Arrive before sunset. Fresh and clean linen and towels. If you are looking for hotel style accommodations, that is not for you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

A very nice quiet place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our Stay

Great location, Enjoyed a peaceful stay. Lyndsey is a thoughtful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, out of the way property. Just as I like em
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

It was a beautiful historic miners cottage full of books. Great garden too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a great place to stay

Best holiday house on the coast, will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Mieke S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cottage in a beautyful garden

Great place! Don’t forget repellent against sandflies. Théo are harmless but anoing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptionally clean! Convenient.

Cleanest place we've ever stayed in. Convenient location. Quiet. Well supplied with everything we needed. Recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Stay

If you would like to stay in the country and in a quiet place this is the place.The host, Lyndsey, is nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable stay

Comfortable, relaxing and quiet.Just what was needed after doing the Paparoa walk
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great getaway

We had a lovely stay with Lyndsey. She was very welcoming, had the fire roaring on our arrival and there was everything we needed in the house, including toys for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, quaint cottage

Nice garden, welcoming fire and cat. Would enjoy staying again, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting place

My daughter and I had a great time and I would love to return with my partner. The house was very comfortable and well equipped. It was very close to the Paparoa track.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jef D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blackball secret

A perfect home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend away

Lydnsey made us feel very welcome and at home. Would definitely recommend for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Noel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and peaceful location

3 days and 3 nights over Labour Weekend, very cosy place to stay with log-burner and well setup with clean linen and towels. Lots of books and things to read, enjoyable setting for short walks, and only a 5 minute drive to Blackball.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Losty's company

We had a cosy night with everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kamala r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Cottage

Roa cottage is nestled up the Roa Valley amongst the green hills clad with bush and filled with bird song and relaxing views. We were kept warm by the log burner and enjoyed playing games in the evening before, setting off to hike the Paparoa track. The cottage is very close to the start of the track. It is a relaxing space and Lyndsey is warm and welcoming. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023