The Station House Motel
Guest scores & sentiment
From 160 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18
Guests praise the historic charm, exceptional host hospitality, and central location. Main complaints involve limited kitchen facilities (no sinks/stoves in some rooms) requiring shared use, and occasional wear-and-tear issues like musty smells.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for those valuing hospitality and history. Verify kitchen facilities if cooking is essential; sensitive to wear-and-tear should check reviews.
Room types · 6
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Family Cottage
The Family Cottage is perfectly suited for couples or families who want a comfortable base for their Golden Bay adventures. Inside, you’ll find a queen-size bed in the main area and a small bedroom with two single beds. The cottage also includes an private bathroom, a sofa, Freeview TV, a dining table, and a basic kitchen for preparing light meals. Children love it here, with a large trampoline and a tree house with a slide. The lush gardens provide privacy from the main house, while across the road there’s a playground and a child-friendly beach just a few minutes’ walk away. The Family Cottage is an excellent base for exploring Golden Bay’s family-friendly attractions. Highlights include, Ngarua Caves on top of Takaka Hill and once in Golden Bay, Te Waikoroupupu Springs, Labrinth Rocks and The Grove. After a busy day exploring with your tamariki, you can return to the cottage to relax and enjoy the peaceful garden surroundings.
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Cottage with Garden View
Nestled in the serene gardens of the historic Station House Motel, the Garden Cottage offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Collingwood, Golden Bay. This charming, self-contained cottage combines comfort and convenience, making it ideal for couples or solo travelers seeking a relaxing getaway. The Garden Cottage features an private bathroom, comfortable queen bed, small sofa, Freeview TV and a basic kitchen for light meal preparation. French doors open onto a private patio, inviting you to enjoy the lush, edible garden filled with mandarins, oranges, blackberries, and kiwis. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee in the sunshine or unwinding after a day exploring Golden Bay, the Garden Cottage provides a tranquil escape. Perfectly located within walking distance of the beach, Courthouse Café, the Collingwood Tavern, local Museums, and Farewell Spit Eco Tours—which your hosts can help arrange, it’s the ideal base for discovering all that Golden Bay has to offer.
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Large Studio
The Large Studio Room is located inside the 1907 Historic Home. It is a Spacious Room which includes an En Suite Bathroom. The Large Studio has a queen size bed, and single bed, small sofa, tv, and sunny breakfast table in kitchenette. This room has all you need for a good nights’ sleep, but it is not equipped to make meals and does not have a kitchen sink. No cooking in this room. The little kitchenette has a fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave. The large bedroom windows offer the beauty and warmth of the afternoon sun, and look out onto Collingwood Village and the Wakamarama Range.
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Small Studio
The Small Studio Room is nestled inside the historic 1907 Station House, offering a cozy retreat with all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay. This charming studio features a private Private bathroom, queen-size bed, a small sofa, Freeview TV, a compact kitchenette with fridge, kettle, toaster, and microwave,—perfect for tea and toast. Please note that it is not set up for cooking meals and does not include a kitchen sink. Sunlight fills the room through large windows, framing beautiful views of Collingwood Village and the Wakamarama Range. Step outside to enjoy lush, private garden seating areas where you can bask in the sun or relax in the shade. Everything Collingwood has to offer is within easy walking distance: the beach, Courthouse Café, Collingwood Tavern, Museums, and Farewell Spit Eco Tours—which your hosts can help arrange. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, the Small Studio Room is the perfect base for your Golden Bay adventure.
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Studio
<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Studio with Dining Room
<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).