There weren't any games in there. And being in the back unit behind the one in the main picture with the big deck, you can't really see the view at all unless you stand in the yard and look over the fence. We were lucky our friends were in the big apartment with the deck and we could share it but if you were travelling as a couple and staying in the back unit, theres no good easy view of sunset. Also, the heater needed an extension cord. The only PowerPoint in the main room was near the curtains, so we had to have the heater in the living room. Luckily, our friends had a sim you can call on because we had to call the host as we weren't given the information on how to access the unit before arrival, as it is self check in.

The room was spacious being a 2 bedroom, even though we only needed 1 room.

Stayed in August 2025

We couldn't get freeview on the tv.

It was a lovely place to stay, tidy and clean with a view out to the ocean.

Stayed in March 2025

I had the best sleep I have had in a long time. It was very quiet, warm and very accessible. Away from the hustle and bustle! The facilities were perfect for our needs. We enjoyed hanging out in the lounge area as there was plenty of room!

Stayed in April 2025

Limited view being behind the Rata building as described, able to use outside lawn space and seating at building for sunset though.

Very peaceful location with a short drive to Punakaiki Rocks. Tidy cottage with good supply in kitchen and great shower water pressure.

Stayed in February 2025

We could not get any channels on the tv

Clean comfortable accommodation which suited our needs

Stayed in March 2025

Our cottage was right behind another, so we didn't have a view from inside the place.

Very nice location for a trip up the Northwest coast of South Island. Close to beaches and Pancake Rocks. A good base to head further up the coast to Cape Foulwind where we saw the seals. It actually could take 4 people but we only had 2.

Stayed in March 2025

Basic and a bit dated here and there. No decent views from the cottage. No extractor hood in the kitchen.

Simple cottage with plenty of facilities. Beautiful location. Comfortable beds.

Stayed in March 2025

Beautiful location

Stayed in February 2025

Unfortunately Rata Cottage, it rained hard the second night. I love the rain, but it knocked out Netflix (cable service). Bummer, but we tried talking to the property manager. She didn't come out to fix it. Poor Chris volunteered to assist, he was renting in RataView where the router/modem is kept. Anyway, we tried.

Barrytown coastal route 6 is phenomenal!! Awesome views, comfy cabin. We had Netflix one night. Close to Pancake Rocks, Conservation Visitor Center, both where awesome. Pancake Cafe had great food!! We loved our stay.

Stayed in February 2025

We had several people try to enter our place (the big lodge) while we were there, expecting it to be a community center, not another guest house. While we had only friendly encounters, it was a bit unnerving.

Amazing views, great space, and convenient, quiet location!

Stayed in February 2025

Food favolities

It was a lovely stay,the views added the charm to the entire experience.Food facilities could be better as the town is 25km away.enjoyed the stay

Stayed in January 2025

I was in the cottage behind Rataview, probably Rataview its better than the cottage. Place need a refurbish as furniture are bit old, not a major issue but it will be more welcoming, no tumble dryer was available, no exhaust suction at kitchen, no fan or air-conditioning and could not keep window open as there are those terrible blood sucker fly that itch for days after bite, suggest installation of mosquito nets at list in the kitchen and bedrooms

Location it magical, 20 min walk to nearest beach access, good base if plan to ride / walk near by Paparoa and other trails

Stayed in January 2025

Non paying insects staying in the property. It was weird.

View, deck awesome, tv, many bed and chair options. Table tennis, it was weird

Stayed in January 2025

its a shame the view from the cottage was obstructed by the building in front

Stayed in January 2025

Beautiful location.

Stayed in December 2024

Doesn't have exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathroom

The view, the spot, the facilities, dark sky

Stayed in November 2024

No complaints for a 1 night stopover

Space, view - quirky but fun

Stayed in March 2024

Great location, quiet, beautiful sunsets, good kitchen. Good views, clean cottage

Stayed in March 2024

Kitchen needs some attention for a group of 7 not a decent pot to cook in a little more thought put into crockery just odds n sods .need to be alerted to the fact won't have a laundry .The manager was lovely enough to allow us to have access but usually not.

View was stunning very worth while.Over all a lovely stay but needs a few little things thought out .😃🌹

Stayed in March 2024

The Rataview has a big deck overlooking the sea and offers great sunsets but the 2 bedrooms Rata cottage is located behind the Rataview and has no front seaview. No shops around, make sure you bring all you need with you. The only dinner option is at the Pancakes site.

Very pleasant stay, cottage is welcoming, all nice and clean.

Stayed in February 2024

Bedroom right beside the kitchen cooktop. Whereas rangehood not working effectively.

The view! Sunset right in front of the stay and value of money.

Stayed in February 2024

It was extraordinary- huge. A former restaurant with fabulous views.

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing views and facilities, we had a great time.

Stayed in January 2024

Easy to find, comfy house and beds. Enjoyed the surroundings.

Stayed in November 2023