Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra
122 Charles Avenue, Minnamurra
Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra - 4pm check out Sundays and Public Holidays, except Summer Season
Enjoy waterside living from the wonderful Minnamurra home. Sit back on the deck and watch the river change with the tides or explore the nearby sand bar and Mystics Beach. All the amenities you could need are close by, making Riverside Cottage the perfect base to explore the Illawarra and surrounds. If you are travelling with family or friends, check out Riverside Studio. And, for those guests with an EV there is a Tesla compatible charger on site.
Please note -
Riverside Studio next door is also available for holiday letting. If you have are travelling with friends or family you may like to book the studio as well. It sleeps 4.
Where will I be?
Riverside Cottage has direct access to Minnamurra River. Within easy walking distance you will find cafes and the Minnamurra train station. It is a 3 minute drive to the local IGA, liquor shop and takeaways.
Why choose Riverside Cottage?
Location, location, location! You have everything you could need for your holiday at the tip of your fingers. The Minnamurra River is literally on your doorstep and local amenities are a short walk or drive away.
How is the property laid out?
The cottage has an open plan kitchen living and dining area. The kitchen is equipped with a built in oven, induction cook top, microwave and dishwasher. The living area opens onto the outdoor undercover area. There is a bedroom with a queen bed, air conditioner, ceiling fan and bathroom with a walk in shower. The kitchen has a Nespresso pod coffee machine.
WiFi, Netflix, Pay TV - will I have it?
This property provides complimentary WiFi and a password will be provided in your pre-arrival email, or will be available at the property. Please note however that neither the agency nor the owner can guarantee 100% that the WiFi will work, and no compensation will be payable if problematic. If important, please therefore always have a back up plan.
What about outdoors?
Riverside Cottage is directly on the Minnamurra River. Surf Beach and the bird sanctuary are across the river, and can be accessed via the sand bank at low tide.
Staying warm or keeping cool?
There is underfloor heating and a combustion fire to keep you warm through the winter. The bedroom also has split system air conditioning and a ceiling fan. Finally, the doors and windows have fly screens so you catch the breeze in the summer.
What about sheets, towels and other supplies?
Sheets, pillows, doonas, linen and bath towels are provided at this property. Please however bring your favourite beach towel!
Parking for cars, boats etc?
There is under cover off street parking for one car.
Is my dog or cat also welcome to stay?
Riverside Cottage is a pet friendly property, however please note that the Minnamurra River is not a pet off leash area and dogs are not allowed to swim in the river, or along its banks. You will need to keep you dog on the property or walk it elsewhere. Your pet stay is also subject to the following rules, please:
Please do not allow wet or dirty dogs in or through the house
Absolutely no dogs on the furniture or in the bedrooms
Please bag and dispose of doggy waste appropriately
What are the minimum stay rules?
- Summer Season: Between 2 and 7 nights, depending on the property
- Easter: 4 nights
- Long Weekends: 3 nights
- All other times: 2 nights
Are there any special Summer Season rules?
Please note that during Summer Season, our properties may have designated changeover days so as to make the cleaning rosters manageable. We also do not schedule arrivals on the Christmas, Boxing, and New Years Day public holidays.
About The Holidays Collection
This property is professionally managed by a dedicated holiday rental agency with offices in Gerringong, Hyams Beach and Bowral. We have over 270 properties in Kiama, Gerringong, Gerroa, Berry, Huskisson, Vincentia, Hyams Beach and the Southern Highlands. We offer guests 24/7 customer service - emergency calls only after hours, please.
STRA Permit ID: PID-STRA-26638
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom
- BBQ
- Bedrooms
- Ceiling Fan
- Coffee Machine: pod machine
- Combustion Fire
- Covered Outdoor Area
- Dishes and Cutlery
- Essentials
- EV Charger
- Floor Heating
- Free Parking: on premises
- Free Parking: Street
- Freezer
- Hot Water
- Kettle
- Kitchen
- Linen + Towels
- Ocean view
- Outdoor furniture
- Parking
- Pets Welcome
- Porch/Deck
- Private Entrance
- Refrigerator
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Smoke alarm
- Stove
- Television
- Toaster
- Views
- Water view
- Wi-Fi
Reviews
Great place to chilax
Karen G - 14th September 2024What an absolute stunning place to be able to stay. Right on the very clean, pristine waterfront of the minnamurra river. Wonderful to just relax & watch the bird life fly by. Wish I was lucky enough to own such a beautiful spot. Will be back
Cottage
catherine b - 27th February 2024Superb as always…
Excellent
Louise T - 7th November 2023Gorgeous location and property Great views Well equipped Our 2nd visit and hope it’s not our last
Absolutely amazing!
Johnathon S - 24th July 2023This place is an absolute gem. Really easy booking, friendly and helpful staff, Jaw dropping river views and great location, I highly recommend riverside cottage and will definitely be booking it again soon.
Water front beauty
Jen S - 26th May 2023This place was awesome to stay at, has everything you need including external laundry facilities. Morning sunrises are superb, go fishing any time you like. Very comfortable bed and plenty of wood to keep the fire place going, such a private hidden gem. Delightfully simple booking process , will definitely stay again.
Amazing
Sandra M - 25th April 2023Beautiful position on the river,amazing views, Will definitely be going back
A perfect retreat...
Alyson H - 16th April 2023Once again (third time) we have had a lovely stay at Riverside Cottage. A spotless interior, a well-equipped kitchen and good quality accessories all round (cutlery, china, bed linen/bath towels etc), this is our very favourite home away from home. The property was well-fenced for the security of our dog who also enjoys the location.
Paradise
Carol A - 12th February 2023A beautiful property in a magical place. Everything you need for a perfect getaway. I will be back. The best part was walking off the back deck into the water. It was paradise.
Amazing location
Louise T - 24th November 2022Fabulous location and views Beautiful place to stay Well equipped, comfortable and clean We really enjoyed our stay as did our dog.
Lovely cottage in a perfect location
Craig S - 6th July 2022My wife and I, together with our Groodle dog, Coco, stayed at this lovely cottage located in Minnamurra in late May 2022.
Weekend getaway on the water
Peter R - 27th April 2022Minnamurra is only 1.5 hours drive from Sydney and this cottage is the perfect weekend relaxation getaway. Fully renovated it has everything you need for a comfortable scenic weekend right by the water.
Updates needed
SUZY R - 11th November 2021I love staying here so much! I make sure we get down at least twice a year.
A real gem!
Alyson H - 5th July 2021We had the most wonderful stay at Riverside Cottage even though there were some renovations going on outdoors. The cottage was extremely well equipped with good quality fittings and equipment. It was clean, cosy and super convenient, allowing us to come and go easily into Kiama Downs for grocery shopping and into Kiama proper where our children live. We enjoyed it so much that we've booked again for a stay in September!
This place far exceeded my expectations. From sitting out the front by the waters edge, watching the grabs, little fish and stingray go by, to kayaking up the river and over to the beach, to the coziness of the cottage itself... I assure you, you will not be disappointed with your stay here. Absolutely gorgeous!!! We will 100% be back!!!
This spot was just idyllic! The sun came out on our last day so the 4pm check out came in handy! It was also great to be able to use the SUP, kayak and canoe!
Craig’s place is well set out and provides everything you need for an enjoyable stay. It’s the nicest place I’ve stayed that allows you to take your furry friend. I really don’t want to write too much as I don’t want to make this hidden gem public. Minnamurra river is beautiful and it has a real community feel. Minnamurra is a well maintained suburb. It offers the essential shops and access to great coastal walks. Kiama is near by if you need more. We have a new favourite place and will definitely be back.
best on the river
Helen T - 26th February 2021We think this one bedroom place is the best on the river. Just a few stairs down to the river to walk across to the sandbank at low tide and enjoy swimming at high tide. The deck is well set up with table chairs and BBQ - perfect for watching the sun rise and set, plus the procession of others enjoying the river. The apartment is clean and well furnished. We love this place and will be back. Our dog had a wonderful time too - swimming, playing on the sand, watching fish. Perfect!
Can not wait to return to the cottage, perfect location, perfect stay.
Fantastic location on the Minnamurra River, great amenities and a perfect spot for a weekender
Loved it!!
Amal A - 8th February 2021My husband & I absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful property. It just felt so perfect for a couple! Beautiful views, great atmosphere, and the house provided all necessities. This was by far our favourite stay, and appreciate the great service we received upon arrival & throughout the stay. Thank you so much! We’ll definitely be coming back!
This was our second stay at Riverside Cottage and it won’t be our last. Spectacular location and amenities. Kitchen is really well equipped, comfortable bed, lovely shower and fantastic undercover patio with good size table and chairs. Did I mention the new Weber Q? The owners have not skimped and it shows. Netflix and WIFI. Nespresso coffee machine available but bring your own pods. See you soon.
This modest cottage is three steps from the Minnamurra River. With sunny weather it would be a dream location. In the rain it was a little diminished as the outside awning wasn’t waterproof so everything was wet the whole time, trapping us inside. Bar for some cleaning implements left in the shower, it was neatly presented. The sofa could do with replacing, but I otherwise was happy with the furnishings. I loved all the area-specific art, particularly the aerial photos of the river mouth so you could see where the sand banks were. The kitchen was well-equipped and nicely presented. We did have a problem with the septic system not flushing well and this adding an unpleasant smell necessitating air conditioning all weekend. I am told this will be attended to. Would recommend despite hiccups.
Loved our stay! Cannot wait to come back!
A well appointed cottage - the outlook and position on the River could not be bettered (unless you were staying on a houseboat!) So relaxing just sitting and watching the River with its amazing tidal changes, and the wildlife passing by. A choice of watercraft on hand . . . we used the canoe
Wow this place is magic. Only metres from the river with an amazing view & easy access to get in the water. Great facilities in the cottage. Comfortable bed & furniture & newly renovated. The use of stand up paddle board, fishing kayak, canoe etc. a big plus! Loved our stay & would recommend as a couple & our miniature poodle loved it too.
Wow
Louise A - 26th November 2020Beautiful view of the Minnamurra River that continually changes from morning to night. Lovely set out cottage for a couple & their miniature poodle. Comfortable bed, great shower, luxe linen & towels & all modern kitchen facilities for your use. The access to the river is something very special to have outside your door with use of paddle board, kayak, canoe or dinghy. We love the getaway!
What a gem of a property! We had the most incredible weekend in mirramurra. The cottage was literally on the water and had amazing views. Such a beautiful spot. The kitchen was very well equipped. All in all a fantastic weekend and we will definitely be returning !
We had such a lovely stay at riverside cottage. We could tell from the photos that it was going to be close to the water, but we had no idea how lovely it would be - waking up looking out on the river, swimming straight from the deck & canoeing down to the beach. We really hope to come back!
A delightful well equipped place!
Barbara - 14th September 2020Perfect for 2 people and with fantastic views over the water from a great covered deck.
We will be back!
Anonymous - 30th August 2020Loved our little getaway.
We would love to return!
Anonymous - 26th August 2020A clean property with great amenities and an amazing view! We will recommend it to others.
We loved our stay.
Anonymous - 23rd August 2020Riverside Cottage is in a great location. It is very quiet. Good amenities in the kitchen for self catering. We will be back!
Delightful Private Spot
Anonymous - 12th August 2020Lovely to be back & already planning our nest visit.
Wonderful to be back
Kate - 19th March 2020Really enjoyed staying at this lovely cottage in THE most amazing location, at the rivers edge. So relaxing. Look forward to my next stay.
Wonderful
FilD - 4th March 2020Wonderful. Well appointed, clean and functional, plus what a location.
Amazing!!!!
CateB - 14th February 2020Amazing!.... Would 100% but this place if i could!!!
Unbeatable Location
Jenny - 9th December 2019Unbeatable location. Well appointed. Very comfortable. .
Didn't want to leave.. again!
Suzy - 9th December 2019Glorious spot, love hanging out by the water, great walks nearby and so close to Kiama.. Can't wait to return again!
Offers everything!
MelindaD - 9th December 2019Offers everything, incredible situation. .
Fabulous spot!
PetreaK - 9th December 2019Fabulous spot, private, clean, and great for our two dogs who'd never seen the water.
Great location, great place!
CrystalR - 9th September 2019Great location, great place! Only regret - not booking stay for longer. Will definitely be back again. Thank you!!
Wonderful
KateB - 11th April 2019Well appointed cottage in a quiet and peaceful location - Wonderful!
Fantastic spot, some annoyances
HelenT - 24th March 2019Light switches too hard to work. DVD wasn't connected.
Excellent
Saiba - 7th March 2019Excellent location and very comfortable home. We would recommend this property!
Perfect location and accomodation
Sabz - 4th March 2019Second time staying at the Riverside cottage and it was just as good as the first. The location speaks for itself while you do as much or as little as you wish with so many amenities at hand including a paddle board, dinghy and canoe all for use. The cottage itself is perfectly clean and tidy with a well equiped kitchen. Bring everything you need with you and kick back and watch the tides change from the doorstep. Thanks again for having Astro and I again, we will be back!
Pulls the heart strings!
Michael - 4th February 2019Once again a stay here has made us forget the troubles of the world. We can never get enough of just watching and enjoying the activities on the river. The cottage has everything we want and need. Perfect!
Stunning
SuzyR - 7th December 2018A stunning location! Place was perfect for me, everything was new and clean - Can't wait to book again!
I didn’t want to leave!!!
Suzy - 2nd December 2018Absolutely stunning, thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the cosy cottage right on the water. Can’t wait to get go back!
Perfect location and home
Sabz - 23rd November 2018Clean, well equiped humble little cottage, plenty to see and do with the street changing views. My dog and I had a great stay
Enjoyed
ErinaI - 25th September 2018We enjoyed Riverside Cottage very much. Well done.