Title: Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast Vacation home in Wollongong with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast ![Outdoor dining - Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast (Minnamurra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35070000/35069100/35069061/13c41b98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services - Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast (Minnamurra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35070000/35069100/35069061/19f5d87f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast (Minnamurra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35070000/35069100/35069061/e34b1c66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast (Minnamurra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35070000/35069100/35069061/0819edda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast (Minnamurra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35070000/35069100/35069061/5b579ff6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Enjoy waterside living at Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra. Sit back on the deck and watch the river change with the tides or explore nearby sand bar and Mystics Beach. With direct access to Minnamurra River, an open plan kitchen, Nespresso pod coffee machine, undercover outdoor area and WiFi you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra - 4pm check out Sundays and Public Holidays, except Summer Season Enjoy absolute waterside living from the wonderful Minnamurra Riverside Cottage. 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 on the same property to expand the sleeping and accommodation by up to a further 4\. And, for those guests with an EV there is a Tesla compatible charger on site. 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? There are outdoor dining facilities, deck chairs and both wood and gas BBQs. Riverside Cottage is directly on the Minnamurra River. Surf Beach and the bird sanctuary are across the river, and can be accessed via boat, paddle board or 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, and space for a boat. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101240000/101230600/101230505/6bc108fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adelong - golf and beach lover’s dream Kiama Downs - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews $781 nightly $781 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=101230505&PinnedHotelID=101230505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30800000/30790100/30790075/1b9a5395.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront House with direct access to the Beach. 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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 Registration Number PID-STRA-26638, 2533 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Riverside Cottage Minnamurra 4pm Checkout Sundays Riverside Cottage 4pm Checkout Sundays Riverside Minnamurra 4pm Checkout Sundays Riverside 4pm Checkout Sundays Cottage Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra - 4pm Checkout on Sundays! Riverside 4pm Checkout Sundays 45\_169 Riverside Cottage Minnamurra 4pm Checkout on Sundays! ## About the neighborhood Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Minnamurra, a neighborhood in Wollongong. Kiama Bowling & Recreation Club and Links Shell Cove Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kiama Seaside Markets and Stocklands Shellharbour. Natural Necessity and Jamberoo Action Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Wollongong travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Wollongong.dx10427) [View more Vacation Homes in Wollongong](https://www.expedia.com/Wollongong-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10427-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-34.62631%2C150.85532&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NNPA9pkP4bAtEH9i6ezbKJ3qMGg=) Minnamurra, NSW ### What's nearby - ![This location has been on my bucket list for quite a long time. It is readily accessible at low tide by a short walk along Jones Beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633876967997/a3926ad0-6a07-48e6-b3f0-37359d984133.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cathedral Rocks 4 min drive \- 2.0 miles - ![The #Kiama Blowhole in full cry during a large SE swell. The visual is pretty epic but the sound of this explosion is the real treat. Feel the energy of nature 🙏 #stimages2016roadtrip #seeaustralia @visitnsw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7610/ad096b69-0d6e-4b0c-a616-4ccb8f6deec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiama Blowhole 8 min drive \- 4.8 miles - Jones Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Kiama Surf Beach 8 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Easts Beach 10 min drive \- 6.7 miles ### Getting around - Minnamurra Station 4 min walk - Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - By The Sea 7 min drive - Short Black Coffee 7 min drive - Get Stuffed 8 min drive - The Hungry Monkey 7 min drive - Georgia Rose 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast? ### What time is check-out at Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast? ### Where is Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Riverside Cottage, Minnamurra, South Coast Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda E. Apr 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magic Location Who could ask for more, on the river's edge, can swim at high tide and low tide, easy swim across the river to an easy track through bushland to the beach on the other side. Simple, private accommodation. Amazing, beautiful place. ##### Rhonda E. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane w. Oct 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smell the tranquility Just sublime -peaceful and inspiring ##### Jane w. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### michael r. Feb 20, 2020 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### mini break Position was great but no privacy The floor mats are very very dirty I think the fridge should be cleaned out and also food cupboards ##### michael r. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Feb 1, 2019 #### Pulls the heart strings! Once 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! ##### Michael This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzy Dec 1, 2018 #### I didn’t want to leave!!! Absolutely stunning, thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the cosy cottage right on the water. Can’t wait to get go back! ##### Suzy This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### SuzyR Dec 1, 2018 #### Stunning A stunning location! Place was perfect for me, everything was new and clean - Can't wait to book again! ##### SuzyR This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabz Nov 1, 2018 #### Perfect location and home Clean, well equiped humble little cottage, plenty to see and do with the street changing views. My dog and I had a great stay ##### Sabz This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### ErinaI Sep 1, 2018 #### Enjoyed We enjoyed Riverside Cottage very much. 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