'Villa Casa Maria' transports you to the tranquil hillsides of Tuscany, lovingly hand crafted mud brick farmhouse, with its own beautiful clear stoney bottom river winding through the property Arrive on your 7 acres of peaceful paradise surrounded by neighboring farmland. Set well back from the road down a winding drive, Villa Casa Maria, is surrounded with expansive lush green lawns and gardens, an amazing quiet waterside Oasis.
Amazing authentic Tuscan Farmhouse, large rustic beams, imported Terracotta roof, copper detailing, huge open wood fireplace, barn doors throughout, wrought iron detailing's.
Truly tranquil location nestled in the hillside by the Kaimai ranges; spring feed stoney bottom river winds its way around 3 sides of the farmhouse, open the window and fall asleep to the rivers amazing sounds
We even have glowworms under the river bank you can take a quick 100m walk too at night 😀 Headlamps provided
Many activities on your doorstep Fishing, Golfing, Tramping, Mountain Biking, Hot Springs, adrenalin activities and natural wonders galore or just relax at the beach.
Ideally for a special family getaway, honeymoon, or special occasion. Summer or winter, relax in the Mexican hammocks, listen to the tranquility of the river, read a book, take in the birdlife.
Alfresco dining under the expansive outdoor portico. Relax in the Mexican hammocks, dine alfresco in the garden, or undercover on the expansive portico.
Equally magical for a winter getaway, soak in the hot spa, ideally positioned for spotting bird life flying between the 300yr old puriri trees.
Endangered Kereru (Wood Pigion) Tuis, kingfisher, Parrots, while Pukeko and Pheasants wander the property.
Keep toasty warm with heat pumps throughout the house, or cool in summer.
Visit the nearby Kaimai ranges, enjoy the many activities the bay of plenty has to offer.
A central base to explore the Bay of plenty, Auckland motorway, Hamilton and Rotorua only 90 mins away Only 1hr 15mins from the famous Hobbiton movie set 35 mins from Tauranga, 45mins from Mt Maunganui . Waihi Beach 20 mins away, Whangamata 50 mins. Explore the local Kaimai ranges, Gold mines at Waihi, many beautiful beaches and hot springs.
All luxury bed Linen, towels, face clothes, bath robes.
Available to use during your stay.
Portable baby cot upto 3yrs and Highchair Giant Lawn Games, connect 4, Patonque, Crocket, lawn Badminton, Giant Jenga, pole tennis, cornhole and much more Unlimited Wi-Fi Board games Hundred of DVD's Spa Pool 3 Mexican hammocks, including a luxury double resort hammock by the river Luxury linen supplied for your stay, bedding, fuffy towels, bath robes etc.
Additional luxury Queen airbed with Linen you can place anywhere in the house.
Plenty of parking for the boat and toys.
Pets are welcome.
Security cameras operate on the entry to the property. Note Children are welcome, just keep in mind the river by the house, mostly 30-50cms deep in summer.
There are no child gates on the stairwells as the design doesn't make it practical
There is a small minor dwelling on the property, but this is about 25 meters from the main house, behind a barn on the other side of the driveway, the minor isn't visible from the house, with one elderly tenant, so you shouldn't hear or see her, she is very quiet.
Being a luxury retreat, the house is not suitable for parties or events. Only those on the booking can enter the property if not arranged prior, if you would like other people to visit, just let me know
For security, please send a copy of your ID when booking
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Strictly no parties or intoxication
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
About the area
Tahawai
Located in Tahawai, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Historical Athenree Homestead and Seddon St are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fairview Golf Course and Mills Reef Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Waihi Arts Centre & Museum and Goldfields Railway. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Is Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa ?
As of 21 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa on 2 May 2026 start from £212, 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.
How much is parking at Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Casa Maria Luxury Tuscan Villa located?
This family-friendly Tahawai villa is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Haiku Park and Katikati Murals. MacMillan Reserve and Wharawhara Track are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The house is very clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen supplies and the coffee provided have definitely made our stay very enjoyable. We highly recommend this property for anyone staying in the area.
Wow this Tuscan Villa is amazing as well as the one also in Whangamatā. The moment you walk in the door it has a wow factor. Four great bedrooms a kitchen made for a michalen chef with all the cooking facilities you need and a huge fridge/freezer. The sporting activities and games you can play on the beautiful lawn right by the little stream. A lot of bird life especially wood pigeons. A great place to celebrate a bit birthday 70th. Have already recommended to family and friends.
This place is well suited for a close family to stay and relax. The decor and the character of the villa has made it a very unique experience and we highly recommend reserving time to stay in the villa to truely submerge into the Tuscany living experience. The kitchen is fully functional and well stocked and superbly organised which makes cooking a meal at this place a very practical option which adds to the experience.
What a beautiful, tranquil hideaway. Fabulous hosts, good communication. Definitely coming back. Comfy beds, could not fault in anyway, except for shower head in second bathroom, kept falling down on head.
Libby K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2022
Thank you Libby, glad you enjoyed your stay so much :) thanks for letting me know about the shower head, will have alook today. Hope to see you all again soon
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villla Casa Maria! We were having a family get together and it was just perfect! The property was super clean when we got there, the check in process was simple and Sharlene made it very easy for us to find the place. The location and amenities went beyond our expectations.
It is the ideal place to getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy time with loved ones!
I would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking to have a fantastic vacation in the midst of nature!
Only 3 of us stayed here, so it was way more room than we needed, but I'm so glad we booked it. Everything was absolutely lovely. The pictures don't do it justice. Very comfortable beds, spotlessly clean, and everything you could possibly need for a family holiday or a large group of friends. Pictures don't do it justice.
on arrival from the driveway good impression of house and gardens. Found the tuscan style of house abit dark inside during the daytime. We all enjoyed playing the lawn games provided
We can’t talk highly enough of the property or Sharlene! The house was even better than the photos, absolutely perfect and had any ammenities you could think of or want. The location was awesome, and so close to lots of options on the days we spent away from the house. The icing on the cake was that we could have our family dogs with us on Christmas.
Highly recommend, we all loved our stay!
Absolutely stunning 😍 Beautiful, clean and well stocked. 10/10 all round.
A beautiful 4 bedroom 2 bathroom villa with great views, hot tub, games room, massive DVD collection, netflix, sky, unlimited wifi. The beds were super comfy for us! Thank you for having us over.
This property is amazing. It is truly relaxing staying in such a beautiful property with birds chirping and a river running through the property. The communication with the owner was easy and helpful. We couldn't have asked for more.
Be booked this house as a place to gather for a 50th birthday reunion. The weekend was always going to be wonderful, but this beautiful house made it phenomenal. Warm, inviting, luxurious and stocked with everything we needed. We were sorry to leave, and will definitely return.
The villa is excellent for family getogethers and sharing time with friends. We celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary with our family. When we arrived we immediately felt chilled and de-stressed. Lots of different spaces for adults, teens children and family dogs. The hosts were excellent communicators and answered any questions we had within minutes. We would like to spend time at your other holiday properties
Had an amazing time. The farmhouse was fabulous. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the spa pool and the stream and the peaceful setting. Plenty of space for the whole family including the dogs. Thanks for letting us stay. Robyn
This property had everything for a lovely relaxing quiet escape. The house was very clean and very very comfortable. Enough room for everyone to have their own space but still spent quality together time. We loved the lawn games, the spa and all the movies. The veranda was amazing and you can be outside in any weather. The beautiful surroundings and birds made for hours of relaxation. Communication was great and instructions were easy to check in and out. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to return.
Incredible property! One of the best we’ve stayed in. The highlight is the covered patio because rain or shine you can enjoy the ample sitting areas, hammock and of course the spa pool! The portion of the roof over the spa pool is clear so makes for great stargazing or just getting some sun. Amazing and well stocked kitchen meant for a chef so bring all your ingredients and forget about eating out. Great communication with the host. Close to Tauranga for an easy day trip but honestly why would you leave this place! Hope to be back soon.