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Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage!

Vacation home in Tolaga Bay with kitchen

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
  • Place, Cooks Cove Walkway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tokomaru Bay
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Puia Springs
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage!

Enjoy the beautiful Uawa River from this cute 3 bedroom cottage with modern amenities. Situated opposite the river it’s the perfect spot for river activities, with plenty of off street parking for the boat / or jetski and is 10 minutes drive from the popular Cooks Cove walk. The house comfortably sleeps 7. Fans are in each bedroom and aircon / heating is available. 10minutes walk to the Tolaga Bay shops and pub. An additional studio is available for larger groupsby arrangement (extra charges apply). This place has all the ingredients for a relaxing riverside stay!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Next to a river. Ensure supervision of kids!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
You will need to take your rubbish with you as there is no rubbish collection service. Some blue rubbish stickers are provided to drop rubbish off to the tip. See GDC website for opening hours.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property # 9933108ha

About the neighborhood

Tolaga Bay

Tolaga Bay is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cooks Cove Walkway and Tokomaru Bay.
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Tolaga Bay, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Cooks Cove Walkway - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Tokomaru Bay - 24 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Te Puia Springs - 31 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Wainui Beach - 42 min drive - 61.4 km
  • Midway Beach - 51 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tolaga Bay Fish Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Uawa cafe - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great river views from this cute modernised and homely cottage! located?

Situated in Tolaga Bay, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Cooks Cove Walkway and within 32 mi (52 km) of Tokomaru Bay and Makorori Beach. Makorori Headland Trailhead and Okitu Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best accommodation in Tolaga Bay

Very modern and clean house with everything you need (including wifi) with great views over the Uawa River to the hills. Great communication with owner and easy check in. Best place in Tolaga
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great bach in a lovely setting!

Had a fantastic stay in a well equiped bach with a beautiful view. Thanks Laura.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolaga Bay river side house

The house is perfect for families, in a lovely neighbourhood with views to the river. There is plenty of space out the back the house with a large lawn. It had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute bliss

We stayed for 4 nights and we didnt want to leave. This place was absolutely mind blowing and the weather was beautiful. We timed it right!! We will be back again for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matariki in Uawa

Had an awesome stay at this whare. Beautiful views of Uawa in the morning. Lovely home. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean warm perfect for us! Having stayed in Tolaga Bay for the last 13 years in holiday homes I can honestly say this was by far the best accommodation we have ever had in Tolaga Bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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