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Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10100 sq ft
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Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
- Place, Cooks Cove Walkway3 min drive
- Place, Tokomaru Bay28 min drive
- Place, Te Puia Springs36 min drive
- Airport, Gisborne (GIS)62 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Cabin
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix
If you are here for mahi, tangi or a breather, this bach wraps you in warm comfort. A place to unwind, recharge and exhale after a long day.
🌞 Free WiFi
🍿 Free Netflix
❄️ Air con (main house)
🌻 Fully fenced
🍳 Full kitchen
🚿 Strong shower
Cosy, peaceful rooms in a older style home to help you rest and reset. Sleeps 7-10 across the house and cabin. Cabin built 2025.
The cabin is included for bookings of 8+ guests. For bookings under 8, use of the cabin will incur an extra cleaning fee.
☀️ TLDR
🏡 Clean, comfy 3-bed older style 70s bach
❄️ Air con for hot days and sticky nights
🚿 Strong shower with that “wash the day away” feel
📶 Free WiFi
🍿 Free Netflix
🛏️ Sleeps 7 in the house and 3 in the cabin
👶 Fully fenced section for kids
🅿️ Plenty of parking on site
🌴 Ideal for mahi, tangi, time outs or quiet escapes
🏠 True bach living with cosy, restful rooms
🐴 A Little About Us
We are a busy equestrian family and often away most weekends from November to Easter for comps. Because we cannot always manage same day changeovers while out of town, some weekends have a 2-night minimum. If you need a 1-night stay, send us a message and we will try our best to help.
🏠 The Space
A classic coasty bach that is cosy, simple and compact. The house sleeps 7 and the cabin adds room for 3 more. While there are enough beds for 10, the bach itself is smaller, so expect close-quarter living. It stays cool in summer, feels relaxed and has everything you need for an easy, comfortable stay. Great for workers, whānau gatherings, tangi downtime or anyone needing a gentle coasty reset.
Cosy, peaceful rooms in a older style home to help you rest and reset. Sleeps 7-10 across the house and cabin. Cabin built 2025.
The cabin is included for bookings of 8+ guests. For bookings under 8, use of the cabin will incur an extra cleaning fee.
🛋️ Lounge
Big couch, two La-Z-Boys, smart TV, free Netflix, fireplace and air con. Cool when it is hot, warm when it is not.
🍳 Kitchen
Fridge/freezer, 5-burner gas hob and electric oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, air fryer, rice cooker, slow cooker, electric frypan, Nutribullet, egg beater and all the basics like pots, pans, trays and platters. Make a feed or bake something comforting. Your call.
🍽️ Dining
Table and 4 chairs for dinner, cards or yarns.
🛁 Bathroom / Laundry
The shower is in the laundry (or the laundry is in the shower, depending on how you look at it). Strong water pressure for that “reset yourself” moment. Toilet, vanity, body wash, shampoo and conditioner supplied. Washing machine, dryer and outdoor clothesline for sun-dried freshness.
🛏️ Bedrooms
Room 1 has two king singles with a single trundler, dresser and wardrobe.
Room 2 has a queen bed, desk and chair, wardrobe and dresser.
Room 3 has a double bed with a wardrobe and dresser.
The cabin has a double bed, a king single and a dresser. It is warm and bright with insulation and double glazing.
Rooms are compact but comfortable. Linen, towels and essentials are provided, with warm blankets on the beds for cooler nights. Extra pillows and blankets are in the wardrobes if you need something a bit more cosy during your stay.
🚪 Guest Access
Guests have full access to the house, section, and outdoor areas. It’s all yours to enjoy with no shared spaces.
Self check-in is easy with a lockbox by the door. The code will be sent to you automatically.
There’s plenty of parking on the property or on the front lawn, including room for a horse float, horse truck, trailer, log truck, or work vehicle if needed.
🌺 This is a classic coasty bach, cosy and simple, with compact bedrooms that keep everything close and easy. It is an older style home. Built in the 70s and quite retro. Some parts creak. We're working on slowly renovating the home. Please be kind.
🔊 The water pressure pump is outside the bathroom near Bedroom Three. It may turn on now and then, a small part of the bach’s rhythm that light sleepers might notice.
🌡️ The cabin is brand new, bright and tidy, with insulation and double glazing. It can warm up at night, so opening the windows helps keep it comfortable.
🧳 The house is compact, so packing light or using shared spaces for bags keeps things feeling breezy.
🐓 Fresh air, open skies and the occasional rooster, moo or neigh add to the coast’s relaxed charm.
🏡 The house is 70s retro with a few quirks, but it is clean, comfy and thoughtfully set up for an easy stay.
🕯️ Power cuts are rare but possible on the coast. Candles are in the pantry if you ever need them.
🌞 Free WiFi
🍿 Free Netflix
❄️ Air con (main house)
🌻 Fully fenced
🍳 Full kitchen
🚿 Strong shower
Cosy, peaceful rooms in a older style home to help you rest and reset. Sleeps 7-10 across the house and cabin. Cabin built 2025.
The cabin is included for bookings of 8+ guests. For bookings under 8, use of the cabin will incur an extra cleaning fee.
☀️ TLDR
🏡 Clean, comfy 3-bed older style 70s bach
❄️ Air con for hot days and sticky nights
🚿 Strong shower with that “wash the day away” feel
📶 Free WiFi
🍿 Free Netflix
🛏️ Sleeps 7 in the house and 3 in the cabin
👶 Fully fenced section for kids
🅿️ Plenty of parking on site
🌴 Ideal for mahi, tangi, time outs or quiet escapes
🏠 True bach living with cosy, restful rooms
🐴 A Little About Us
We are a busy equestrian family and often away most weekends from November to Easter for comps. Because we cannot always manage same day changeovers while out of town, some weekends have a 2-night minimum. If you need a 1-night stay, send us a message and we will try our best to help.
🏠 The Space
A classic coasty bach that is cosy, simple and compact. The house sleeps 7 and the cabin adds room for 3 more. While there are enough beds for 10, the bach itself is smaller, so expect close-quarter living. It stays cool in summer, feels relaxed and has everything you need for an easy, comfortable stay. Great for workers, whānau gatherings, tangi downtime or anyone needing a gentle coasty reset.
Cosy, peaceful rooms in a older style home to help you rest and reset. Sleeps 7-10 across the house and cabin. Cabin built 2025.
The cabin is included for bookings of 8+ guests. For bookings under 8, use of the cabin will incur an extra cleaning fee.
🛋️ Lounge
Big couch, two La-Z-Boys, smart TV, free Netflix, fireplace and air con. Cool when it is hot, warm when it is not.
🍳 Kitchen
Fridge/freezer, 5-burner gas hob and electric oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, air fryer, rice cooker, slow cooker, electric frypan, Nutribullet, egg beater and all the basics like pots, pans, trays and platters. Make a feed or bake something comforting. Your call.
🍽️ Dining
Table and 4 chairs for dinner, cards or yarns.
🛁 Bathroom / Laundry
The shower is in the laundry (or the laundry is in the shower, depending on how you look at it). Strong water pressure for that “reset yourself” moment. Toilet, vanity, body wash, shampoo and conditioner supplied. Washing machine, dryer and outdoor clothesline for sun-dried freshness.
🛏️ Bedrooms
Room 1 has two king singles with a single trundler, dresser and wardrobe.
Room 2 has a queen bed, desk and chair, wardrobe and dresser.
Room 3 has a double bed with a wardrobe and dresser.
The cabin has a double bed, a king single and a dresser. It is warm and bright with insulation and double glazing.
Rooms are compact but comfortable. Linen, towels and essentials are provided, with warm blankets on the beds for cooler nights. Extra pillows and blankets are in the wardrobes if you need something a bit more cosy during your stay.
🚪 Guest Access
Guests have full access to the house, section, and outdoor areas. It’s all yours to enjoy with no shared spaces.
Self check-in is easy with a lockbox by the door. The code will be sent to you automatically.
There’s plenty of parking on the property or on the front lawn, including room for a horse float, horse truck, trailer, log truck, or work vehicle if needed.
🌺 This is a classic coasty bach, cosy and simple, with compact bedrooms that keep everything close and easy. It is an older style home. Built in the 70s and quite retro. Some parts creak. We're working on slowly renovating the home. Please be kind.
🔊 The water pressure pump is outside the bathroom near Bedroom Three. It may turn on now and then, a small part of the bach’s rhythm that light sleepers might notice.
🌡️ The cabin is brand new, bright and tidy, with insulation and double glazing. It can warm up at night, so opening the windows helps keep it comfortable.
🧳 The house is compact, so packing light or using shared spaces for bags keeps things feeling breezy.
🐓 Fresh air, open skies and the occasional rooster, moo or neigh add to the coast’s relaxed charm.
🏡 The house is 70s retro with a few quirks, but it is clean, comfy and thoughtfully set up for an easy stay.
🕯️ Power cuts are rare but possible on the coast. Candles are in the pantry if you ever need them.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is no cot, portacot or bassinette available
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Tolaga Bay
Located in Tolaga Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cooks Cove Walkway and Tokomaru Bay. Waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
What's nearby
- Cooks Cove Walkway - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Tokomaru Bay - 28 min drive - 42.8 km
- Te Puia Springs - 36 min drive - 55.4 km
- Wainui Beach - 50 min drive - 60.4 km
- Gisborne Harbour - 56 min drive - 66.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Uawa cafe - 13 min walk
- Tolaga Bay Fish Shop - 11 min walk
- J and A's Corner Cafe - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
14 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Peter
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tomi L.
14 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tomi L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Susan P.
9 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samuel S.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely Place to stay
Samuel S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly M.
20 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Tanya U.
21 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Tolaga Bay
Tanya U.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
16 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wendy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Numia
11 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Numia
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Larissa
Kia ora! My family and I live on a rural lifestyle block on the East Coast, making the most of life with our three kids, plenty of cats and dogs, and a love for the outdoors.
Why they chose this property
We’re coasties! Born and bred in Tolaga Bay, where the ocean meets the land, and life is as real as it gets. This isn’t just a place we live; it’s a way of life. Out here on the East Coast, things move a little slower, the air is fresher, and the people are as genuine as they come.
It’s a safe, family-friendly place, where kids grow up barefoot, riding bikes until the streetlights come on, and everyone knows your name. Sunrises over the bay are worth waking up for, and the night skies are untouched by city lights, offering a view of the stars you won’t find anywhere else.
This place has heart, history, and the kind of beauty you don’t just see—you feel. If you’re looking for a break from the noise of the world, this is it. Welcome to Tolaga Bay.
It’s a safe, family-friendly place, where kids grow up barefoot, riding bikes until the streetlights come on, and everyone knows your name. Sunrises over the bay are worth waking up for, and the night skies are untouched by city lights, offering a view of the stars you won’t find anywhere else.
This place has heart, history, and the kind of beauty you don’t just see—you feel. If you’re looking for a break from the noise of the world, this is it. Welcome to Tolaga Bay.
What makes this property unique
This is where the hustle pauses and the phone scrolling hits different. Whether you’re burnt out, heartbroken, here for work or a much-needed break — our cosy 3-bedroom cottage is your reset button.
This is the place where pants are optional, the WiFi is free, and the fireplace makes you sweaty...not your anxiety. Add a heat pump, free Netflix, high-pressure shower, and a full kitchen for sad girl soup or Sunday feeds — and you’ve got THE vibe.
It's lowkey chill for workers, tangi-goers, and anyone needing to just be...without judgement.
You’ll leave feeling lighter — or at least very well-rested.
This is the place where pants are optional, the WiFi is free, and the fireplace makes you sweaty...not your anxiety. Add a heat pump, free Netflix, high-pressure shower, and a full kitchen for sad girl soup or Sunday feeds — and you’ve got THE vibe.
It's lowkey chill for workers, tangi-goers, and anyone needing to just be...without judgement.
You’ll leave feeling lighter — or at least very well-rested.
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