This was just the most ideal place for our group of 14. Romantic and secluded cabins amongst the trees for some, intriguing attic spaces for others and a big deck with stunning views for everyone to relax on. Beautifully clean and well maintained. Everything we needed in the kitchen - loved the excess of fridge space. Used the out door fire. Leanne and Angus welcomed us and looked after us well - ready to help with planning our stay and getting contacts for local tourist operators.We also loved the eco aspect of it. Tokomaru Bay is utterly charming - gorgeous beach, interesting industrial archeology, yesteryear feel to the village, great local pub for family dining - Te Puka Tavern, galleries. We enjoyed a good walk behind the lodge up Marotiri for gorgeous views of the Bay - some of us made it to the top for even better views.
We arranged to get transported some way up Mt Hikurangi (1hr 15 to the carpark), were given a short tour of the stunning Pou (truely works of art worth visiting) and then climbed the mountain. This was one of many highlights for our stay. For reasonably fit and fearless people but you can also just do the tour and walk some of the way up for stunning views.
We had hoped to do a bit more surfing but the sea stayed stubborning serene. Still got out to surf and bogey board and found the surf easier at Anauru Bay only 20 mins drive away.
Overall this was the most amazingly relaxing holiday I've had in a long time in the beautifully appointed lodge. I unreservedly recommend!!