10/10 Excellent
Tanya U.
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Tolaga Bay
Tanya U.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Retro & Rural š” East Coast Getaway | Highway 35
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
- Cooks Cove WalkwayāŖ4 min driveā¬
- Tokomaru BayāŖ26 min driveā¬
- Midway BeachāŖ53 min driveā¬
- Gisborne (GIS)āŖ57 min driveā¬
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
3 half bathrooms
Bathroom
Towels provided Ā· Bathtub or shower
Separate Shower
Soap Ā· Towels provided Ā· Shower only Ā· Shampoo
Separate Toilet
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Retro & Rural š” East Coast Getaway | Highway 35
š” Uawa Stay | Coast, Kai & Chilled Vibes
Come stay in Uawa, Tolaga Bay ā where life moves nice and slow.
Wake up to native birds, take a quick trip to the beach, and enjoy that real East Coast feel.
Bring the whÄnau ā weāve got space for everyone.
3 bedrooms, a cosy lounge, and a fully fenced yard so the kids can run free.
š½ļø Kitchenās simple but sorted ā oven, stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, airfryer, slow cooker, a few extra appliances, plus basic pantry essentials.
šŗ Smart TV, free WiFi, and HDMI ports if youāre bringing a console.
āļø Warm and comfy for winter with heating and electric blankets.
šļø Beds are fully made with linen, pillows, and blankets ā just show up.
š§¼ Shampoo, conditioner, and bodywash provided in pump bottles.
šæ Full bathroom and separate laundry with washer and dryer.
š Free on-site parking with room for a trailer, float, or heavy vehicle.
š Hit the beach, go for a fish, walk the iconic Tolaga Bay Wharf ā all just minutes away.
šæ Quiet, rural, and real ā away from the noise, but still close to what matters.
Whether youāre here to connect with whÄnau, chill and breathe, or just passing through on Highway 35, this is your spot to rest and reset.
š Easy, relaxed, and real ā Nau mai, haere mai!
This is a pet-free property ā thanks for understanding!
Come stay in Uawa, Tolaga Bay ā where life moves nice and slow.
Wake up to native birds, take a quick trip to the beach, and enjoy that real East Coast feel.
Bring the whÄnau ā weāve got space for everyone.
3 bedrooms, a cosy lounge, and a fully fenced yard so the kids can run free.
š½ļø Kitchenās simple but sorted ā oven, stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, airfryer, slow cooker, a few extra appliances, plus basic pantry essentials.
šŗ Smart TV, free WiFi, and HDMI ports if youāre bringing a console.
āļø Warm and comfy for winter with heating and electric blankets.
šļø Beds are fully made with linen, pillows, and blankets ā just show up.
š§¼ Shampoo, conditioner, and bodywash provided in pump bottles.
šæ Full bathroom and separate laundry with washer and dryer.
š Free on-site parking with room for a trailer, float, or heavy vehicle.
š Hit the beach, go for a fish, walk the iconic Tolaga Bay Wharf ā all just minutes away.
šæ Quiet, rural, and real ā away from the noise, but still close to what matters.
Whether youāre here to connect with whÄnau, chill and breathe, or just passing through on Highway 35, this is your spot to rest and reset.
š Easy, relaxed, and real ā Nau mai, haere mai!
This is a pet-free property ā thanks for understanding!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0ā17
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
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
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
Tolaga Bay is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cooks Cove Walkway and Tokomaru Bay.
Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
What's nearby
- Cooks Cove Walkway - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Tokomaru Bay - 26 min drive - 35.7 km
- Wainui Beach - 45 min drive - 48.8 km
- Midway Beach - 53 min drive - 56.9 km
- Gisborne Hospital - 56 min drive - 58.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- āŖCottles Cafe - ā¬6 min walk
- āŖThe Fish Shop - ā¬6 min walk
- āŖRoll Inn Food Bar - ā¬9 min walk
- āŖBlue Waters Cafe & Takeaway - ā¬9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Your host
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. Between running our businesses, training and riding horses, and going on adventures, life is busyābut we wouldnāt have it any other way.
Why they chose this property
Weāre coastiesāborn and bred in Tolaga Bay, where the ocean meets the land, and life is as real as it gets. This isnāt just a place we live; itās 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.
Thereās a deep connection to the land and seaāwhether itās throwing out a line at the Tolaga Bay Wharf, diving for kaimoana, or gathering food straight from the whenua. Weāve been raised to live off the land, respect our surroundings, and take in the beauty thatās everywhereāfrom rolling green hills to golden beaches that stretch for miles.
Itās 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 wonāt find anywhere else.
This place has heart, history, and the kind of beauty you donāt just seeāyou feel. If youāre looking for a break from the noise of the world, this is it. Welcome to Tolaga Bay.
Thereās a deep connection to the land and seaāwhether itās throwing out a line at the Tolaga Bay Wharf, diving for kaimoana, or gathering food straight from the whenua. Weāve been raised to live off the land, respect our surroundings, and take in the beauty thatās everywhereāfrom rolling green hills to golden beaches that stretch for miles.
Itās 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 wonāt find anywhere else.
This place has heart, history, and the kind of beauty you donāt just seeāyou feel. If youāre looking for a break from the noise of the world, this is it. Welcome to Tolaga Bay.
What makes this property unique
Built in the 1970s by my grandparents. Itās where I grew up, where I learned to ride a bike in the driveway, and where my kids did the same.
Itās a real family home, with all the warmth and character that comes with years of memories. It's a place thatās lived in, loved, and ready to welcome you in too.
š A True East Coast Stay
ā A short drive to Tolaga Bay Wharf & beachesāthe best spots for fishing, swimming, and soaking in the scenery.
ā Fully fenced and safe for kids & petsābecause home should feel secure.
ā A proper home, not just a rentalāyouāll feel it the moment you step inside.
š„ Simple, Comfortable, Coastie Living
ā Good water pressure (a must!)
ā A big backyard for kids to run around
ā A fully equipped kitchen for easy meals
ā Plenty of space to unwind
If youāre looking for a place with history, heart, and real home comforts, this is it. Whether youāre here for a night or a while, youāll feel it tooāthis is home.
Itās a real family home, with all the warmth and character that comes with years of memories. It's a place thatās lived in, loved, and ready to welcome you in too.
š A True East Coast Stay
ā A short drive to Tolaga Bay Wharf & beachesāthe best spots for fishing, swimming, and soaking in the scenery.
ā Fully fenced and safe for kids & petsābecause home should feel secure.
ā A proper home, not just a rentalāyouāll feel it the moment you step inside.
š„ Simple, Comfortable, Coastie Living
ā Good water pressure (a must!)
ā A big backyard for kids to run around
ā A fully equipped kitchen for easy meals
ā Plenty of space to unwind
If youāre looking for a place with history, heart, and real home comforts, this is it. Whether youāre here for a night or a while, youāll feel it tooāthis is home.
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