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Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay

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Cozy nights by the fire, perfect for unwinding and relaxing
Comfy living area with cozy, relaxed vibes throughout
Easy access with ample parking for multiple vehicles
Warm ambience of the front porch at twilight
Fully equipped kitchen for easy, everyday meals

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Tolaga Bay, Gisborne
  • Place, Cooks Cove Walkway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tokomaru Bay
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Wainui Beach
    ‪50 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

Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay

If you’re heading to the Coast for mahi, tangi, or just need a breather, this coasty bach is a warm, comfortable place to land and reset.

Set in a quiet rural spot in Tolaga Bay, it’s clean, relaxed, and easy to settle into. It’s a 1970s bach-style cottage, comfortable and well set up rather than modern luxury.

🧾 The Good Stuff
🌞 Free WiFi
🍿 Netflix
❄️ Air conditioning in the main house
🌻 Fully fenced section
🍳 Kitchen with the essentials for simple meals
🚿 Strong, reliable hot shower
🅿️ Plenty of on-site parking

🛏️ Sleeping
Main house sleeps up to 7 guests.
Separate cabin sleeps up to 3 additional guests.
The cabin is included for bookings of 7 or more guests.
For smaller groups, it can be added for a $50 cleaning fee.
While there are beds for up to 10, the house itself is compact, so expect comfortable close-quarter living.

🏠 The Space
A classic coasty cottage that is cosy, simple, and easy to live in. It stays cool in summer, feels relaxed, and works well for workers, whānau stays, tangi visits, or anyone needing a quiet East Coast reset.

🛋️ Lounge
Big comfy couch, two La-Z-Boys, smart TV with Netflix, fireplace, and air conditioning. Cool when it is hot, warm when it is not.

🍳 Kitchen & Dining
The kitchen has most things you need to cook a proper feed.
Includes fridge and freezer, gas hob, electric oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, air fryer, rice cooker, slow cooker, electric frypan, Nutribullet, and the usual pots, pans, trays, and platters. Dining table seats four and works well for meals, cards, or a yarn.

🛁 Bathroom & Laundry
The shower lives in the laundry, or the laundry lives in the shower depending how you look at it. Water pressure is strong and reliable. Includes toilet, vanity, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. Laundry has a washing machine, dryer, and outdoor clothesline.

🛏️ Bedrooms
Rooms are compact but comfortable.

Bedroom 1
Two king singles and one single trundler

Bedroom 2
Queen bed with desk and chair

Bedroom 3
Double bed

🏡 The Cabin
Separate, bright, and insulated with double glazing. Includes a double bed, a king single, and a dresser. It is included for bookings of 7 or more guests.
For smaller groups, it can be added with an extra $50 cleaning fee.

🌿 Good to Know
This is a 1970s bach-style cottage with a few quirks. Some parts creak and we’re gradually renovating over time. The house is compact, so packing light or using shared spaces for bags helps keep things comfortable. The water pressure pump sits outside near Bedroom Three and may turn on occasionally. Rural sounds are part of the stay. You may hear roosters, cows, or horses.

Power cuts are rare but possible. Candles are available just in case.

🐴 About Us
We’re a busy equestrian family and are often away at competitions from November through to Easter. Because of this, some weekends require a two-night minimum stay. If you need a one-night stay, feel free to message and we’ll always try to help.

🧺 Optional Extras Available on request
Cabin cleaning fee $50
Mid-Stay linen and towel refresh $50
Mid-Stay Full house refresh $100
Firewood delivery $20 per night

📍 Tolaga Bay
Tolaga Bay is a small East Coast town where things move slower and shops are limited. There’s a gas station, truck stop, food truck, dairies, lotto shop, a pub, bottle store, and fish and chip shops. Most guests bring groceries from Gisborne before arriving.

What the town lacks in shops, it makes up for with space, quiet, and fresh coastal air.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is no cot, portacot or bassinette available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
We simply ask that the bach is left tidy and respectfully cared for during your stay.
There’s no need for a full clean before checkout, but we’d appreciate dishes being done, rubbish taken out, and the house locked up when you leave.
Used towels can be placed in the bath before checkout.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20123420
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 and near the beach. 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 hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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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
  • Kaiti Hill - 56 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 57 min drive

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

Is Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay on 27 June 2026 start from NZ$278, 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 Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coasty Bach | Sleeps 10 • Air Con • WiFi • Netflix • Family-Friendly Stay located?

Situated in Tolaga Bay, this golf holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Cooks Cove Walkway and within 32 miles (52 km) of Tokomaru Bay and Makorori Beach. Te Puia Springs and Makorori Headland Trailhead are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
great location we played golf at golf club which was only down the road on both saturday and sunday , was warm and cosy house just what you need after 2 rounds of golf on both days
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A cute home, just like my grandparents’
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and was home away from home with all of the healing needed.Thank you so so much!My family would recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S.

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

Homely Place to stay

Absolutely beautiful place to stay...Very accommodating host as well.Thank u so much
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to recharge. Clean and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya U.

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

Stay in Tolaga Bay

We spent two night's at Larissa's house in Tolaga Bay exploring the area. The hosts were so friendly and really went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and have everything we need. Will definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ngā mihi for the stay. Due to poor weather we arrived in Tolaga later than expected, and it was very welcoming to have the lights on for our arrival. The rooms were lovely, well laid out, and made for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So lovely and quiet and thank you for the horse ride, thank you for being so nice, cheers Wendy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Numia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, tidy, warm, lovely hot water, comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Larissa

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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, dogs, and horses, and a love for the outdoors.

Why they chose this property

We’re local to the Coast and this is home for us.

We’ve built our life here around family, horses, and the slower pace that comes with living rural. Tolaga Bay isn’t busy or overdeveloped, and that’s exactly why we love it. It’s quiet, open, and gives you space to breathe.

We wanted to share a place that reflects that. Somewhere simple, comfortable, and welcoming for people coming through for mahi, tangi, or just needing a bit of time out.

What makes this property unique

What makes this place unique is how real and easy it feels.

It’s not a polished show home. It’s a warm, comfortable bach set up for actual living. A place where you can arrive, settle in, and feel at ease straight away.

It works well for the kinds of stays people actually need. Mahi trips, tangi, whānau time, or just a quiet reset. There’s space to gather, a fully fenced section for kids, and enough flexibility to sleep larger groups without overcomplicating things.

The separate cabin is a bonus too. It gives extra room and a bit of breathing space when you need it, while still keeping everyone close.

It’s simple, honest, and reliable. A good place to land at the end of the day.

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