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Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix

Holiday home in Tolaga Bay with kitchen and fireplace

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Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 69.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Cooks Cove Walkway
  • Place, Tokomaru Bay
  • Place, Wainui Beach
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix

Whether you’re here for work, tangi, or just out for adventure, this coasty bach is your sign to slow down, switch off, and reset.

🌞 Free WiFi
🍿 Free Netflix
❄️ Air con to keep you cool on those hot days
🌻 Fenced yard to keep the kids in and your sanity intact
🍳 Full kitchen for easy feeds or midnight toast missions
🚿 High pressure shower to rinse off the salt, sweat or stress

A clean, comfy, no judgment zone made for workers, wanderers, and anyone needing a proper summer reset.

☀️ TL;DR

🏡 Clean, comfy 3-bed coasty cottage with elite chill vibes.
❄️ Air con and fans to keep you cool through the hot days and sticky nights.
🚿 Water pressure that’ll blast your worries (and sins) off.
📶 Free WiFi + 🍿 Free Netflix.
🔧 New cabin from mid-Nov — house sleeps 7 and cabin adds 3 more, so up to 10 guests total.
👶 Fully fenced — ideal if you’ve got kids who like to test your patience.
🌴 Perfect for mahi, tangi, time-outs or just escaping life for a bit.

🐴 A Little About Us

We’re a busy equestrian family, usually off most weekends (Nov → Easter) for comps. Because of that, we can’t manage same-day changeovers while we’re gone, so weekend bookings have a 2-night minimum (Friday to Sunday). If you absolutely can’t stay two nights but still need a weekend booking, send us a message and we’ll do our best to make it work.

🏠 The Space

A 3-bedroom coasty cottage that’s comfy, clean and gives “crash here, do nothing” energy. It’s cool in summer, relaxed, and has everything you need for a proper break. Perfect for working out of town, tangi downtime or just disappearing from real life for a bit.

🛋️ Lounge

Big couch, two La-Z-Boys, smart TV, free Netflix, fireplace and air con.
Cool when it’s hot, warm when it’s 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 — pots, pans, trays, platters.
Cook a mean feed or bake your feelings. Your call.

🍽️ Dining

Table and 4 chairs — good for dinner, cards or yarns.

🛁 Bathroom / Laundry

The shower’s in the laundry (or maybe the laundry’s in the shower 🤷‍♀️).
Water pressure is strong enough to waterblast off the weight of the world.
Toilet, vanity, mirror, body wash, shampoo and conditioner included.
Washing machine, dryer and outdoor clothesline for that sun-dried freshness.

🛏️ Bedrooms

Room 1: Two king singles + king single trundler bed, wardrobe.
Room 2: Queen bed, desk and chair, wardrobe, dresser.
Room 3: Double bed, dresser, wardrobe. Compact but comfy.

Cabin: Currently has a double bed, king single, dresser.

All linen, towels and basics provided.
Warm blankets stay on the beds just in case the nights get cool.

🔧 Cabin Coming Soon

Brand new cabin available from mid-November.
Main house sleeps 7 and the cabin adds 3 more, so up to 10 guests total — perfect for bigger groups or whānau stays.

Add dates for prices

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
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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

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

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. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Tolaga Bay, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Cooks Cove Walkway - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tokomaru Bay - 30 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Te Puia Springs - 38 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Makorori Beach - 46 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Wainui Beach - 53 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uawa cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tolaga Bay Fish Shop - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unwind Here • Reset & Recharge • FREE WiFi+Netflix located?

Situated in a rural location, this 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

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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.

Languages:

English

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