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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Mahia Beach
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Fenced yard
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Mahia, Hawke's Bay
Mahia Beach
Place, Mahia Beach
18 min walk
Mahanga Beach
Place, Mahanga Beach
24 min drive
Morere Hot Springs
Place, Morere Hot Springs
33 min drive
Gisborne (GIS)
Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
72 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed
second bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday.
This well maintained, three bedroomed Initial home is an immaculate seaside rental. The section is fully fenced and the large flat lawn areas are well used for games. Taylor s Bay beach is a mere 50m walk away; a very safe beach for children and excellent for kayaks and beach fishing. With large living areas opening onto a super sized deck, it is perfect for lazing in the sun and watching sunsets in the evenings. A well equipped kitchen with excellent appliances, plus extra fridge and extra freezer. Also a BBQ on the deck to cook your catch! There is an excellent library of books, videos, DVDs and games if you need entertaining. No TV but there is unlimited WIFI and mobile phone reception is reliable in most places around the peninsula. The three bedrooms are well appointed; 2 queen rooms and a bunkroom with 1 single bed and 1 set of bunks. A double sofa bed is available in the lounge if necessary. All duvets,pillows and extra blankets supplied. Bathroom with shower and separate toilet. The house gets all day sun, but if the weather turns cool there are two efficient wall panel heaters to warm the house. Please note that a minimum of 3 nights stay is required when booking.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please ensure you have turned off the water pump switch in hallway and the orange tap outside by concrete water tank.
Please ensure BBQ is clean if you have used it.
Please wash dishes before you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please, no caravans or tents without consulting the owners for prior approval.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 08700-30803
Property # 7425122
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Mahia
Located in Mahia, this holiday home is near the beach. Māhia Golf Course and Morere Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mahia Beach and Mahanga Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Is Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday.?
As of 13 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday. on 28 October 2026 start from NZ$260, 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 Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday.?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Karo Cottage,Taylors Bay - comfortable and cosy for your next beach holiday. located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Mahia Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Māhia Golf Course. Mahanga Beach is 8.7 mi (14 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely comfortable feel to this property and very friendly and helpful communication from owner.There's plenty of beaches to choose from - safe swimming beaches to surfing beaches.We would be happy to stay here again.
Sandra E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2025
Thanks Sandra, so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Hope to see you again sometime.
Jude
Tidy, well maintained, well stocked with activities for kids and adults.
Visitors from Wellington said it was the first real family holiday they had had in ages
liz h.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Liz, we’re pleased you enjoyed family time at Taylor’s Bay!
Very comfortable with bach-like holiday vibe. We struck wet and windy weather but there was a good supply of books, games and DVDS to keep us entertained. Would love to stay again.
A well loved bach tucked down a quiet road in Taylors Bay. The facilities were excellent,the kitchen well set out, beds comfortable and a very relaxed feel to the bach.
I highly reccomment this for a small family or group.
We loved staying here. Quiet and relaxing, comfortable beds and clean. Fabulous selection of reading material and games for wet days. Easy access to beach. Clear communication with owner.
Shelly W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2022
Thanks Shelly, we loved having you to stay. So pleased you enjoyed Mahia in spite of the weather. Hope you’ll be back sometime to enjoy Mahia at it’s sparkling, sunny best !
We wanted to be close to Taylors Bay and it is certainly close only a minute or 2's walk. Very close also to the Mokotani walk track up the hill. Cottage had all anyone would need for a beach stay. Lovely and quiet also. Was only the 2 of us but great place for a family stay!
Shelley and Clint T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2020
Thanks Shelley and Clint, sounds like you had an enjoyable trip down memory lane. The Mokotahi walk has become super popular with the new track- you most likely had it to yourselves though on a week day! Thanks for your lovely comments about our cosy house, hope to see you back sometime!
Verified
8/10 Good
David & Sue v.
25 January 2019
On the edges of the centre
A fabulous place to stay to explore Mahia. Everything that we needed was there, and then we could walk, drive, swim, fish.
A good way to unwind.
David & Sue v.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks David and Sue and family, so pleased you had a great time. Many thanks for washing linen, very kind of you. Look forward to seeing you again sometime.
Karo cottage was a wonderful place to spend our family getaway, our first stay in Taylors Bay side of Mahia. Ideal for families with youngest a safe swimming beach 50 meters or so from the cottage. The accomodation more a 3 bedroom house than a cottage on a full size section, great for all kinds of games. This holiday home offers so much. we would love to return.
Anne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for that wonderful review Anne, we hope you return to make further memories at our holiday house.
This property has everything you need for a typical kiwi beach holiday. We were very happy with the communication from our hosts when we needed them and enjoyed our winter getaway! The house was really warm on those cold nights and the sunny lounge was a great place to curl up with a good book.
Zane and Joni S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2024
Thanks Zane and Joni! Hope the fishing was successful?
Many thanks for leaving the house so tidy and clean.
Jude
My family stayed at Jude’s bach and had a great time. It is your quintessential kiwi beach bach and has loads of character. Everything you need and then some. Close to Taylor’s bay which we actually preferred to Mahia beach. We’d come back for sure