10/10 Excellent
Maggie B.
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Maggie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Hillside Hideaway
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mahia Beach, Mahia
- Mahia Beach4 min walk
- Mahanga Beach19 min drive
- Morere Hot Springs25 min drive
- Gisborne (GIS)73 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Hillside Hideaway
Located in the heart of popular Mahia Beach, this 3-bedroom holiday home is setup for the entire family to enjoy all year round.
Sheltered from the wind this little seaside gem is situated just 200m from the main Mahia Beach and is a short walk to the Sunset Point Bar and Bistro and Mahia Store.
Take a two minute stroll and watch the local fisherman take to the sea, visit the Mahia Fishing Club or take the kids along for endless fun at the beachside playground, building sandcastles or splashing in the waves.
The super-sized timber deck, parking area, lockable single garage, indoor open plan living, extra large family bedroom plus the master bedroom and bunk room for the kids ensures you have plenty of room for your family to relax and enjoy.
The property sleeps 8.
There is a heat pump to keep you toasty warm in the winter and the shower is on gas so has great pressure!
*NB Public holiday weekends are 3 night minimum stay.
Special conditions:
Children under the age of one stay free.
Smoking allowed outside only.
Dogs allowed outside only.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)
Sheltered from the wind this little seaside gem is situated just 200m from the main Mahia Beach and is a short walk to the Sunset Point Bar and Bistro and Mahia Store.
Take a two minute stroll and watch the local fisherman take to the sea, visit the Mahia Fishing Club or take the kids along for endless fun at the beachside playground, building sandcastles or splashing in the waves.
The super-sized timber deck, parking area, lockable single garage, indoor open plan living, extra large family bedroom plus the master bedroom and bunk room for the kids ensures you have plenty of room for your family to relax and enjoy.
The property sleeps 8.
There is a heat pump to keep you toasty warm in the winter and the shower is on gas so has great pressure!
*NB Public holiday weekends are 3 night minimum stay.
Special conditions:
Children under the age of one stay free.
Smoking allowed outside only.
Dogs allowed outside only.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)
Property manager
MillyR53
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Outside only, all evidence to be cleaned.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Mahia
Mahia is home to this holiday home. 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. Scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Mahia Beach, Mahia
What's nearby
- Mahia Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Māhia Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
- Mahanga Beach - 19 min drive - 12.8 km
- Morere Hot Springs - 25 min drive - 24.9 km
- Midway Beach - 75 min drive - 82.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rocket Cafe - 7 min drive
- Cafe Mahia - 6 min drive
- Sunset Point 2008 Sports Bar & Bistro Mahia - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hamish M.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahia Fishing comp weekend
Hamish M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
mervyn h.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home away from home
mervyn h.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra S.
10 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Sandra S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tony K.
26 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Tony K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mick M.
26 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Mick M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kegan T.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laid-back beach vibe
Kegan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tia E.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Tia E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mandy W.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahia Xmas
Mandy W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Tammy K.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Tammy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca R.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot
Rebecca R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tania W.
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahia getaway
Tania W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dave C.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahia magic
Dave C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracey S.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top location
Tracey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rakai R.
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahia
Rakai R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin V.
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Handy to Everything
Erin V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Johnina S.
26 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Johnina S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruth T.
2 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back again
Ruth T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Judy S.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
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Judy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
2/10 Terrible
Sharon F.
2 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldnt get there
Sharon F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
6/10 Okay
Egypt P.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Was fine for our stay
Egypt P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
John R.
21 Oct 2024
John R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John R.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Helen T.
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 mamas little getaway
Helen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jess R.
15 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by MillyR53
What makes this property unique
To-and-fro with ease with the beach just 200m away.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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