Golden Bay Beach House
Tākaka, Golden Bay
The end of the road, the start of everything
Golden Bay sits at the end of the Takaka Hill — remote enough to feel like another world, close enough to explore. A warm beach house with 35km of golden sand stretching to Farewell Spit.
🏄 Surf intelligence
Break
Wainui Beach + Pakawau
Type
BeachBest swell
↑ W–NW
Best season
Summer
Skill level
Beginner – IntermediateWhat's included
- Private beach access
- Kayaks
- Outdoor fire
- Garden
Sleeps 8
Includes $10 ocean restoration contribution
We typically respond within 24 hours
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