Tidal Waters Loglodge

Tidal Waters is a log lodge on Waihau Road at Loisels Beach, just south of Tolaga Bay and about 45 minutes up the coast from Gisborne. Brent runs it as a weekend destination for couples who want the whole place to themselves. The wedding package gives you exclusive use for up to 80 guests, with the lodge yours from the day before through to the day after. On-site accommodation sleeps 24, so the wedding party and close family can stay put and settle in. Catering is up to you. Self-cater in the fully equipped kitchen or bring your own caterer, and the lodge comes with a barbecue, a pizza oven and a projector for the speeches. The published weekend package sits at $5,500. It suits a relaxed coastal wedding where the celebration runs across a whole weekend rather than a single afternoon.