Kuaotunu

A seaside settlement 18km north of Whitianga. It has a local  store, famous for its ice cream and a petrol station. It also sells work from local artists and a knife maker.

Restaurants

There are a variety of excellent restaurants in Whitianga and Coromandel.  Matarangi ( a few mins drive) has Omaras Bar at the local golf club, open 7 days during the summer. In the same area is Pipers Cafe which offers casual dining or simply take a walk along the beach to sample Lukes delicious pizza.

As quiet beaches and restaurants don't go together you are welcome to bring something prepared to enjoy on your deck if you do not wish to drive out again on night of arrival. There are no cooking facilities but we will provide plates etc. If you are driving from the south the New World Supermarket in Whitianga has a good Deli and is open till 8pm, also in Coromandel is the Smoking Co selling prepared fish and an organic shop with cheeses and breads.

Golf

The Bob Charles course at Matarangi, bookings essential which we will do for you, club hire available.

Otama and Opito Bays

Two beautiful beaches over the Black Jack Hill are well worth a visit. Otama has a long white sandy beach, safe swimming, un-crowded and home to nesting birds. The pohutokawa trees flower in Nov/Dec.

309 Road

This road links both sides of the peninsula with various attractions along the way. The kauri Grove is an easy all weather track through bush ( about a 15min walk) where there is a lovely stand of kauri and a good example of how they grew.

Kayaking

A wonderful experience even for those who have never tried. A very safe operator and dolphins can often be your company. You can even get a cappuccino on the beach at the end of your trip.