Coromandel

New Zealand's only narrow-gauge mountain railway, spiritual retreats,

luxury eco-lodge, eco-sculpture, healthy organic food, wine and more.

Discover in Coromandel Peninsular a vibrant local community which boasts many talented artists, and is frequented by people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

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Find out about the Coromandel Region.


EAT

cropped_1.jpgDriving Creek Cafe

Jessica and Michal Dziwulski
180 Driving Creek Road, Coromandel

Our Cafe is the hub of a vibrant local community which boasts many talented artists, and is frequented by people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We serve all day breakfast and lunch, organic espresso, smoothies, loose leaf teas, fresh juices and home baking.
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cathedral_cove_macadamias.jpgCathedral Cove Macadamias

Sue and Brian Pilkington, 335 Lees Rd, RD 1, Hahei, Whitianga
We sell product from our shop off the orchard, on site. Selling anything Macadamia! - macadamia's natural, dukahs, sprinkles, chocolate coated, honey coated, macadamia butter, museli and macadamia oil.

The Organic Co Op

Marie Bedford, 736 Pollen Street, Grahamstown, THAMES
The Organic Co Op is a volunteer organisation, that was established to ensure the area had local access to healthy organic food and products. Anyone can shop at the Organic Co Op, we do have benefits for members, ask instore.

Colville General Store

Sandy White, Main Road, Colville, Coromandel
We are a co-operative owned and run store and cafe established in 1978. We aim to provide quality environmentally friendly and organic products to our customers.

STAY

1_Overhead_vertical_1.jpgOhui  Eco Lodge

P.O. Box 56, Whangamata
World class Luxury Eco Estate of 100 acre natural site, coastal positioning with native forest and its multi million dollar Eco Villa, Pool Wing and Recording- Writing Studio.
A magnificent Venue for the holiday treat of a lifetime, customized special event, elegant wedding, fashion show, art exhibitions or tv-film sets.
An authentic back to nature experience. In secured, isolated privacy, Ohui Eco Lodge is within walking distance of a 5km pristine beach with 155 million-sq. km. of Pacific Fresh Air system in front of it. $NZ please enquire.

Lisa_s_Photos_026_2.jpgDell Cote Homestay

Trish and Barry Oldham, 37 Rewarewa Valley Road, Tairua
Dell Cote Homestay is a charming earth brick and macrocarpa home offering 3 unique guest rooms. Rooms have private access and a guest lounge has fridge, TV and complimentary tea/coffee and home baking. Set in the peaceful setting of native bush, organic orchard and garden and just a short walk to the village of Tairua. $NZ $230 per night for 2, including generous breakfast.     

100_0124_1.jpgMercury Orchard Bed & Breakfast

Barry Scott, 141 Purangi Rd, Cooks Beach, Whitianga
Fig Tree Cottage and Paua Bach are nested amongst 5 acres of peaceful country gardens and orchard. Self contained country style luxury with french doors opening out onto the orchard. Special to Paua Bach is an old fashioned out door bath. $NZ $ 160 per couple per night.
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Sea_View_2.jpgKaeppeli's Bed & Breakfast

Jill Kaeppeli, 40 Gray Ave, Kuaotunu
Country living in Style. A unique, secluded, peaceful haven. Relax, unwind, enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds you. Comfortable sunny rooms with magnificient sea views, private entrances & decks. $NZ Double: $120- $180.
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Forest_Mist_B_B_1_1.jpgForest Mist Bed and Breakfast

Graham & Barbara Crook, 17 Puriri Place, Tuateawa, RD 3
Nestled between Kennedy Bay and Waikawau Bay, surrounded by beautiful state forest on the East Coast beyond the Coromandel township. The forest is rich in native bird life ranging from the kiwi, kaka, bell bird, tui, morepork, Kereru. $NZ $125 per room.
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Purple_Cottage_Hammock_1.jpgThe Purple Cottage

Cherrie Stevens, 65 Lillis Lane, Coromandel
Ensuite Bed and Breakfast accommodation. Enjoy bed and breakfast at an old miners cottage in Coromandel Town. Looking out over a mature spray free orchard and organic vegetable garden within walking distance of town and the iconic Driving Creek Railway and Cafe. $NZ Double $120.

EXPERIENCE

Landscape_Logo_copy_1.jpgMana Retreat

The Mana Team, RD1, Coromandel
Embracing mountain, bush and sea, Mana provides a perfect atmosphere for the enrichment of mind, body and spirit. Expansive sea views and luxuriant bush combine with the beauty of untreated natural timber buildings to create a place of harmony, healing and inspiration. $NZ please inquire.

galleg.jpgPrana Spiritual Eco-Retreat

P.O. Box 56, Whangamata
Prana Retreat is a unique exclusive venue available for you to hire, a place to rejuvenate body and soul, to swim, surf, walk and meditate. We offer a nurturing, creative and sustaining environment that is at once friendly, welcoming, relaxing and meditative. Meditation is the foundation of our daily life and work. $NZ please inquire.
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PossumOnDoubleDeckViaduct_360_1.jpgDriving Creek Railway and Potteries

Barry Brickell, 380 Driving Creek Road, Coromandel
New Zealand's only narrow-gauge mountain railway along with a working pottery and wild life sanctuary. Features a narrow gauge railway, near Coromandel Town, that winds through beautiful native bush with tunnels and viaducts - enjoyed by over 30,000 visitors last year. $NZ Adults $20, Children $11, Family and Senior concession enquire.
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artistshouse_1.jpgArtists House

Gary Nevin & Julie Burns-Nevin
1367 State Highway 25, Whitianga, Tairua Rd, Whenuakite
Our Project is called “Artists House”. It incorporates our artwork displayed in a Gallery, in a garden setting, and Studio. We hold workshops which usually explore working with earth, including a wide variety of new mixes we have developed, pottery or an art development theme. Unique accommodation coming soon.
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All_The_Same_18_1.jpgTim Holman

180 Driving Creek Road Coromandel
I create sculpture using local self prepared clay and fire my work using waste timber from local sawmills. My forms are inspired by the structures perfected by nature. Animating my work with water and illumination add other dimensions.
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Sally1_2.jpgMahamudra Retreat Centre

RD4 Colville, Coromandel
Mahamudra Centre for Universal Unity, Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Centre stands for Beauty, Peace and Tranquility. The centre is situated on 8 acres in the inspiring setting of the Colville valley and is surrounded by rolling farmland and imposing hills of the Coromandel range.