Guidebook for Tawharanui Peninsula
Parks & Nature
Tawharanui Regional Park
1181 Takatu RdTawharanui Open Sanctuary
Takatu RoadOmaha Beach
Broadlands DriveExperience the freedom of this special place on horseback. Rides cover everything from a relaxed one hour outing to a full day or longer. It can be both tranquil or exhilarating! Whatever suits you.
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Pakiri Beach Horse Rides
317 Rahuikiri RdExperience the freedom of this special place on horseback. Rides cover everything from a relaxed one hour outing to a full day or longer. It can be both tranquil or exhilarating! Whatever suits you.
Essentials
Nosh Food Market
2 Matakana Valley RdLocated in the village
Monday to Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 8am-7pm
Sunday 9am-6pm
Countdown Warkworth
26 Neville StLocated in Warworth and open Monday to Sunday 7am - 10pm
Located in the village and open Monday to Sunday 7am - 7pm
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Four Square Matakana
21 Matakana Valley RdLocated in the village and open Monday to Sunday 7am - 7pm
Food Scene
Matakana Village Farmers' Market
2 Matakana Valley RdThe orchard produces organic fresh and frozen Blueberries and Strawberries for domestic and export markets, as well as manufacturing organic Ice cream, Sorbet and Juice for retail. Stop in here and try one of their delicious fresh fruit ice-creams.
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89 Jones RdThe orchard produces organic fresh and frozen Blueberries and Strawberries for domestic and export markets, as well as manufacturing organic Ice cream, Sorbet and Juice for retail. Stop in here and try one of their delicious fresh fruit ice-creams.
Drop in for a beer, or settle in for the afternoon in the garden bar for a glass of locally-produced wine, a plate of oysters or a hand made burger. Listen to live music or dine and try the extensive food and drinks menu including the best steaks in the north chargrilled on an American made Montague Steak Grill.
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Matakana Village Pub
11 Matakana Valley RdDrop in for a beer, or settle in for the afternoon in the garden bar for a glass of locally-produced wine, a plate of oysters or a hand made burger. Listen to live music or dine and try the extensive food and drinks menu including the best steaks in the north chargrilled on an American made Montague Steak Grill.
The Puhoi Valley Cheese Company brings premium cheeses to all New Zealanders including camembert, brie, feta, blue and other European products such as ricotta, crème fraiche and mascarpone. Great cafe on site, taste and purchase cheeses and related fare.
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Pūhoi Valley Cheese Co
275 Ahuroa RdThe Puhoi Valley Cheese Company brings premium cheeses to all New Zealanders including camembert, brie, feta, blue and other European products such as ricotta, crème fraiche and mascarpone. Great cafe on site, taste and purchase cheeses and related fare.
Drinks & Nightlife
Omaha Bay Vineyard is a family owned boutique Vineyard and Winery, overlooking Omaha Bay and Little Barrier Island. They produce premium quality wines that are distinctive, stylish and hand crafted to the highest standards. The tasting room and cellar door is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am until 5pm. It is just minutes from the villa, be sure to try one of their yummy platters while you are there.
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Omaha Bay Vineyard
169 Takatu RoadOmaha Bay Vineyard is a family owned boutique Vineyard and Winery, overlooking Omaha Bay and Little Barrier Island. They produce premium quality wines that are distinctive, stylish and hand crafted to the highest standards. The tasting room and cellar door is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am until 5pm. It is just minutes from the villa, be sure to try one of their yummy platters while you are there.
Sightseeing
Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Matakana Coast area by bicycle. On latest model bicycles, you’ll be able to explore Omaha Beach, the villages of Pt Wells and Matakana, and sample some of the delicacies of the area’s vineyards, orchards, olive groves and cafes. You may prefer to pick up some bikes and explore further one of amazing local regional parks with their outstanding natural coastline and wildlife.
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Matakana Bicycle Hire Limited
1151 Leigh RoadEnjoy the stunning scenery of the Matakana Coast area by bicycle. On latest model bicycles, you’ll be able to explore Omaha Beach, the villages of Pt Wells and Matakana, and sample some of the delicacies of the area’s vineyards, orchards, olive groves and cafes. You may prefer to pick up some bikes and explore further one of amazing local regional parks with their outstanding natural coastline and wildlife.
As the number one attraction in Leigh, the Glass Bottom Boat Tour provides a fun and educational adventure for guests of all ages. During this 45-minute eco-tour, you will see the fish, fauna, marine life and birds that thrive in this protected reserve, as well as the mysterious caves and sea-battered rocky cliffs of Goat Island. Direct boarding from the beach allows guests to stay dry throughout the entire journey making it a perfect activity during any season. Kayak and snorkel hire is also available.
Glass Bottom Boat Ltd
Goat Island RoadAs the number one attraction in Leigh, the Glass Bottom Boat Tour provides a fun and educational adventure for guests of all ages. During this 45-minute eco-tour, you will see the fish, fauna, marine life and birds that thrive in this protected reserve, as well as the mysterious caves and sea-battered rocky cliffs of Goat Island. Direct boarding from the beach allows guests to stay dry throughout the entire journey making it a perfect activity during any season. Kayak and snorkel hire is also available.
Arts & Culture
Matakana Cinemas
2 Matakana Valley RdThe Vivian Gallery
39 Omaha Valley RdShopping
Visit the showroom to browse the entire range of Morris & James pots and ceramic-ware, including special one-off pottery creations. Brick & Vines Café is also on-site serving coffee and lunch.
Open 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week
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Morris & James
48 Tongue Farm RdVisit the showroom to browse the entire range of Morris & James pots and ceramic-ware, including special one-off pottery creations. Brick & Vines Café is also on-site serving coffee and lunch.
Open 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week