About this Holiday House
This Lodge sleeps 8, book both lodges to sleep 14
Plenty to do on our 6th generation, 1260 hectare sheep and beef farm
BYO motorbikes, horses, 4WD, pets aloud. Smoking strictly outside!
Wake up to the idyllic sounds of the birds and running stream in these beautiful lodges. They are in secluded bush and are a 2km drive up a farm track, on Whitestar Station in Colville, 25mins north of Coromandel township on a 1260 hectare sheep and beef farm.
You can cook on the wetback wood fire (wood provided) gas cooker or go outdoors and light the BBQ and take in your serene surroundings.
The Bush Lodges fridge, lights and most of the hot water heating are powered by water generation
Maximum power output is 1000W so sorry, NO electric heating or TV (extra blankets provided)
Bring the kids for a farm/bush experience or a romantic getaway or book both lodges for a group event (Listing #31550, sleeps 6 people and room for tents). Also have other houses to rent on same property
On the farm we have a range of activities to do:
Waterfall walks
Glow-worm caves
Swimming in the streams
Rock hunting
Range top walks ( stunning 360 degree views of Hauraki Gulf and more)
Or try:
Horse Trekking
I have 9 horses available for guided trips around the farm or beach ride, Beginner and experienced riders can walk, trot or gallop through fields creeks bush with fantastic views of the valley and Moehau Mountain.
Prices are
1hr-$50
1.5hrs-$60
2hrs-$70
5hrs-$180 (experienced riders only)
Minimum 2 people needed.
($2 discount per person staying on the farm)
5 mins drive to Colville shop (sells everything from ice, bait, petrol, alcohol), Art Galleries, Local produce meat, baking and coffee at the Hereford and a Pickle Cafe, Post office and Tennis courts.
Tangiaro Kiwi Retreat is 30 mins north east of Colville in Port Charles, a Bar, restaurant and offers Bush Spas and Massage.
10mins drive to boat ramp for boat fishing or try your luck rock fishing anywhere on the coast of northern Colville
Also Manuka and Bush blend honey available for sale on the farm too ( all produced on Whitestar farm by happy bees.)
10-20 minutes drive to swimming /surf beaches.
Special conditions: Pets allowed with prior approval one off charge applies of $10 per pet. 50% non refundable deposit required over peak summer period and major weekend events. Extra charges apply if bringing your motorbikes & 4WDs to help maintain tracks. Please leave this beautiful ecological area as you found it and respect the area and buildings, a extra charge will be applied if any damage is done to the property or surroundings. Washing machine facilities available at entrance to Whitestar Station