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Patumahoe / Clarks Beach / Waiau Pa

Hospitality, country fare and seaside activities.

Patumahoe, Clarks Beach and Waiau Pa - click to enlarge

A 20 kilometre drive from the southern motorway through rolling Karaka Country and nudging the Shores of the Manukau Harbour are the charming settlements of Waiau Pa and Clarks Beach.

Warm and inviting accommodation ranges from enchanting Country Homes, Luxury Lodges and Holiday Parks to the seaside B&B's, there is an option to suit all tastes and budgets.

The area reveals some of Auckland's finest gardens, charming Wedding Chapels, Boutique Vineyards, Animal Studs, Olive Groves, Golf Course, Harbour Cruising and more!

Head inland to the quaint village of Patumahoe, home to the beautiful Water Gardens.

  
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Experience

Spookers Haunted Attractions

 
Spookers Haunted Attractions - New Zealand's all year round Haunted Attractions including a Haunted House, Freaky Forest, 3D Vortex Maze, and CornEvil on Friday and Saturday nights.  <br />CornEvill 2010 now open - new entrance, new props, new acts, and new scares!

833 Kingseat Road, Karaka
Phone: 09 291 9002

New Zealand's all year round Haunted Attractions including a Haunted House, Freaky Forest, 3D Vortex Maze, and CornEvil on Friday and Saturday nights.
CornEvill 2010 now open - new entrance, new props, new acts, and new scares!


Glenbrook Vintage Railway

 
Glenbrook Vintage Railway - A rail enthusiasts' heaven! Hop aboard lovingly restored and maintained steam engine train for a journey into yesteryear. Situated in the picturesque Franklin countryside on Glenbrook Station Road, (about 9km from Waiuku), the railway operates from Labour Weekend through to Queen's Birthday, on Sundays and most public holidays.

Glenbrook Station Road, Glenbrook
Contact: The GVR Volunteers
Phone: 09 236 3546

A rail enthusiasts' heaven! Hop aboard lovingly restored and maintained steam engine train for a journey into yesteryear. Situated in the picturesque Franklin countryside on Glenbrook Station Road, (about 9km from Waiuku), the railway operates from Labour Weekend through to Queen's Birthday, on Sundays and most public holidays.


Wrights Watergardens

 
Wrights Watergardens - A garden with a difference!  Six acres of stunning watergardens & natural waterfall transform an abandoned quarry into a relaxing oasis.  The gardens consist of more than 30 waterlilly and lotus ponds which are surrounded by areas for picnics.

128 Mauku Road, Patumahoe
Contact: Malcolm and Dael Wright
Phone: 09 236 3211

A garden with a difference!  Six acres of stunning watergardens & natural waterfall transform an abandoned quarry into a relaxing oasis.  The gardens consist of more than 30 waterlilly and lotus ponds which are surrounded by areas for picnics.


Franklin Limousines & Shuttles

 
Franklin Limousines & Shuttles - Franklin Limousines is the fastest growing limousine service in New Zealand setting new standards in super and ultra stretch excellence.

7 Taihiki Road, Clarks Beach
Contact: AnneMarie
Phone: 09 232 1506
Freephone: 0800 LENGTH (0800 536 484)

Franklin Limousines is the fastest growing limousine service in New Zealand setting new standards in super and ultra stretch excellence.


PJ Alpacas

120 Saddleton Road, Waiau Pa
Contact: Pam & Craig Follett
Phone: 09 232 1142

You will experience close contact with these delightful unique animals and have the opportunity to prepare their food and feed them. Available is a range of Alpaca products for sale, for those who wish to enjoy the luxury of this warm and soft fleece. Tour groups of any size welcome (there is a small charge). Bookings preferred.


Pied Piper Jewellery Gallery

40 Farley Road, Waiau Pa
Contact: Sarah-Jane Hamblin
Phone: 09 232 1697

Crafted jewellery, one of a kind pieces to keep or give to someone special. Your'e welcome to come and enjoy the creations at this special place in Waiau Pa.


Franklin Tours - Welcome to Franklin Country

 
Franklin Tours - Welcome to Franklin Country - Franklin Tours will introduce you to a range of experiences within the Franklin area. <br />Owner / Operator Karen Dobson is passionate about Franklin and specialises in tours in and around the Franklin area including the Awhitu Peninsula, the historic settlement of Waiuku, Port Waikato <br />and surrounding areas.<br /><br />

Contact: Karen Dobson
Phone: 021 649810

Franklin Tours will introduce you to a range of experiences within the Franklin area.
Owner / Operator Karen Dobson is passionate about Franklin and specialises in tours in and around the Franklin area including the Awhitu Peninsula, the historic settlement of Waiuku, Port Waikato
and surrounding areas.


New To You Boutique

Mauku Road Patumahoe
Phone: 021 811457

New To You Boutique, exclusive jewellery and preloved designer labelled clothing. Open 7 days for your convenience.


  
Accommodation

Karaka Point Vineyard & Lodge

 
Karaka Point Vineyard & Lodge - Karaka Point Vineyard Lodge is European inspired boutique accommodation set in the heart of our magnificent estate.  Our guests will enjoy a decadent master suite with antiques, sumptuous linen and designer en suite.

Wallace Drive, Waiau Pa, Clarks Beach
Contact: Anne Martin
Phone: 09 232 0025

Karaka Point Vineyard Lodge is European inspired boutique accommodation set in the heart of our magnificent estate. Our guests will enjoy a decadent master suite with antiques, sumptuous linen and designer en suite.


Waimanu Countrystay

 
Waimanu Countrystay - Nestled amongst the bush and surrounded by rolling farmland on Auckland's rural fringe, Waimanu Countrystay is named for the stream which runs through this secluded farmlet and for the abundant native birdlife, who call Waimanu home.

49 Eggleton Rd, Patumahoe, Auckland 2679, New Zealand
Contact: Romi and Gaynor
Phone: +64-9-236 3533

Nestled amongst the bush and surrounded by rolling farmland on Auckland's rural fringe, Waimanu Countrystay is named for the stream which runs through this secluded farmlet and for the abundant native birdlife, who call Waimanu home.


  
Dining

Wrights Watergardens

 
Wrights Watergardens - A garden with a difference!  Six acres of stunning watergardens & natural waterfall transform an abandoned quarry into a relaxing oasis.  The gardens consist of more than 30 waterlilly and lotus ponds which are surrounded by areas for picnics.

128 Mauku Road, Patumahoe
Contact: Malcolm and Dael Wright
Phone: 09 236 3211

A garden with a difference!  Six acres of stunning watergardens & natural waterfall transform an abandoned quarry into a relaxing oasis.  The gardens consist of more than 30 waterlilly and lotus ponds which are surrounded by areas for picnics.


Danny's Kiwi Bakery

Patumahoe Road
Phone: 09 236 3290

Cafe, Hot Bread, Pies, Lunches


The Village Bar & Kitchen

 
The Village Bar & Kitchen -  Come and experience the vibe, variety & vibrancy at our stunning new bar & casual dining lounge in scenic Franklin's Patumahoe.  The Village offers you a great vibe and delicious food.  Come along soak up the atmosphere in the bar or all-weather garden bar and enjoy casual dining prepared by our experienced kitchen staff.  Our authentic Italian home baked breads and sourdough pizza bases make our pizzas a very popular choice!

1 Patumahoe Road, Patumahoe
Phone: 09 236 3571
Freephone: Courtesy shuttle 027 759 5765

Come and experience the vibe, variety & vibrancy at our stunning new bar & casual dining lounge in scenic Franklin's Patumahoe. The Village offers you a great vibe and delicious food. Come along soak up the atmosphere in the bar or all-weather garden bar and enjoy casual dining prepared by our experienced kitchen staff. Our authentic Italian home baked breads and sourdough pizza bases make our pizzas a very popular choice!


  
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