Location
1788 Mangorei Road, Mangorei 4371, New Zealand - 550 m above sea level, on the road that climbs towards Mount Taranaki.
The retreat sits in the rural settlement of Mangorei, in the hills between New Plymouth and Egmont National Park. The drive into the centre of New Plymouth takes around twenty minutes, yet the property itself feels completely rural, surrounded by native bush, birdsong and open views over the coastline and the mountain.
The Pouakai track begins 500 m up the road, leading past the Pouakai and Holly huts and on to the North Egmont visitor centre. It is the route to the famous Pouakai Tarn reflection of Mount Taranaki, and one of the most popular walks the mountain offers. Guests who want to walk it can be picked up or dropped off at the visitor centre free of charge, and there are further nature walks on and around the property itself.
Nearby places worth visiting
A few favourites within easy driving distance, all measured in kilometres by road. Pukeiti Rhododendron Park (10 km), Egmont National Park - North Egmont Visitor Centre (12 km), Brooklands Zoo (16 km), Pukekura Park (17 km), Coastal Walkway and Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (18 km), Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Len Lye Centre (18 km).
Getting here
New Plymouth Airport is 28 km away, roughly a thirty-five minute drive, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for an additional charge. Free private parking is available on site and does not need to be reserved, and an electric vehicle charging station is available for guests. Nearby places to eat include Pikopiko Eatery and Quails Nest Eatery, both around 13 km away.
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