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Summer hours: Labour weekend - Easter weekend 9am - 5pm Kumeu Winter hours: After Easter weekend - Labour weekend 10am - 4pm Visitors Information Open 7 days a week - Closed Christmas day only Centre 1 Contents Welcome ...... 2 The Region ...... 3 Kumeu, Waimaukau & Muriwai Valley ...... 3 Muriwai Beach ...... 4 Woodhill & Helensville ...... 5 Events Calender ...... 6 Food & Wine ...... 7 Wineries & winery restaurants restaurants, cafés & bars Activities ...... 20 Family fun, tours, golf, gardens, spa’s & adventure Accommodation ...... 25 Hotel, lodge, motel, self contained, bed & breakfast Shopping ...... 28 Gifts & speciality stores Travelling ...... 30 Advertisers Index ...... 32 Maps ...... 33 2 Kumeu Wine Country is a treat for the senses... A warm welcome Taste the fl avours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland’s Heritage Wine Region. Kumeu boasts an array of world renowned wineries, cosy cafés, award winning restaurants and artisan brewers. Local produce stalls are dotted along the country drive from Auckland through Kumeu to Helensville in the North West. Seek out adventure. Kumeu Wine Country is Auckland’s coastal playground offering everything an adventure seeker needs - gallop along the beach, mountain bike the trails, try trail biking, four wheel driving, blokarting, surf casting, kite fi shing, surfi ng, bush walking, hiking, quad biking, orienteering, paintball or you can tee off on one of the fi rst class golf courses. Experience the textures, sights and sounds of Kumeu Wine Country amidst the stunning countryside and magnifi cent coastline. There’s a selection of galleries, arts and crafts and specialty shops to inspire your senses. Indulge your senses and experience all that Kumeu Wine Country has to offer. A pleasant 25 minute drive from Auckland, this picturesque rural area offers all visitors a sensational array of attractions and activities. 3 The Region Kumeu, Waimauku and Muriwai Valley Kumeu Kumeu Village and the surrounding countryside of Waimauku and Muriwai Valley plays host to the Kumeu Wine Country wine trail. This area is steeped in history with wineries in the area dating back to the 1930s when families from Croatia established homes and livelihoods just as they had in their homeland. This infl uence remains strong, with many of these families still living locally and producing world class wines. The wineries range in size from boutique artisan winemakers to some of the best known names in wine, offering diverse and interesting wine styles. Some of the wineries concentrate their efforts producing wines from the unique vineyards of Kumeu Wine Country; whilst others produce wines from the other reputed grape growing regions such as Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne, Wairarapa and Central Otago. Kumeu Wine Country is renowned for its unique cellar door experiences, offering many festivals, special events and summertime jazz to entertain you. No visit to Kumeu would be complete without stopping for a well deserved meal or coffee at one of several award winning restaurants or cafés ideally situated in this Continued 4 The Region - continued Kumeu, Waimauku and Muriwai Valley beautiful region. For those planning a wedding, there are numerous romantic venues perfect for intimate gatherings, through to large scale celebrations. Dotted along the wine trail is an array of specialty shops and galleries hosting displays from talented local artists, the ideal location for a spot of shopping. Why not indulge yourself with a visit to a day spa to relax and revive. You will be tempted to extend your stay here with a variety of rural farm stays, motels or superior B&B’s on offer. Muriwai Beach A windswept rugged coastline, 50kms of surf beach and rolling dunes of black sand characterise Muriwai Beach, making it one of Auckland’s most popular west coast beaches. Muriwai is home to a wide range of birds but it is the gannets (takapu) that most visitors come to see. The Muriwai Regional Park backs onto Woodhill forest and is one of the highlights of visiting the Rodney District. There are several walking tracks including the famous Goldie’s Bush, which offers spectacular coastal views as it winds its way along the cliff tops from Muriwai to Bethell’s beach. Experience the great outdoors at Muriwai with fun activities including: swimming, surfi ng, surf casting, kite fi shing, blokarting, horse riding, hiking, picnics, and a links golf course with spectacular views. Muriwai is a destination for all budgets and all lifestyles. 5 The Region - continued Woodhill and Helensville Woodhill The Woodhill and Riverhead pine forests is an adventure playground paradise. Activities available include ropes courses, hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, off-road trail bike riding, four-wheel driving, and quad biking, orienteering and picnicking. Woodhill Mountain Bike Park is a “mecca” for mountain bike enthusiasts in New Zealand and around the world with over 50 trails, 150km of single track and more than 200 structures. Helensville Spend a day in Helensville and you will be amazed at what is on offer. The area boasts a wealth of recreational amenities for all interests and age groups including horse riding, golf, fi shing, walks, cafés, restaurants, and plenty of places to shop for something a bit different. Nearby Parakai offers fl ying lessons or skydiving for the adventurous, then soak away your cares in the natural thermal hot pools. Helensville, yours to discover! For more information on activities in the Kumeu Wine Country region visit www.kumeuwinecountry.co.nz, phone 09 412 9886 or visit the Kumeu Visitor Information Centre, 49 Main Rd, Kumeu, Auckland. 6 Events Calender Kumeu Art in the Garden www.kumeuartinthegarden.co.nz November Taupaki Public Fireworks Display www.taupaki.school.nz Oct – Nov Kumeu Rotary Christmas Parade www.kumeuwinecountry.co.nz December Classic Car & Hot Rod Festival www.kumeuhotrodshow.co.nz 3rd Weekend January Auckland Folk Festival www.aucklandfolkfestival.co.nz January Coopers Creek Summer www.cooperscreek.co.nz Jan – March Sunday Jazz concerts Beer, Wine & Food Festival www.kumeufestival.blogspot.com Feb Hallertau Hop Festival www.hallertau.co.nz March Kumeu Agriculture and www.kumeushow.co.nz March Horticulture Show Berba Croatian Harvest Festival www.soljans.co.nz Easter at Soljans Estate Winery Scarecrow Festival www.kumeuwinecountry.co.nz April Just Gardening www.kumeushowgrounds. September co.nz/garden.htm Food & Wine 7 Food & Wine Enjoy tastings, winery With so many wonderful wineries in the region, tours, or great food book a wine tour or some transport and indulge in at any one of the a leisurely afternoon visiting all the cellar doors in wonderful cafés and the region. Drop in at any number of fresh market restaurants in the area.area stalls on the roadsides and stock up on the tastiest seasonal produce. Map B pg 35 11 74 Awa Road, Kumeu Come and enjoy a unique setting just 25 minutes from Auckland, located in a beautiful valley in Kumeu’s Wine Country. Our award winning wines are crafted from the grapes we have grown in our vineyard using traditional French methods. Free tastings *roups Zelcome (nMoy a picnic amongst tKe Yines %%4 ² Zood Iired or gas 9ineyard tours by appointment &erYan connections TASTING & CELLAR DOOR HOURS: Weekends and Public Holidays 11am - 6pm Monday - Friday by arrangement Phone: 09 412 6377 Mobile: 021 938 776 Email: [email protected] www.awavalley.co.nz Stewart & Colleen Cameron Map A pg 33 1 Map A pg 33 2 Map A pg 33 4 Map A pg 33 5 NOBILO WINERY CELLAR DOOR Steeped in history, Constellation Brands is the second largest wine producer in New Zealand, offering a selection of popular wines from key grape growing regions such as Marlborough, Hawkes Bay and Gisborne. Constellation Brands is proudly acclaimed as producing some of New Zealand’s most respected products and well-known for its pioneering wine brands. Situated in “Kumeu Wine Country”, only 20 minutes from downtown Auckland along the SH16, you are invited to experience our warm, friendly hospitality at our cellar door and sample some of New Zealand’s greatest wines. Open for tasting and sales: 10am – 5pm weekdays 10am – 5pm weekends and public holidays 45 Station Road, Huapai, Auckland Phone: (09) 412-6666 or (09) 412-6662 Fax: (09) 412-7124 Email: [email protected] www.constellationnz.com Map A pg 33 6 Map A pg 33 7 Just a 25 minute drive from Auckland CBD, nestled in the beautiful and tranquil Ararimu Valley is the home of West Brook, where in picturesque grounds you can unwind and taste some of NZ’s finest wines. The Ivicevich family personally invite you to share their dreams and passion to make great NZ wines and enjoy the superb setting where you can play Petanque or Chess on the large outdoor sets by the lake, lined with umbrellas and tables where you can picnic and savour a few wines, enjoy the shade of the many specimen trees, or simply stroll among the vines. Group Bookings essential for private tastings. Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Monday to Saturday 11am - 5pm Sunday and Public holidays Map A pg 33 9 Food & Wine 15 “Twin Totara Cabernet Franc Merlot 2005 is a firm concentrated wine with a rich fruit over a savoury backbone. It is drinking very well now.” SUE COURTNEY Father and son Harry and Greg CELLAR DOOR & TASTING Haddon planted the first vines at the Open 10am to 5pm small family owned vineyard in 1997. Weekends Wine is a culmination of soil, weather - Other times by appointment - and passion. We carefully selected the site to give us the best soil, the 816 OLD NORTH ROAD weather is in the gods, but we control WAIMAUKU the passion. www.twintotara.co.nz Come and share our passion! PHONE 09 411 9675 Map A pg 33 8 Opening hours 11am-5pm Wednesday-Saturday Ph 09 83 85102 Fax 09 83 85103 393 Henderson Valley Rd Henderson, Waitakere City www.corazonwines.co.nz Nestled in the beautiful Henderson Valley 20mins from the CBD in the heart of the wine district. Taste premium, hand crafted wines made by a European trained winemaker. Buy direct from the cellar door. Winery tours and group bookings by arrangement. Map B pg 35 16 16 Food & Wine Nestled amongst the rolling farmland of Riverhead, just 20 minutes from Central Auckland, Hallertau Brewbar & Restaurant is an oasis of culinary persuasion that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. We’re a micro brewery, winery and restaurant in one, specialising in our own distinctive, unpasturised and unfiltered beers. Experience our variety of sensational brews, award winning fruit wines and fantastic food in this unique location bordering Auckland’s spectacular West Coast. Open 7 days a week 11am to midnight 1171 Coatesville-Riverhead Highway, West Auckland phone. 09 412 5555 email. [email protected] web. www.hallertau.co.nz Map A pg 33 10 10 MapM000 A pg 33 3 Food & Wine 17 BEESONLINE 791 State Highway 16, RD3 Waimauku 09 411 7953 www.beesOnline.co.nz BeesOnline a destination visit – a contemporary, purpose built honey centre & café. s &REE TASTINGS OF THE DISTINCT mAVOURS OF THE .EW :EALAND HONEY RANGE s !WARD WINNING CAFÏ AND BAR WITH INDOOR OUTDOOR SEATING WITH lRE PLACES s 6IEW HONEY BEES IN ACTION WITH A LIVE DEMONSTRATION HIVE s 2ETAIL SHOP OFFERING A RANGE OF .ATIVE /RGANIC 5-&® Manuka honeys s 3USTAINABLE SITE WITH EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPED GROUNDS PONDS SHOWCASING .EW :EALAND NATIVE PLANTS /N THE WAY TO THE 'ANNET COLONY AND 7EST #OAST BEACHES BeesOnline – not to be missed! Map A pg 33 12 BLOSSOMS Cnr State Highways 16 & 28, Kumeu 09 412 6071 Open 6 days: 7am – 4pm Tuesday to Sunday ,OVELY /RCHARD SETTING WITH AN AMAZING RANGE OF CABINET FOOD BRUNCH AND LUNCH OPTIONS TO SUIT EVERYONES TASTES delicious coffee is our specialty. 3AUCES PICKLES AND CHUTNEYS MADE ONSITE PRODUCED FROM locally sourced product. &AMOUS FOR OUR DELICIOUS CAKES WHICH ARE BAKED DAILY %XTENSIVE ALL DAY BREAKFAST MENU OF OUR WINES ARE SUPPLIED BY LOCAL WINERIES ,ARGE PARKING FACILITY MapM000 A pg 33 13 18 Food & Wine GRACEHILL CAFÉ 34 Pomona Road, Kumeu 09 412 8622 [email protected] www.gracehill.co.nz 'RACEHILL 6INEYARD %STATE NOW OPERATES A #AFÏ SO YOU CAN ENJOY THE BEAUTY AMBIENCE AND DELICIOUS FOOD THATS ALL PART OF THE UNIQUE 'RACEHILL EXPERIENCE ANY &RIDAY 3ATURDAY AND 3UNDAY FROM TEN TILL THREE &OR A RELAXED CASUAL DINING EXPERIENCE COME AND ENJOY OUR SUMPTUOUS MENU BEFORE TAKING A RELAXING WALK AROUND OUR BEAUTIFUL VINEYARD STUNNING GARDENS OR ask our kitchen for some bread to feed the ducks in our lake. Space is limited so bookings are recommended. 10 Map A pg 33 15 Food & Wine 19 KUMEU CELLARS Shop 16, Kumeu Village Shopping Centre, Main Road, Kumeu 09 412-7020 Hours: 7E STOCK OVER WINES INCLUDING -ON 4HURS AM PM NUMEROUS SMALL .EW :EALAND VINEYARDS A LARGE SELECTION OF SPIRITS LIQUEURS AND &RIDAY AM PM beers. 3ATURDAY AM PM s 7E CAN soURCE WINES TO ORDER AND OFFER 3UNDAYS 0UBLIC (OLIDAYS CASE DISCOUNTS ON BOTH SINGLE AND MIXED AM PM cases. s 1Uotes and free local delivery on party orders. Map A pg 33 28 189 Motutara Road, Muriwai Beach +64 9 411-8624 [email protected] Welcome to Wuz’s Café Restaurant – open every day at Muriwai Beach, Auckland. Come in and enjoy the great view over the beach whilst enjoying the fresh food cooked to Wuz’s taste. Seven days breakfast and lunch. Evening and groups by prior arrangement. Map A pg 33 17 20 Activities Activities Mountain biking, Creative adventure companies within the region beach fun, golf would love to show off the scenic highlights and and spectacular adventure opportunities available. Experience the walks are part and spectacular coastal beauty of the Muriwai Regional parcel of the Kumeu Park and take the time to watch the action at the experience. gannet colony. CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN 80 Candia Rd, Swanson 833 5033 F 833 5044 [email protected] www.crystalmountain.co.nz &UN ACTIVITIES FOR ALL THE FAMILY VISIT THE CAFÏ RIDE THE TRAIN AROUND THE ANIMAL PARK AND FEED THE EXOTIC ANIMALS PAN FOR CRYSTALS RIDE THE 'ONZALES 2OLLER #OASTER OR TRAVEL BY ELEVATOR TO THE HEART OF #RYSTAL -OUNTAIN TO EXPLORE THE #RYSTAL -INE -USEUM WITH RARE AND EXQUISITE CRYSTALS MINERALS FOSSILS AND METEORITES FROM AROUND THE WORLD AND BEYOND 2ETAIL GALLERY WITH MANY TEMPTING ITEMS UNIQUE JEWELLERY CRYSTAL GIFTS AND SOUVENIRS @7AITAKERE #ITY 4OURISM !WARD WINNER SITUATED ON ACRES IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE BEAUTIFUL 7AITAKERE 2ANGES. Map B pg 35 18 Activities 21 FINE FOOD AND WINE TOURS Call Free 0800 023 111 www.finewinetours.co.nz Phil@finewinetours.co.nz Come on an exclusive, relaxing wine and food adventure! !LL TOURS INCLUDE 6INEYARD lunch, tea/coffee; transfers from inner city; CLIMATE CONTROLLED LUXURY COACH FULL TASTING NOTES COASTAL AND RURAL SCENERY SMALL NUMBERS MAX ENSURING A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE 0HIL 0ARKER FOOD AND WINE WRITER IS YOUR PERSONAL TOUR GUIDE h(IGHLY 2ECOMMENDEDv &ROMMERS GUIDE 'REAT &OOD 7INE 4OUR n &OODIE (EAVEN (ALF $AY +UMEU REGION PICNIC OR CAFÏ LUNCH 7EST COAST AND -URIWAI BLACK SAND BEACH !LSO &ULL $AY 7INE 4OUR OPTION Map A pg 33 19 HUAPAI GOLF CLUB 1261 Coatesville/Riverhead Highway, Riverhead 09 412 8809 F 09 412 7218 [email protected] (UAPAI 'OLF #LUB IS LOCATED JUST MINUTES FROM THE !UCKLAND #"$ AND THE .ORTH 3HORE AND IS SITED ON THE SHORES OF THE UPPER 7AITEMATA HARBOUR 4HE CLUB OFFERS AN EASY WALKING COURSE THAT PROVIDES A GOOD CHALLENGE PLAYED IN A PEACEFUL RURAL ENVIRONMENT WITH GREAT SCENERY %NJOY OUR EXCELLENT CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES AFTER YOUR ROUND !LL GOLF EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR HIRE !LL CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE 'ROUP BOOKINGS WELCOMED Map A pg 33 20 22 Activities WILLOWS REACH LODGE GARDENS 252 Boord Crescent, Kumeu 09 412 7004 or 021 034 1119 [email protected] www.willowsreach.co.nz Nor West garden of the Year 2008 &IVE acRES OF AWARD WINNING GARDENS FEATURING RUSTIC BUILDINGS SMALL LAKE AND PONDS DRY STONE WALLS FERNERIES SUMMERHOUSE AND BOATSHED BY A CREEK 6ISIT OUR VERY FRIENDLY DONKEYS LLAMAS AND EXOTIC POULTRY s Picture perfeCT BACKDROP FOR WEDDING PHOTOS s 3MALL WEDDING VENUE s 'ARDEN 4OURS s $EVONSHIRE 4EAS s !CCOMMODATION FOR A COUPLE IN OUR LUXURY QUEEN SIZE SUITE OVERLOOKING THE small lake Map A pg 33 39 MURIWAI GOLF CLUB Coast Road, Muriwai Call 0800 MURIWAI or 09 411 8454 F 09 411 7123 [email protected] www.muriwaigolfclub.co.nz 4O PLAY -URIWAI IS TO PLAY GOLF AS NATURE INTENDED ! 4RUE ,INKS #OURSE SITUATED APPROXIMATELY MINUTES FROM !UCKLAND CITY ON THE RUGGEDLY BEAUTIFUL 7EST COAST &ULL FACILITIES AVAILABLE INCLUDING s %LECTRIC CARTS s Pull trundlers s Hire clubs s #ATERINg and BAR SERVICE DAYS 'ROUP COMPANY AND CASUAL GOLFERS WELCOME Map A pg 33 22 Activities 23 ART IN THE GARDEN www.kumeuartinthegarden.co.nz 09 412 9602 F 09 412 9603 [email protected] Join us Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November for a charity event celebrating the blending of art and culture within outstanding garden galleries. 100 of the best regional artists & sculptors, in six of Kumeu’s award winning gardens. Entry is $15 for two days; tickets are limited. Book early and enjoy this spectacle. Map A pg 33 21 MURIWAI SURF SCHOOL Muriwai Beach 021 468 734 [email protected] www.muriwaisurfschool.co.nz Our surf shed is located right by Muriwai Beach on Auckland’s beautiful West Coast. We offer daily surf lessons with qualified professional instructors in a fun and safe environment. We have New Zealand’s largest range of surfboards and wetsuits for hire. On windy days try sailing our Blokarts on the beach! Open daily 10am – 6pm. Bookings recommended. Map A pg 33 23 TREE ADVENTURES 0800 TARZAN (827 926) www.treeadventures.co.nz Bookings are essential .ESTLED IN THE TREETOPS OF THE BEAUTIFUL 7OODHILL &OREST A SHORT DRIVE FROM !UCKLAND CITY THERE IS AN ADVENTURE WONDERLAND WAITING TO BE CONQUERED 4REE !DVENTURES IS AN EXCITING NEW OUTDOOR ACTIVITY THAT OFFERS AN EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE 7ITH DIFFERENT COURSES RANGING FROM TO METRES ABOVE THE GROUND THERES SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE %ACH COURSE HAS A SERIES OF FUN AND CHALLENGING ACTIVITIES THAT WIND THEIR WAY THROUGH THE TREETOPS ENDING WITH AN EXHILARATING mYING FOX RIDE 3UITABLE FOR NOVICES THROUGH TO HARDENED ADRENALIN JUNKIES 4REE !DVENTURES PROVIDES UP TO HOURS OF THRILLS LAUGHTER AND ADVENTURE AND IS AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE Map A pg 33 26 24 Activities PARAKAI SPRINGS 150 Parkhurst Road, Parakai 09 420 8998 F 09 420 8909 [email protected] www.parakaisprings.co.nz Unleash Norwest’s best kept secret for the ultimate day trip. Just over 40 minutes from Auckland’s CBD lies one of New Zealand’s natural Geothermal wonders – Parakai Springs. Large indoor and outdoor hot pools and two thrilling water slides have been the main attractions for decades or come and relax in the secluded private rock pool. Map A pg 33 24 SPA DI VINE 12 Taylor Road, Waimauku 09 411 5290 [email protected] www.spadivine.co.nz Face - Body - Wellness 3PA $I 6INE IS PROUD TO BE ONE OF THE WORLDS LUXURY 7INE 3PAS n offering 6INO4HERAPY TREATMENTS A SKIN TREATMENT INCORPORATING ALL THE GOODNESS FROM GRAPES AND THE WINE MAKING PROCESS 4HE PRIVACY OF THE TERRACE COURTYARD SPA POOL PAVILION AND RELAXATION LOUNGE WITH OPEN lRE MAKES 3PA $I 6INE A FANTASTIC SETTING FOR CORPORATE SMALL GROUPS COUPLE ESCAPES GIRLS DAY OUT AND MUM AND DAUGHTERS PACKAGES TOO /PTIONS INCLUDE FACE AND BODY TREATMENTS MASSAGE SACRED HOT STONE THERAPY full days and half day packages of divine indulgence and spa treatments. Map A pg 33 25 Accommodation 25 Accommodation The hospitality of the The accommodations are ideally positioned for hosts in the region the visitor to explore the region whilst relaxing is outstanding, with in stunning rural surrounds. We have venues that can cater for larger groups such as wedding a great range of parties as well as offering fi rst class conference accommodations. facilities. WILLOWS REACH LODGE 252 Boord Crescent, Kumeu 09 412 7004 or 021 034 1119 [email protected] www.willowsreach.co.nz Luxury Boutique Country Retreat 2OMANTIC HIDEAWAY ONLY MINUTES FROM !UCKLAND %SCAPE TO THIS IDYLLIC lVE ACRES TO TRULY RELAX AND UNWIND 1UEEN SIZE SUITE OVERLOOKING A SMALL LAKE ENJOY THE PEACE AND TRANQUILLITY IN PRIVACY s #OMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS TO RESTAURANTS AND WEDDING VENUES s #OMPLIMEntaRY WINE BEER FRUIT JUICE CHEESE AND FRUIT PLATTER PORT CHOCOLATES s 'OURMET BREAKFAST TRY ouR SPECIALITY hROSE PETAL JAMv s !WARD WINNING GARDENS TO Wander around s 4AKE A BOOK OR #$ TO THE 3UMMERHoUSE OR ENJOY YOUR WINE IN THE "OATSHED s 6ISIT OUR FRIENDLY DONKEYS ANd llamas Hosts: *ENNY !RSCOTT 'EOFF #LARKE Map A pg 33 39 26 Accommodation COATESVILLE LAVENDER HILL Luxury Bed & Breakfast 11 Beacon Rd (Lloyd Rd, RD3, Albany) Coatesville & F 64 9 412 5275 M 021 728 051 [email protected] www.lavenderhill.co.nz Set amidst the lavender beds, olive groves and lemon orchards, enjoy the peace and tranquility of our luxuriously appointed bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom. Spa and swimming pools at adjacent homestead. Views over Auckland and Upper Harbour, Waitakere Ranges and Riverhead Forest. Tariff includes comprehensive Continental breakfast. Cooked breakfasts also available. Sky TV and wireless internet. Map A pg 33 32 LINCOLN GREEN HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE 159 Lincoln Road, Henderson Phone: 0800 838 7006 [email protected] Book online: www.lincolngreen.co.nz s Premium, superior and standard accommodation options s Icon Restaurant and Bar159 s Free car parking s Guest kitchen provides self cater facilities s Individual function rooms, perfect wedding reception venue s Close proximity to the Trusts Stadium, local beaches and wineries Map B pg 35 33 AUCKLAND’S WAITAKERE ESTATE 573 Scenic Drive, Waiatarua, Auckland [email protected] www.waitakereestate.co.nz !UCKLANDS 7AITAKERE %STATE !UCKLAND #ITYS 2AINFOREST 2ETREAT IS LOCATED ON A RIDGE TOP SET IN ACRES OF PRISTINE NATIVE FOREST IN THE 7AITAKERE 2ANGES (ERITAGE 0ARK 4HE FOUR STAR "OUTIQUE (OTELS PERFECT ECO SETTING GIVES NEARBY ACCESS TO MAGNIlCENT FOREST WALKS RUGGED 7EST #OAST BEACHES AND VINEYARDS (OTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE ACCOMMODATION ROOMS WITH MAGNIlCENT BUSH AND CITY VIEWS A LARGE RELAXING LOUNGE BAR WITH LOG lRES RESTAURANT EXTENSIVE GARDENS AND FOREST WALKS 7ITH !UCKLANDS 7AITAKERE %STATES CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE AIRPORTS AND CITY THE HOTEL IS AN IDEAL DESTINATION FOR THE lRST OR LAST COUPLE OF DAYS AROUND !UCKLAND Map B pg 35 38 Accommodation 27 MOCKING BIRD HILL FARM 25 School Road, Waimauku 0881 e 09 411 7007 F 09 411 9001 [email protected] z www.mockingbirdhill.co.nz Set well off the road amidst 45 tranquil acres, surrounded by rambling gardens, including pool, spa and BBQ areas. Close to west coast beaches, Mocking Bird wineries and wedding venues. Hill Farm Bob & Sue offer 2 queen bedrooms in the main homestead and self-contained accommodation, Boutique homestay that sleeps up to 5. Full English and/or continental breakfast. Your pets are welcome by arrangement. Map A pg 33 34 PAKINUI FARM STAY AND B&B 145145 NixonNixon Road,Taupaki,Road,Taupaki, R.D.R.D. 22 0909 412412 81528152 oror 021021 158021 664158 5664 [email protected]@xtra.co.nz www.pakinuifarmstay.co.nzwww.pakinuifarmstay.co.nz Pakinui Farm stay and B&B, set in a peaceful location only 20 minutes from Auckland. The farm stay is situated among picturesque gardens and rolling farmland with various farm animals for families to enjoy. The 3 guest bedrooms and living areas open out onto large decks that include a spa pool. Also available: a spacious S/C Unit. Map A pg 33 35 THE OLIVES 283 Old North Road, Kumeu 09 412 7770 [email protected] www.theolives.co.nz Enjoy a relaxing stay at The Olives, luxury boutique accommodation! Our two beautifully appointed guest rooms are set in tranquil surroundings, featuring a lovely Provencal courtyard and spa pool. Conveniently located in the heart of Kumeu, we are only minutes away from shops, cafés, restaurants, vineyards, golf courses, and wedding venues. Map A pg 33 36 VINEYARD COTTAGES 1011 Old North Rd, Waimauku 09 411 8248 [email protected] www.vineyardcottages.co.nz Surrounded by vineyards these unique cottages take you back in time without losing the luxuries of today. Facilities include an outdoor patio, barbecue, fireplace, and king sized bed. Landscaped to preserve your privacy and enhance the rural setting, your cottage is a secluded haven from the world. Map A pg 33 37 28 Shopping Shopping The region offers Stop in and explore the stylish gift stores, art great shopping galleries, cafés, artisan bakers and food producers experiences, so and so much more. Pamper yourself with a spa treatment encompassing unique grape based indulge in some treatments. And of course don’t forget to purchase retail therapy. your favourite local wines to remember your stay. OUT WEST Waimauku Village, Cnr. SH16 & Factory Rd, Waimauku 09 411 7312 [email protected] www.out-west.co.nz #OME TO /UT 7EST FOR A UNIQUE AND DIFFERENT SHOPPING EXPERIENCE BASED IN 7AIMAUKU 6ILLAGE ON 3( ONLY MINUTES FROM -URIWAI BEACH AND 7OODHILL &OREST 7HETHER YOURE A COWBOY OR A CORPORATE THERES SOMETHING HERE FOR YOU 7ITH 2- 7ILLIAMS TROUSERS )TALIAN SHIRTS AND #RAFTSMAN BOOTS FOR THE CORPORATE LOOK OR 7RANGLER 2ODEO JEANS COWBOY BOOTS AND HATS FOR THE COWBOY 9OULL lND a sense of class amiss from most stores, come in, smell the leather, try out a 7ESTERN SADDLE OR HAVE A CRACK WITH A BULL WHIP YOULL ENJOY EVERY MINUTE Map A pg 33 29 Shopping 29 AMBIENCE HOME & GIFTS Unit 2/325 State Highway 16, Huapai/Kumeu 09 412 2466 F 09 416 6754 [email protected] Ambience is situated in one of Kumeu’s finest buildings 200mtrs past Carriages Café heading north. Unique gifts with a difference, styled with an old worldly charm, a must to see - something for everyone. Come and browse through the eclectic mix of home décor, the latest styles and fashionable kiwiana made in NZ. Open 7 days. Map A pg 33 27 SMASHING GIFTS & PROMOTIONS Kumeu Village - Open 7 Days 09 412 7788 www. smashinggifts.co.nz Glasses - Coasters - Cheeseboards and Knives - Souvenirs - Vases - Ceramics - Jewellery - Paua Hand painted, sandblasted, etched or printed designer gifts off the shelf or personalised Unique - NZ made - Smashing Gifts. World famous in Kumeu - prepare to be amazed. Map A pg 33 30 WAIMAUKU SHOPPING VILLAGE Cnr. State Highway 16 & Factory Rd, Waimauku 09 411 9586 [email protected] Supermarket $ISCOVER THIS EXCITING NEW SHOPPING CENTRE JUST BEFORE THE Café TURNOFF TO -URIWAI "EACH ONLY MINUTES FROM !UCKLAND CITY 7ITH ITS UNIQUE STORES THAT ARE OWNED BY LOCALS AND Art Gallery FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE ITS THE WAY SHOPPING USED TO BE Kitchen wear 0LENTY OF PARKING AND OPEN DAYS Gift shop ! FRIENDLY FAMILY VILLAGE JUST UP THE ROAD FROM Design store -URIWAI BEACH … and more Map A pg 33 31 30 Place names Huapai - Good fruit Muriwai - Junction of Maori place names: Kumeu - Pulling the streams breast (action used to incite a war party) Climate New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons are the opposite to those in the northern hemisphere. Summer is December to February whilst winter is June to August. Average summer temperature is 22° Celsius (72° Fahrenheit) and winter 12° Celsius (48° Fahrenheit). Currency New Zealand Dollars (NZ$). Please check with your bank for current exchange rates. Travellers cheques and most major international credit cards are accepted. GST All goods and services purchased in New Zealand are subject to 12.5% Goods and Services tax. This is usually included in the price, although some hotels and restaurants may quote prices excludingg GGST.ST. 31 Train & Bus Services Taxis Rental Cars Visit www.maxx.co.nz or Nor’West Taxis www.acerentalcars.co.nz Ph 09 366 6400 or text Ph 09 412 9335 Ace Rental Cars 0800 502 277 3666 for all bus and train from $34* per day. information. *Website Quote July 09 Road Rules New Zealand road rules follow international standards. New Zealand drives on the left side of the road (the same as in the UK and Japan, and opposite to the USA and Europe). Do remember to take breaks and rest periods. Seat belts: In New Zealand the law is clear on the use of Safety Belts and Child Restraints in vehicles. The law requires everyone in the car to wear a safety belt, regardless of where they are sitting. The maximum speed limit on the open road is 100km/h. Urban Areas: The maximum speed limit for all urban areas is 50km/h. Kumeu Wine Country is committed too promoting sustainable tourism wwithinit the region. This brochure has been produced keeping a sustainable future in consideration and is printed on chlorine free (ECF) pulp sourced from Well Managed Forests. For more info go to www.fsc.org. Inks used are mineral free. If you would like to be part of the next edition please contact the Kumeu Visitor Centre, 09 412 9886 [email protected] 32 Advertisers Index map and page reference... map ref Page map ref Page A Helensville Information Centre ...... IFC A 39 Willows Reach Lodge Gardens ...... 22 A Kumeu Visitor Information Centre .. IFC A 22 Muriwai Golf Club ...... 22 A 21 Art in the Garden ...... 23 Food & Wine Page A 23 Muriwai Surf School ...... 23 B 11 Artisan Wines ...... 7 A 26 Tree Adventures ...... 23 A 1 Awa Valley Wines ...... 8 A 24 Parakai Springs Aquatic Park ...... 24 A 2 Coopers Creek ...... 9 A 25 Spa Di Vine ...... 24 A 4 Kumeu River Wines ...... 10 A 5 Matua Valley Wines ...... 11 Accommodation Page A Nobilo Wine Group ...... 12 6 A 39 Willows Reach Lodge ...... 25 A Soljans Estate Winery ...... 13 7 B 32 Coatesville Lavender Hill ...... 26 A WestBrook Winery ...... 14 9 A 33 Lincoln Green Hotel ...... 26 A Twin Totora ...... 15 8 B 38 Auckland’s Waitakere Estate ...... 26 B Corazon Wines ...... 15 16 A 34 Mocking Bird Hill Farm ...... 27 A Hallertau Brew Bar & Restaurant .... 16 10 A 35 Pakinui Farm Stay & B&B ...... 27 A 3 Kerr Farm Vineyard ...... 16 A 36 The Olives ...... 27 A BeesOnline Honey Centre & Café ... 17 12 A 37 Vineyard Cottages ...... 27 A 13 Blossoms Café ...... 17 A 15 Gracehill Café ...... 18 Shopping Page A 28 Kumeu Cellars ...... 19 A 29 Out West ...... 28 A 17 Wuz’s Café ...... 19 A 27 Ambiance Home & Gifts ...... 29 A 30 Smashing Gifts & Promotions...... 29 Activities Page A 31 Waimauku Shopping Village ...... 29 B 18 Crystal Mountain ...... 20 A 19 Fine Food & Wine Tours ...... 21 A 20 Huapai Golf Club ...... 21 33 Map A Tasman Sea 34 35 36 Map B Travelling from the North via SH16 Travelling from Waitakere Travelling from Auckland City CBD 33 18 16 11 38 Helensville Starting from Wellsford, go south west on Rodney St Starting from Piha, go south east on Seaview Rd Starting from Auckland City Centre, go south west on Bowen Ave After 0.2 km, go right onto Port Albert Rd 1 km, go right onto Piha Rd 55 m, go right onto Victoria St East After 3.4 km, go straight onto Kaipara Coast Hwy 13.8 km, go left onto Scenic Dr 0.1 km, go straight onto Victoria St West After 42.4 km, go right onto North Cres 10.5 km, go straight onto Scenic Dr Nth 0.3 km, go left onto Hobson St Continue for 0.3 km along North Cres to Kaukapakapa 2.9 km, go left onto Waitakere Rd 0.7 km, go straight onto Entry 4 Hobson St From Kaukapakapa, go east on North Cres 2.7 km, go left onto Bethells Rd 0.5 km, go right onto exit 426 Helensville and Port 0.3 km, go straight onto Kaipara Coast Hwy 0.1 km, go right onto Waitakere Rd 0.1 km, go straight 426a Helensville 9.8 km, go straight onto Railway St 9.6 km, go right onto Access Rd 0.8 km, go straight onto Northwestern Mwy 0.8 km, go left onto Bridge St Continue for 0.1 km along Access Rd to Kumeu. 15.6 km, go into roundabout, take exit 1 onto Hobsonville Rd 100 m, go right onto Garfi eld Rd Starting from Henderson Main Street, go north on Lincoln Rd 0.7 km, go into roundabout, take exit 2 onto SH16 0.1 km, go right onto Commercial Rd 2.6 km, go left onto SH16 Entry from Lincoln Rd 7 km, go straight onto Main Rd 0.8 km, go straight onto Mill Rd 0.5 km, go straight onto Northwestern Mwy Continue for 0.7 km along Main Rd to Kumeu Rd to Kumeu. 1.1 km, go into roundabout, take exit 1 onto SH16 3.5 km, go into roundabout, take exit 1 onto Hobsonville Rd 19.1 km, go straight onto Main Rd 0.7 km, go into roundabout, take exit 2 onto SH16 Continue for 2.1 km along Main Rd to Kumeu. 7 km, go straight onto Main Rd Continue for 0.7 km along Main Rd to Kumeu.