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“The Grove is a pretty magical place to visit. Roundtrip walk takes about 40 minutes and is relatively well kept with a gentle incline. The track makes its way easily upwards to a viewing platform through a series of limestone blocks, some sculpted into wonderful shapes by water. The tentacle-like roots of northern rātā trees that hang down many of the blocks create an eerie atmosphere. Nīkau palms are also a feature of the reserve. The Grove Scenic Reserve is about 8 km east of Takaka. At Clifton, turn off Abel Tasman Drive into Clifton Road, then into Rocklands Road. There is a small car park and picnic area about 1 km from Clifton.”

“The track to Wharariki Beach travels over farm paddocks and through a section of coastal forest, before arriving a the beautiful windswept coast. The best time to visit is at low tide, when you can walk the length of the beach and take in spectacular coastlines, caverns, islands, and enormous sand dunes along the way. Source: DOC Sometimes baby seals are swimming near the rocks. Please keep your distance while viewing their wonderful antics.”

“fabulous food, great music venue and mussel Inn even makes there own craft beer great atmosphere with a welcoming open fire 💃 dancing sometimes a great place to stop world selected talent from music to poetry nights quizz night or just a fab craft beer and a home made pie ”

“Teashop and authentic European style breads and cakes - Lawrence's favourite bretzels!”