MATAKOHE
Nestled amongst the upper reaches of the historic Kaipara Harbour, Matakohe offers "Real New Zealand Heritage" at its best.
The Matakohe Kauri Museum
The focal point is the world famous Kauri Museum depicting the mighty kauri tree and faithfully charting the history of the people, area and community. Magnificent displays, steam sawmills and large mill machinery, kauri gum exhibits, a quality 1900's kauri house, beautiful kauri and other native timber panels, extensive photographs, historic buildings and superb collections of memorabilla make The Kauri Museum a "must see". Be sure to allow at least two or three hours to spend at the Museum when you plan your holiday.
The home of the first NZ-born Prime Minister, Gordon Coates, Matakohe is steeped in history supported by an intensely proud community who will make sure your visit is a truly memorable one.
Visitors to Matakohe have the choice of two cafe's. The Gumdiggers Cafe is opposite the museum and 40 yards past the Museum on the same side of the road as the museum is Matakohe House Cafe and B&B Hotel which offer first class accommodation and even has a helipad for guests arriving in helicopters.
The home of the first NZ-born Prime Minister, Gordon Coates, Matakohe is steeped in history supported by an intensely proud community who will make sure your visit is a truly memorable one.
Visitors to Matakohe have the choice of two cafe's. The Gumdiggers Cafe is opposite the museum and 40 yards past the Museum on the same side of the road as the museum is Matakohe House Cafe and B&B Hotel which offer first class accommodation and even has a helipad for guests arriving in helicopters.
The Matakohe Top 10 Holiday Park is located at the end of Church Road. The holiday park has amotel unit and self-contained units, cabins, powered sites and tent sites providing quality four-star modern amenities.