Bayley's Guidebook
Outdoors
Some of our favourite walks, and outdoor activities in the area!
Lake Ngaroto
Nice flat walk around the lake. (1.5hours)
Yarndleys Bush
Ngaroto RoadCan climb the hill, or a great mountain biking spot!
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Pirongia Mountain
Can climb the hill, or a great mountain biking spot!
Blue Spring Putaruru
Leslie RoadBeautiful walk along the springs
Amathole Wairere
Goodwin RoadA few different length walks to the waterfall!
Food scene
Alpino Cucina e Vino
43 Victoria StLocal hotspot for fabulous food and coffee! Also do delish pre-made dinners!
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Red Kitchen
69 Mahoe StLocal hotspot for fabulous food and coffee! Also do delish pre-made dinners!
Storyteller Eatery & Bar
221 Mahoe StreetLemongrass
53 Sloane StGreat Thai restaurant in town! Takeaway or dine in!
Fahrenheit
13 Roche StLovely restaurant, not too far from the cottage
Cafe Irresistiblue
156 Turkington RdBlueberry farm... great for a summer ice cream
Paddock
46 Victoria StBeautiful food
Half and Half
65 Sloane StreetPersonal favourite (great cocktails too)
Neighbourhoods
Cambridge
Lovely small town, with lovely cafes and short walks
Our closest city, with lots of restaurants, cafes, bars, parks and activities
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Hamilton
Our closest city, with lots of restaurants, cafes, bars, parks and activities
Karapiro
Lovely lake with great pathways for a bike ride or walk
Sightseeing
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
39 Waitomo Village RdAbsolutely amazing experience