Peter and Magda’s beautiful wooden farmhouse showcases one of the many advantages of using Airbnb versus traditional accomodation options: Opening access to great properties and areas that had been inaccessible to a majority of travelers. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of staying close to the green pasture and woods that surround this house, and eating fresh eggs, fruits, and vegetable from a nearby farm. I also personally enjoyed learning much about the contemporary lifestyle of the Maori people from Peter and discussing various topics including the New Zealand economy and global politics with him. Both Peter and Magda are very knowledgable about various destinations in Coromandel Peninsula; you may not even need to consult a travel guidebook.
The guest room was impeccably clean and well presented, with bright yellow adding vivacity to the atmosphere. The shared bathroom, which is separated from the adjacent restroom, is amazingly well-outfitted with a sealed shower booth and double vanity.
If you are a first-timer to Coromandel like myself, please note that the roads here were unlike any other I’ve driven in NZ. They wind through several hills and mountains and are sometimes unsealed; therefore, they demand considerably more focus than ordinary roads, especially under adverse weather or after nightfall. Digital nomads (like myself) should also note that the average Internet speed in Coromandel Peninsula appears to be lower than most urban areas of NZ; if your work demands high-speed Internet, I’d recommend that you visit Luke’s Kitchen at Kuaotunu Beach or the public library in Whitianga for better Internet connection. Better yet, just get your work finished before coming to Coromandel and enjoy your vacation!