I asked my husband what is the highlight of our NZ trip and his answer is the place where we stayed - the Pauanui Farm!
This place is hidden gem - very relaxing and peaceful. It is located on a quiet side road and is very private. You definitely need a car to get here. The accommodation is on a separate building; has full kitchen and private bathroom. There are sweeping views of the nearby countryside and mountains from huge windows on 3 sides.
The nearby beach towns are very pleasant and have a selection of restaurants and grocery shops. Many of the Coromandel's attractions are fairly close to Pauanui Farm.
We enjoyed our stay a lot and highly recommend this property!