2140 Colville Road, Coromandel, New Zealand
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Our location at 2140 Colville Road makes it easy to take day trips around Northern Coromandel and return to the comfort of your cozy farm retreat in the evenings.

 

Located in Colville on the stunning Coromandel Peninsula, Whitestar Station is the perfect gateway to the rugged beauty of Northern Coromandel.


The Scenic Journey North Travel up the iconic, pohutukawa-lined Thames Coast Road (SH25). We are a scenic 30-minute drive north of Coromandel Town. As you head through Colville, you’ll enter a landscape where the pace slows down and the true adventure begins.
Perfectly Positioned for Exploration

Travel Times:
From Auckland: Approximately 3 hours.
From Coromandel Town: 30 minutes.
From Thames: 1 hour 30 minutes.


Pahi Coastal Walk: We are a short 4-minute drive (2.8km) from the Hike & Bike shuttle departure point at 76 Wharf Road.
Local Iconic Beaches: We are the ideal base for exploring Port Jackson and Fletcher Bay.
Farm & Nature: Spend your days exploring our 1,143-hectare farm, including private walking tracks and mountain streams.
Nearby Dining: Just a few minutes' drive to the Hereford 'n' Pickle café and the Colville General Store.

Distances from

Whitestar Station

  • Hike & Bike (Pahi Shuttle): 2.8km (4 mins)

  • Coromandel Town: 24km (30 mins)

  • Whitianga: 68km (1 hour 15 mins)

  • Thames: 78km (1 hour 30 mins)

  • Auckland: 192km (3 hours)

  • Hamilton: 183km (2 hours 45 mins)

  • Tauranga: 189km (3 hours)

  • Whangamata: 142km (2 hours 15 mins)

  • Rotorua: 234km (3 hours 30 mins)

Drive Times

Whitestar Station is the perfect base to explore the wider peninsula.

  • Colville General Store: 5 mins

  • Hereford 'n' Pickle: 5 mins

  • Port Jackson: 45 mins

  • Fletcher Bay: 1 hour

  • Hot Water Beach / Cathedral Cove / Hahei:

  • 2 hours

Discover Colville & Beyond

The Gateway to the North In its pioneer days, Colville was a bustling timber milling town. In the 1970s, it became a magnet for those seeking natural beauty and isolation, and today it remains a unique, vibrant hub serving a local community of farmers, artists, and adventurers.

The Moehau Range & Coastal Views Heading north from Colville, you’re treated to spectacular views as the Moehau Range rises steeply from the ocean. This is the heart of the Northern Coromandel, where the landscape remains untouched and wild.

Iconic Beaches & Bays

  • Port Jackson: A long, spacious beach perfect for camping, fishing, and taking in the coastal air.

  • Fletcher Bay: Located at the very top of the peninsula, this bay is steeped in local legends of mariners, gold digging, and historic shipwrecks.

  • Waikawau Bay: Accessible by crossing the range to the east, this expansive sandy beach is famous for swimming, diving, and fishing. During breeding season, it’s a sanctuary for the New Zealand Dotterel and Variable Oystercatcher.

  • Exploring the East: Venture further to discover the quiet beauty of Port Charles, Little Bay, and Kennedy Bay.

Cape Colville Standing at Cape Colville, you can look out across the Hauraki Gulf toward Little Barrier Island, Great Barrier Island, and the Watchman.

Walking & Hiking The area north of Colville is a hiker's paradise. Whether you are looking for a gentle 20-minute stroll or a challenging half-day hike, the trails here offer some of the best vistas in New Zealand.