Unique…

That’s the only way to describe Rocky Bay Cove. A private beach and art trail on the Tutukaka Coast.

Access to Rocky Bay Cove is available on a very limited and exclusive basis. Only one booking is taken at a time so campers have exclusive use of the property, which is set amongst landscaped grounds and a growing collection of designer art, including a life-size Giant Moa and NZ’s largest bucket.

A large pond is home to ducks (including the rare native Brown Teal), and the art trails weave their way through bush areas that are a habitat to an array of native birds: pigeon, tui, fantail, warbler, silvereye, and kaka (for a short time in summer).

There is an accessory building on site (7m x 7m) that houses kayaks, fishing tackle, a dingy, and snorkeling gear for guests to use. There is a barbeque, fridge, freezer, microwave, power connections, fresh drinking water, and a flush toilet and warm shower, all available at no extra charge.

The Cove is very safe for swimming and snorkeling, and has a deep water mooring and a private boat ramp that is suitable for any trailer boat. Dolphins regularly visit the Bay and sometimes swim into the Cove.

There is a small hole-in-one floating golf “green” (golf clubs and balls provided), and the kids (big and small) will love to dive for the golf balls after the game! Relax at night with a fire on the beach and cook up your catch of the day.

And there is so much to do in the Tutukaka area. Rocky Bay Cove is only 5 minutes drive to the hub of the coast, Tutukaka, where you will find bars, cafes and shops and only 7 minutes to Matapouri Bay, and 10 minutes to Sandy Bay, one of New Zealand’s best surf beaches. This is an excellent base for families with children as this property offers a selection of things to see and do right on your doorstep.