Situated just 4 minutes from the Pahi Coastal Walk shuttle, Whitestar Station is your perfect base for an authentic New Zealand experience.
One of the largest and most established self-contained accommodation providers in Colville. Located on a historic, 1,143-hectare working farm, we offer a diverse range of cottages, camping, and off-grid bush cabins.
Choose the stay that's right for you!
From Solo travellers, Friends, Families to large groups, our mix of history, nature, and comfort ensures a memorable stay for everyone
Farm Stay Cottage
Sleeps 5 |Pet Friendly | Self-Catering | 2 Bedrooms
Tarff: From $200 for 2 guests seasonal rates apply
Nestled among the rolling green hills of our working Hereford cattle farm, the Farmstay Cottage is a two-bedroom retreat perfect for families, small groups, or those seeking a quiet Coromandel getaway. As your neighbours, we are just next door if you need a hand, ensuring a safe and welcoming stay.
Sleeping Arrangements
1 Queen bedroom
1 bedroom with 3 single beds
All beds are fully made with hotel-quality linen and towels supplied.
Features
Heat pump plus traditional fireplace with firewood supplied
Free
unlimited WiFi and BYO Chromecast
Fully equipped kitchen with induction cooktop, oven, microwave,
fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
Gas BBQ and outdoor seating
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
(charges apply)
Plenty of parking for cars, boats, or trailers
Located just 5 minutes from Colville and 4 mintues from the Pahi Coastal Walk shuttle, Farmstay Cottage is an ideal base for fishing trips, walking adventures, family holidays, or simply slowing down and enjoying the best of the Northern Coromandel.
Number 10 Cottage
Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly | Self-Catering | 3 Bedrooms |
Tarff: From $190 for 2 guests seasonal rates apply
Stay just 4 minutes from the Pāhi Coastal Walk shuttle in your own spacious three-bedroom holiday home. Number 10 Cottage sleeps up to 8, with a fully equipped kitchen, cosy log fire, Wi-Fi, fenced yard, plenty of parking and everything you need for a comfortable Coromandel stay.
Sleeping arrangements
1 Super King – can be split into 2 singles on request.
4 Singles
1
set of bunk beds
Hotel-quality linen and towels are provided for the main beds. The bunk beds have fitted sheets, pillows and duvets, with top sheets supplied separately.
Fully equipped self-catering kitchen
Oven and gas hob
Fully fenced pet-friendly
yard
Log fire with firewood supplied
Heat pump
Free unlimited WiFi
Sky TV including
Sport & Movies
Nespresso coffee machine
Gas BBQ and outdoor seating
Washing
machine
Plenty of parking for cars, boats and trailers
Palm Tree Cottage
Sleeps 9 | Historic Kauri Villa | 4 separate sleeping areas | Pāhi shuttle nearby
Tariff: From $175 for 2 Seasonal rates apply
Stay in an original Kauri villa surrounded by the farmland of Whitestar Station. With four separate sleeping areas and room for up to nine guests, Palm Tree Cottage is made for families and groups who want to stay together and experience a genuine Northern Coromandel farm stay.
Sleeping Arrangements
Main House
1 Queen bedroom (fully made with hotel-quality linen and towels)
1 bedroom with a bunk bed and 2
single beds
Sleep outs
2 external bedrooms, each with 1 single bed
Spacious open-plan kitchen and living
area
Traditional wood fire for cosy winter evenings
Free WiFi
Fully equipped kitchen and
washing machine
BBQ and outdoor seating area
Pet-friendly (charges apply)
Plenty of parking
True to its original villa heritage, the bathroom is accessed via a short covered walkway just outside the back door — a feature shared by many classic New Zealand farmhouses.
Located only a few minutes from Hike & Bike Coromandel and the Pahi Coastal Walk shuttle, Palm Tree Cottage is an ideal base for walkers, families, and groups looking for a genuine Coromandel farm-stay experience.
Linen & Pricing
The nightly rate includes up to 2 guests, with the Queen bed fully made and linen and towels supplied.
The additional single beds are prepared with fitted sheets, pillows and duvets. Guests are welcome to bring sleeping bags, which are particularly convenient for groups and Pāhi Coastal Walk walkers. Top sheets can also be supplied for $5 per bed if required.
Ocean View Spa Retreat
Sleeps 8 | Self-Catering | 3 Bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Spa Pool
Tariff: From $300 for 2 season rates apply
Perched high above the Hauraki Gulf, Ocean View Spa Retreat offers breathtaking ocean views, privacy and the chance to truly unwind. Surrounded by farmland and native bush, this beautifully crafted timber retreat is the perfect base for families, couples and friends seeking a relaxing Coromandel escape.
As a guest, you'll also enjoy access to Whitestar Station's 360 hectares of private farmland and QEII National Trust protected native forest. Explore crystal-clear streams, waterfalls, native bush tracks and abundant birdlife, all just a short drive through the farm from the retreat.
The Sunset Spa
Soak in your private open-air spa pool while watching the sun set over the Hauraki Gulf. Whether you've spent the day exploring the Coromandel, fishing from nearby Waitete Bay, or walking the Pahi Coastal Walk, there's no better way to finish the day.
Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom with Super King bed (can be converted into
twin singles)
Two additional bedrooms with King Single and bunk bed options
One bedroom
includes a private ensuite
Linen and towels are fully provided.
Features
Fully equipped kitchen
Fridge/freezer
Gas BBQ and outdoor seating
Heat pump for year-round
comfort
Free unlimited WiFi
Washing machine
Spacious parking for cars and boats
Peaceful
and private location
Located just five minutes from Waitete Bay and the Amodeo Bay boat ramp, Ocean View Spa Retreat is perfectly positioned for boating, fishing, swimming and exploring the northern Coromandel.
Just 9 minutes away is Hike & Bike Coromandel for your departure to the Pahi Coastal Walk, making the retreat an ideal place to relax before or after your adventure.
Ocean View Spa Retreat is located on Whitestar Station, a working farm. During your stay you may occasionally see normal farm activities or cattle grazing in the surrounding paddocks as part of our rotational grazing programme.
The retreat itself is privately positioned at the far end of the property, allowing guests to enjoy a peaceful and secluded stay while experiencing the authentic character of a working New Zealand farm.
Bush Cabin 1
Bush Cabin 1
1 Bedroom | Sleeps 6
Tarff: From $160 for 2 guest seasonal rates apply
Tucked deep within 360 hectares of native forest Bush Cabin 1 is a genuine Coromandel bush escape. Follow the farm track 3 km into the property and leave the everyday behind, surrounded by regenerating native bush, crystal-clear streams and abundant birdlife.
Reliable Wi-Fi is available
Bush Cabin 1 is ideal for couples, families and groups of friends, and can sleep up to six guests.
The cabin sleeps up to 6 guests in one bedroom:
1 Queen bed
1 single bunk above the Queen bed
3 additional single bunk beds
All linen and towels are provided. Single beds are made with a fitted sheet and duvet — simply choose your bed and add the supplied top sheet.
The cabin has everything you need for a comfortable stay in the bush, including:
Kitchenette facilities
Hot shower
Flush toilet
Reliable Wi-Fi
Wood-burning
fire
Cooking and dining facilities
Linen and towels
Shared covered outdoor deck and BBQ
area
There is no TV, and mobile coverage is limited, making it easy to slow down and enjoy the natural surroundings. Wi-Fi is available if you need to stay connected.
Enjoy the Outdoors
Bush Cabin 1 shares a large covered deck and BBQ area with Bush Cabin 2, giving you a great outdoor space to sit, eat and relax whatever the weather.
The two cabins are located side by side, making them a great option for two families or a group of friends who want to holiday together while still having their own separate accommodation.
Book both cabins and accommodate up to 12 guests with the shared deck providing a natural place for everyone to gather.
A Genuine Off-Grid Experience
Bush Cabin 1 is powered by our own hydro and solar systems, giving you a comfortable stay while experiencing something a little different from a conventional holiday accommodation.
Getting Here – The Drive Is Part of the Experience
The cabins are located approximately 3 km along a gravel farm track, taking you through the working farm and into the native bush.
There is a shallow creek crossing on the way to the cabins. The road is suitable for most standard vehicles when driven with normal care.
Lowered vehicles and vehicles carrying unusually heavy loads are not recommended.
For your first visit, we recommend arriving during daylight hours so you can enjoy the drive through the farm and native bush and find your way to the cabin easily.
Bush Cabin 2
Bush Cabin 2
1 Bedroom | Sleeps 4 | Plus an extra 2 in Lodestar Cabin*
Tarff: From $160 for 2 guest seasonal rates apply
Escape to the peace and tranquillity of 360 hectares of QEII National Trust protected native bush. Surrounded by regenerating forest, crystal-clear streams and native birdlife, Bush Cabin 2 is the perfect place to slow down, switch off and enjoy a genuine off-grid experience.
Reliable WiFi is available
Sleeping
Bush Cabin 2 sleeps up to four guests in one bedroom with two King Single bunk beds.
All linen and towels are provided. Beds are prepared with a fitted sheet and duvet—simply choose your bunk and add the supplied top sheet when you arrive.
Lodestar Cabin* – Sleeps 2
2 x King Single beds. Available by request only when
booking Bush Cabin 2, providing additional sleeping space for up to 2 guests. $100 extra per night.
Kitchen & Living
The cabin includes a kitchenette with a two-burner gas cooktop, fridge/freezer, crockery, cookware and everything you need to prepare simple meals.
On cooler evenings, light the wood fire and relax with a book or enjoy a meal at the shared outdoor deck & BBQ area beneath the stars.
Bathroom
For your convenience, the cabin has an internal flush toilet, while a private bathroom just outside the cabin features a hot gas shower and a second flush toilet.
Good to Know
Powered by our own hydro and solar systems, the cabin combines an authentic off-grid experience with modern comforts including reliable WiFi, hot showers and flush toilets
There is no TV, and mobile coverage is limited, making it easy to slow down and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Bush Cabin 2 sits alongside Bush Cabin 1, making the two cabins ideal for families or friends travelling together while enjoying their own accommodation.
The cabins are located near the walking tracks, so you may occasionally see other guests passing by on their way to the waterfalls.
Reaching the cabins is part of the adventure. Access is via a scenic 3 km gravel farm track with a shallow creek crossing through the farm and native bush.
The road is suitable for most standard cars driven with normal care. Lowered vehicles are not recommended. We suggest arriving during daylight on your first visit so you can enjoy the drive through the farm and native bush.
Travelling as a larger group? Book Bush Cabins 1 and 2 together to accommodate up to 12 guests.
Powered Camp Sites
Tariff: $20 per Adult, $9 per child 6 - 15 yrs incl per night
Powered grass campsites in a farm setting. Site size is 8m x 8m
We have 1 powered site located near the communal shower and toilet block. Sites suitable for tents, caravans and campervans.
Facilities: include Free WiFi, 1 hot shower, 1 flush toilet, non-potable tap water, rubbish collection, and road access during the summer months. A coin-operated laundry is available. There are no cooking facilities or kitchen, so please bring your own equipment. Please remember to bring your certified, RCD, regulation power connection suitable for use in holiday parks.
Non-Powered Camp Sites
Tariff: $18 per Adult, $9 per child 6 -15 yrs incl per night
Non-powered campsites in a farm setting. Sites are selected by campers on a first-come, first-served basis. These spacious, family-friendly sites are are perfect for those who don't require power and are happy to use our communal areas for charging devices. Located within easy reach of the communal shower and toilet block.
Facilities include Free WiFi, 1 hot shower, 1 flush toilet, non-potable tap water, rubbish collection, and road access during the summer months. A coin-operated laundry is available. There are no cooking facilities or kitchen, so please bring your own equipment and be fully self-sufficient.
Self Contained Camping Area
Tariff: $10 per Adult, $9 per child 6 - 15 yrs incl per night
Designated Zone – Suitable for Fully Self-Sufficient Campers
Our Self-Contained Camping Area is a designated space for guests who are fully self-sufficient. This includes certified self-contained caravans and motorhomes, as well as tent campers who bring their own toilet, shower, and wastewater facilities.
There are no toilets or showers provided in this area.
Suitable for certified self-contained vehicles and self-sufficient tent setups
Tap water
supplied (untreated — boil before use)
Rubbish bins at entrance (self-service)
Free WiFi
No
power hookups
Within the designated zone, you are free to choose your own spot.






