Driving Creek Villas in the News!

August, 2005 -"Life In The Slow lane" - Metro Magazine

October 29, 2005 - "Serenity is the new gold in the Coromandel" - The New Zealand Herald

March 26, 2006 - "Coromandel" - Sunday Star Times (Getaway)

Some comments received from visitors...

Dec 2005
Nirvana thank you!
Tom and Susan Hanson, USA

Dec 2005
We loved it here. Beautifully decorated.
The Penuals, China (from USA)

Jan 2006
Lovely peaceful place to stay - with my inlaws next door too! Our children loved the creek and explored for gold. Villas very well equiped and comfortable.
The Hadlley/Treves, UK/Brunei

Jan 2006
Beautifully equipped and fitted to a high standard. Everything very clean and as new - a rare find. Had a wonderful 3 days in Coromandel before returning to the cold dark and damp UK winter.
Alen and Zoe, Bristol, UK

Feb 2006
We just loved it here! Beautifully decorated, great spot. We will recommend this place to all our friends and we would love to come back.
Christianne Van Rooden, Netherlands

Apr 2006
A very special place - perfect for our family escape and of course we echo that familiar sentiment, we havent had long enough!! Warm regards and our thanks.
Scott family, Auckland/Perth/Moscow !

Apr 2006
Mahalo for sharing your paradise with us - what an awesome retreat this is. David, Mahalo for our hospitality - you are one of the special people why we keep coming back to NZ.
A Hui Ho (till we meet again).
Corky and Syd, Hawaii, USA

Jan 2006
A lovely Villa in beautiful surroundings, we loved it!
The Bryant family, England

Feb 2006
A welcome retreat, accommodation excellent, one to recommend.
The Cook family, England

Mar 2006
We had a lovely, peaceful stay at the Villa It is so comfortable and attractive, gracious I think is the word. We love the Coromandel. Thanks.
An and Ken Gatford, London, UK.

Apr 2006
We have thoroughly enjoyed our 4 nights stay here. You have created a wonderful haven, David, with stylish and comfortable accommodation

- we are reluctant to leave!

With very good wishes for the future and thanks for your hospitality.
Jenny and David Wills, UK

Apr 2006
Dear David, I cant speak highly enough about the truly splendid paradise we found here and feel as though we have been travelling 6 weeks in NZ just to find Driving Creek Villas and Coromandel. For us, overall, NZ has been far to touristy and we longed to discover the real NZ, I think it is here. No bungy, no buses, no $300 requests for a flight to ``X'' and at last fantastic food at the Pepper Tree ! We spend our last 2 days here, and what an unforgetful way to say goodbye. I would love to return, thank you for all your hard work.
Candice and David Roberts, USA
p.s. there are more birds here than Stewart and Ulva Island put together !

Aug 2006
A peaceful oasis. The hot tub was the perfect antidote to a 24 hour flight. Perfect!
Lia and Michael UK

May 2006
Lovely accommodation and a considerate host made for a fabulous stay in the Coromandel. A great way to end our stay in NZ. Would also recommend the Driving Creek Railway - great fun for kids of all ages!
The Maclean family, Scotland.

Jun 2006
David,
Thank you for sharing this magical place with us. We so thoroughly enjoyed everything. Good luck with your future endeavors and come and visit us in Boulder.
John and Peg, USA

Aug 2006
David,
Thank you so much for the lovely stay here. The villa was amazing and we just wanted to stay for longer.Thank you for your great hospitality and we hope to visit here again in a few years! Thanks again. A lovely place!
The Brett family, England

Aug 2006
We did so enjoy our stay despite the weather. The setting is so tranquil - just what two busy working ladies needed. Must compliment you on your decor and taste for fine things. We shall return!!
Raewyn and Adele, NZ

Mar 2006
Lovely place warm and kind people = 100% pure New Zealand! Hope to come back.
Veronique, Philippe et Alexandra, Paris.

Jun 2006
Beautiful place, very well designed, great experience!
George, Auckland

Jun 2006
David,
you have created a little paradise. Once we arrived we didn't want to leave. Your attention to detail and concern for catering for all our needs is apparent.
Darren and Lynda, NZ

Jun 2006
Final de semana perfecto!
Carol, Brasil

Sep 2006
What a magic place! An absolute treat, everything was perfect. Love the hot tub, comfy beds and couches, very peaceful surrounds. we had a ball. Thank you!
Cath and Greg, NZ

May 2006
We spent two wonderful and relaxing days at this beautiful Villa. the setting was spectacular and the weather cooperated. the accommodation was very comfortable, making us feel right at home.The attention to detail was evident in the design of the villa, the selection of films, the music, the barbecue and especially the kitchen. David was an excellent guide and host.
Silvia, Andrew and Isabella. California.

May 2006
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful accommodation! We all feel as if we had a real taste of luxury this weekend. We admire all of the craftmanship and hardwork that has gone into this place. One of the best places we have stayed in the world.
Morgan USA, Grae USA, Jonny UK

Aug 2006
A fantastic weekend getaway. The japanese spa was wonderful and villa and surrondings perfect. We will be back!
Angela and Fraser, Auckland