Village Green

Right in the heart of Matarangi, this little green is one of those spots locals quietly love because the sea views are genuinely good — the kind you’d stop and actually look at rather than just walk past. It’s open and unfussy, which suits the area perfectly. Not a heap of play gear, but the coastal outlook does a lot of the heavy lifting, especially on a clear day when you can see right out over the water. Worth knowing about if you’re staying nearby and just need somewhere to let the kids stretch their legs between beach visits.