Tee-off for a relaxing holiday at the Coromandel's newest playground

The seaside holiday destination of Pauanui is home to one of New Zealand's well-known golfing resorts and lifestyle residential developments.

Nested in a unique amphitheatre among forest-lined hillsides and natural wetlands lies the residential lifestyle community.

Released in limited numbers, the luxury two and three bedroom villas afford a residential lifestyle option and are available for owners to occupy or as a residential investment or both.

A new release of generous-sized sections, many overlooking groomed fairways and pristine lakes is scheduled for Labour Weekend. Local and international demand for sections within the residential community has meant that only a limited number of sections remain available.

Located around the residential lifestyle community the Lakes Resort Golf & Country Club opened in October. Bordered by forest, this golf course makes for memorable golfing and represents a challenge for golfers of all levels.

Much of the golf course wanders through natural wetlands gifted by Lakes Resort to the QE2 Trust.

Opening in December, the Lakes Resort Country Club will offer members and guests the chance to relax in a fine dining restaurant or a an outdoor bar. One of the final stages to be completed will be the resort's recreation centre with its swimming pool, gym and tennis courts.