The Store, Kekerengu

We found this delightful restaurant on a brochure at the Kaikoura Tourist Info Centre.
It's a short drive north from Kaikoura and definitely worth a visit. The inner decor of The Store reminds me of a Cape Dutch African farmhouse.

The Store at Kekerengu

The food is cafe style and there was a good selection of tea and coffee's. Of course the delectable servings of cakes could keep you wondering and in the queue for ages - just don't stand there too long. Oh, a large selection beer and wine are also available.

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand. Entrance

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand - exterior view.

Wear your sunglasses on a sunny day.






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On the beach at Kekerengu

Kekerengu beach

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand - on the beach below, looking northerly and the Pacific Ocean to the right. The Store is off to the left of this picture.


These are two more views from the bottom of the steps - off the garden at "The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand.

As you can see, it is just a short stroll to the Pacific ocean...

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The Store - Kekerengu, Al fresco dining

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand - views from the deck on the Pacific ocean side...

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand. Garden views

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand.

Views from the gardens...






It can be a quiet place to sit and contemplate with a great view down to the beach...

Or it can be a fantastic setting to enjoy good food, wine and companionship of friends...







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Interior of The Store, Kekerengu

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand. Interior view 1 - a selection of housewares and art to purchase is also available.

interior of The Store at Kekerengu

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand. Interior view.
This is a fantastic fireplace.

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The Store, Kekerengu - view from steps

"The Store" - Kekerengu, New Zealand. This is the view of the steps leading down to the beach area. The garden is on the left.
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And these are of the view at The Store garden walkway looking back up from where the previous picture was taken. The left view was standing and the right view - I crouched down to take the photo - so it only looks steeper...

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A stroll on the beach north of Kaikoura at Kekerengu.