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THE COSY NOTES
I’m Dominey, based on the Matakana Coast in New Zealand, sharing spaces with soul, boutique stays, coastal living, and behind-the-scenes notes from my creative home and design projects. This space is about slowing down, noticing the details, and creating a life that feels joyful.
Leigh Eats the heart of Leigh Village
It’s a sunny Sunday morning, and I’m sitting in Leigh Eats cafe and fish'n'chip shop on what has become a weekend ritual: coffee and a savoury (or cinnamon) brioche. As I wait for my order, I notice the chirpy locals who pop their heads through the entrance and yell, "How are ya!" They wave happily at Tim and Annaliese, the shop owners manning the front counter and coffee machine. Warm greetings are exchanged, followed by "See ya soon!"
A sustainable glamping retreat in the Mangōnui countryside
Nestled in the heart of Mangōnui along the banks of a winding river against a backdrop of an olive grove is The River Bothy, a rustic glamping retreat. Serene, picturesque, and private, The River Bothy is the perfect dog-friendly hideaway for those seeking an internet-free break from the world.