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Scorching Bay

New Zealand

8 story sections

Enjoy refreshments at a seaside cafe , overlooking the beach and watching the sailing boats pass.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Scorching Bay

    Welcome to the serene, sun-drenched crescent of Scorching Bay. Located on the eastern edge of the Miramar Peninsula, this super cute seaside beach and cafe area offers a dramatic counterpoint to the bustling, wind-swept streets…

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  2. 2The Golden Sand Anomaly

    Take off your shoes if you are able, and step onto the beach. Feel the texture of the sand between your toes. …

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  3. 3The Old Telephone Box Twist

    Let us walk away from the water for a moment, heading up toward the grassy reserve bordering the road. I want to draw your attention to a bright red, highly nostalgic piece of street furniture standing against the green backdrop. …

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  4. 4The Seawall and Harbor Traffic

    Proceed now to the low concrete seawall that separates the beach from the road. This wall is not merely decorative; it is a necessary fortification against the brutal southerly storms that occasionally drive massive waves…

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  5. 5Scorch-O-Rama and Cafe Culture

    Turn your attention now to the vibrant building situated directly across the road from the beach. This is Scorch-O-Rama, a wildly popular local cafe that serves as the social anchor for the bay. …

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  6. 6The Grassy Reserve and Norfolk Pines

    Let us stroll onto the expansive grassy reserve located just behind the beach. This manicured green space is highly valued by families and groups who come to picnic, play sports, and relax away from the direct heat of the sand. …

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  7. 7The Northern Rock Pools

    For our final section, walk toward the northern end of the bay, where the golden sand abruptly yields to an outcrop of jagged, dark rocks. If you arrive during low tide, this area reveals a completely different, highly complex…

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  8. 8Scorching Bay

    As our time at Scorching Bay comes to an end, take a final moment to absorb the atmosphere of this unique coastal enclave. We have explored the fascinating dichotomy of this location: a natural harbor environment enhanced by…

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What is Scorching Bay?

Scorching Bay is a place in New Zealand with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationNew Zealand
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-41.2970, 174.8334
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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