Me te mihi nui mo a korua manaakitanga. In appreciation of your kindness and hospitality.

Tena korua Laurence raua ko Margaret.

Firstly, can I say that I tautoko (agree) with all of the korero (comments) below. I would like to add that my partner Paul, my dog Zak and myself absolutely loved and enjoyed our 4 day Easter "country get away" as one of the most beautiful, peaceful, relaxing, experiences we have had! Laurence and Margaret are absolutely the most friendliest, caring, accommodating hosts you could ask for. And their beautiful dogs Patch, Joan and Barker who bounded across the paddocks of a day to join us on the verandah was a bonus. Zak loved having them around!

Laurence has a wealth of knowledge about the local area, of days gone and how the Therese Creek Valley was thick with Hoop Pines in the early days before the timber milling began... It was like having our very own "personal" tour guide, so thank you for taking us on the walk around your property, pointing out places of interest and giving so willingly of your knowledge of the beautiful trees, forest and fauna. Margaret as everyone has said, your freshly baked sourdough bread, and macadamia slice (plus the yummy small easter egg treats) is just to die for!! We so appreciated the fresh veges, herbs and chookie eggs and Laurence the three mushrooms I picked on our walk through the paddocks cooked up an absolute treat with our steak for dinner that night.

Honestly if you really want to just unwind, sit on the verandah with a good wine and look across the valley, relax, listen to the birds sing, the cows moo, breathe in the clean country air this is the place to do it! It was truly an exhilarating experience to once again enjoy and appreciate Mother Earth /Papatuanuku and all she has to offer.

Tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa! Thank you, thank you and thank you again.

Trish, Paul and Zak.

PS: I've told my hairdresser about our Eco Dairy farm retreat and she is keen to visit with her hubby.