This was perfect for us (two people, no kids). It's a single granny flat/studio apartment kind of place situated in the bush, but only 15mins drive from the city. We spent most days driving to more far flung parts of the state in the morning, returning to base to relax in the afternoon, then driving into the city/surrounding towns for dinner in the evenings. There's no need to base yourself in the city unless you do not have a car.