We had a really good time at the Merrigum B&B. We had the place to ourselves as the hosts were away and woke up to sheep and alpacas going about their business every morning in the fields outside. If you happen to be a cat person, Jane the resident cat is a bit timid at first but will be happy to come and sit in your lap for a few hours when she gets over that. The home is big enough for 2 and has a modern but cozy feel about it with all the amenities you might need. Wifi was a solid 20Mb/s, so more than enough to run Netflix and browsing if you feel like it.
You can prepare simple meals, get your veggies from the nearby garden or sit by the fire just outside. The bed is comfy with plenty of pillows and has electric blankets for when it gets a bit chilly. The shower had good pressure and was also plenty warm. Our contact with the host was fast and friendly and upon arrival we found they had even catered with some vegan options in the fridge and pantry which was a lovely and welcome surprise.
The property sits far enough form the road that traffic is no issue and close enough to town (Hamilton 10 mins drive) if you need to do some shopping or want to go for a meal. We highly recommend picking your own fruit and veggies form the garden, they taste excellent and just add to the holiday vibe. On clear nights, you can do some stargazing with the Milky Way clearly visible right above your head.