First off, I don't believe the photos did the rental justice. The house is beautifully designed and there is a ton of natural light which was exactly what my friends and I were looking for. Every morning was spent out on the balcony drinking coffee in the sunshine and we found it hard to leave for the beach because we were all so relaxed sticking around the property.

The kitchen is stocked very well. Nice set of kitchen knives, decent sized cast iron pan, nice baking sheets, convection oven and of course a great selection of individual mugs. Items you normally don't find in a rental.

Instructions and communication back and forth with Neil and Shandell was easy. No hiccups. Pretty much a perfect trip. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a place south island.