I had the most amazing week at Awatea Retreat. The view from this location is amazing. Every morning I was quietly awoken by the bellbird, and I managed to get up one morning to watch the sunrise on the deck. The sun over this valley is beautiful. Lindas hospitality is full of warmth and sunshine, she was always up to serve me a hot coffee, herbal tea fresh from the garden or a cooked meal if I wanted one. I was lucky enough to experience the intra red sauna which was absolutely divine, with a cup of herb tea, candles glowing and music playing I sat in the sauna for 1 hour, and I'm sure I came out a different person. The next morning I was treated to a reflexology treatment that left me feeling like I was floating on air. The energy in this area is extremely healing and I left feeling uplifted and fulled with peace in my heart. I had the most wonderful experience, and got to feel and see the South Island of New Zealand in all its Glory. Thank you Linda