Dot and Malcolm were the most hospitable hosts we have had in New Zealand so far. Malcolm greeted us when we arrived and showed us the accommodation--an almost new construction with a double bed and breakfast nook below, and a loft upstairs with two twin beds, which was perfect for our 2 kids. They had food ready for us on arrival--strawberries and blueberries fresh from their garden (so good!), as well as chocolate cakes and gingerbread. There was also a great spread of cereals, bread, jams, yogurt, and chocolate for breakfast. The best part, however, was how simply kind and helpful Dot and Malcolm were. They took the kids on a walk around the farm, showed them the sheep and calves, and let them feed an eel in the pond (creepy but cool). Dot also gave us some tips on places to visit and routes for getting there, and then even printed out customized notes for us. Overall, a great experience for us and the kids. We hope to go back.