Our stay at Jo's French cottage was just perfect. It is a beautiful bright and airy place with gorgeous views directly over the lake and has bright morning and evening light which floods in over the verandas which were perfect for enjoying at the start and end of the day. Jo really made it a very magical stay for our wee girl - the fairies who live on the front veranda visited us twice which I think was the highlight of our daughters entire holiday! Jo was a very generous host who had essentials in the fridge for our arrival and was there on hand if we needed any advice. We would highly recommend the cottage and Taupo as a base for the area! Thanks so much Jo.