We really enjoyed our stay! Fiona was quick to respond to queries, and the cottage was charming and had all the amenities we required. A lovely peaceful back garden that was full of birdsong when we were there (spring). Great indoor outdoor flow with a table and benches on the deck. Beds were comfy, lots of cutlery and crockery, books, board games etc. Also lots of useful info on where to eat out, what to go and do and see. Easy walk to the estuary and easy drive to two town centres for groceries or takeaways. Waipu Cove and Langs Beach also close by to ring the changes. Close to Waipu Caves for glowworms, and Piroa Falls for mountain dip and picnic. The kids enjoyed a slice at the museum cafe (easy walking distance from the cottage), and stocked up on more books at the book depo in the old library nearby. We didn't get to take surf lessons, but that's for next time :) We stayed for a week, and could easily have stayed longer.