After seeing photographs of the Kauri Chalet, we were looking forward to enjoying the beautiful location in the forest. Our expectations were surpassed the moment we walked in through the front door and inhaled the comforting scent of the cedar wood used in the construction of this beautiful and cosy house. The view of the forest through the floor-to-ceiling windows is magical and a pleasure to wake up to. Combined with the symphony of birds in the morning and complete silence at night, this is a beautiful place of retreat from the busy pace of the city. Kim and Dave are wonderful hosts and I would highly recommend the Kauri Chalet.