Patrick's place is the best place to use as a jumping off point into the Waikaremoana area. The only problem is you will end up wishing you had more time in Tuai because the suite and Patrick's hospitality are just that good! The suite itself is lovely - but then you go outside! The view from his garden (and the garden itself) is sublime. And I know Patrick can't take credit for the captivating birdsong and superabundance of stars (you can see the Milky Way!), but he CAN take credit for giving guests the perfect place to enjoy them. Furthermore, his "inside information" on how to spend my day at the lake was invaluable. If I had stayed somewhere else, I would have missed out - not just on the suite and Patrick's hospitality, but on the fullest enjoyment of Lake Waikaremoana. The Tuai Suite is a gem!!