Lovely hosts. Rosemary and Andrew could not have been lovelier. The cottage is cute, roomy, and comfortable. Such a sun trap. So secluded, but so close to everything. Such a quaint area. Easy walk to lots of scrummy restaurants, bars, and cafes. Spoilt for choice. On a walk around the local streets, the word that sprang to mind was Kiwiana. Mapua is a lovely area that takes you back to when we all used to bach at the beach for holidays. I'm so glad I chose Mapua and not Nelson central where I started my search. Such a magical area. Apparently many people that visit Mapua, pack up and move there.