We were a family group of 3 couples, so Lauren's place with three double bedrooms fitted our needs perfectly. The house was exactly what we expected from the photos, although it is not directly on the beach, but is instead a couple of minutes walk down through the bush at the bottom of the section and across the road. The grounds are planted with well-established native trees, and we enjoyed watching the tuis which seem to live in the tree beside the driveway. The view of Tasman Bay from the house is wonderful and with binoculars, we could see Farewell Spit on the horizon. While we found it too hot to enjoy the front deck during the day, the open living area was just as nice as we could open the sliding doors and enjoy the sea breeze. The kitchen and bathroom are relatively new and all the essentials were conveniently provided. We would recommend Lauren's house as a cozy and convenient place to stay for anyone wishing to explore the many attractions in the area.