Karen is a fantastic hostess! Although we arrived after 8pm due to airport delays, we were warmly welcomed with the offer of some food & drink. The premises are homely & spotless, with plenty of extras (e.g. books, toiletries, etc.) & treats (bowl of chocs). The guest area has its own lounge & adjoining bathroom. There's a lovely pool (cleaned while we were there) off the deck from the lounge; the weather was too chilly for a swim (this time). Note that this is a Lockwood home: made of wood so naturally, it does creak a bit at night. The beds were so comfy: we slept like rocks!
Our hosts know the area well & their tips of what's in the area were accurate & helpful.
Breakfast was tasty & plentiful, including freshly laid eggs & locally picked plums.
Maraetai Beach & Clevedon Village & Hills are worth the short drive.
If you want to stay in a peaceful, rural family home with A1 hosts, this a the place to stay!
Thank you, Karen & Steven for making us feel at home in your home. We hope to bring our loved ones back for a stay & will definitely recommend you to others.