We can definitely recommend staying in Lisa and Robs cottage - which actually is a little house with everything you need. We stayed there for 18 days. Its a cozy, it's cute and it's in beautiful surroundings. Its got nice little terrasse where we had our morning coffee, a lovely garden and view to the bush. Most importantly, Rob and Lisa are extremely nice and helpfull! The belmont regional park is close to the house and there you find some really nice tramping routes. We did not have a car but took the bus forth and back. Also, if you like walking, the trip down the hill and along hutt river is really nice. Thanks for a great beginning of our stay in nz, Lisa and Rob:) oh, and don't hesitate to ask the kids for camping advise! ;)