Where to begin with this review?? I feel a bit speechless at how warmly and kindly I was welcomed into Ross’s house. I had just had a rough experience in a different NZ town during my travels, but all of my sadness and frustration felt whisked away while I was here in Ruawai. Linda, Sean, and Ross are truly some of the coolest and nicest people you will ever have the good fortune to meet or stay with. I hit the lottery in staying with them — and not only because one of the farm pigs had babies the morning after I arrived, which was so exciting and fun to be a part of and experience some farm life. I got to try some of Sean and Linda’s incredible cooking (like seriously, it’s SO GOOD), we played cards (Spot It is my new fave game), feasted on pies for lunch, and relaxed/watched zombie movies. My two days there felt like I was at home with family. I will truly, truly miss them.
And before I forget to write about these: the house and farm are lovely (great sunrises and sunsets to see over the rolling hills), and there’s a great book/nerdy movie selection in the bedroom and living room! The bathroom’s rain shower is luxurious and amazing as well. Make sure to ask Ross about the Two Cellos; you will be hooked!
To Ross, Linda, and Sean: Thank you guys so much for everything! Sweet as! ;)