We stayed two nights at Carol's place with my mum and sister and we loved it! The cabin is well equipped, the beds are comfortable and the bellbirds are singing in the tree next to your door! And the bakeries for the breakfast...delicious!!
If you plan on visiting the Catlins this is the place! You will be halfway between Kaka Point and Curio Bay and Papatowai itself is beautiful! Also, Carol is a great host! I highly recommend to stay at her place!