Aaron and Lindsay are great hosts. The cottage is in a convenient and scenic location, overlooking a beautiful vineyard. It's about a 10 minute drive to Havelock North, which has an array of great cafes and restaurants to pop over to - and Te Mata peak not too far from there. Heading the other way, it's roughly a 10 - 15 minute bike ride to the first vineyard to start a wine tour of the beach side vineyards (beach house wines, elephant hill, clearview, te awanga). Aaron and Lindsay provided bikes, and there is an access to the bike track just off the property that takes you to the vineyards, which saves riding on the road after a couple.
The cottage itself has everything you need for a great little getaway.
Thanks again Aaron and Lindsay for all the local tips, directions, and general friendly chat.
Cheers.