Alan and Helen could not do enough for us. We are driving around the country checking out some of the tourist attractions and visiting friends and family, we had been traveling for a few days when we landed at Oakura and it was just the place to catch up on some sleep. We also managed to fit in a quick visit to the Govett-Brewster Gallery and the Len Lye Centre, all worth a look, the big needle on the waterfront was cool but I would like to see it under windier conditions. Lay on the benches under it to watch it flex! I will recommend Alan and Helen's place to all my friends, it's a beautiful oasis that is really not far from New Plymouth.