Alistair and Anne-Marie have the best place in Karamea! They are superb hosts and very helpful with local information. The property is immaculate, set well for the sun and views of the river and beautiful bush covered hills. The bed was very comfy and the bathroom luxurious! The two chalets are close to the town, but the shops are very limited and there are only two eateries for evening meals, so it means you need to be mostly self-reliant - in which case the chalet kitchen is a bit limited if the weather isn't suitable for the outdoor BBQ. A slightly bigger fridge, or one with a freezer that worked would have been appreciated as we travel with food and have to refreeze the freezer pads for our chilly bins. I hope Alistair and Anne-Marie find someone to run the lovely, empty(!) restaurant which is part of the property!