Laura is a great host. Had lots of recommendations and communicated great places to visit when she knew we were out and about. Very accomodating to us as well, whilst the weather played up. Great location. When the weather played ball and we could actually sit outside, the scenery was so great to view whilst having a cuppa. Very peaceful area too, which is always a bonus for the end of year exhaustion wind down. Not a long drive to get to Kerikeri township.