Melanie's house is such a stylish design, with a beautiful extension at the back. The room is really comfortable and looks onto the front porch with it's lovely white roses. Melanie is happy for you to use the kitchen to cook and the kitchen has everything you might need. There is a good bus network into town on the main road, just a short walk away. And there are lots of great places to eat on the same main road. I would totally recommend Melanie, she is super helpful, gives lots of great recommendations and is lovely to talk to as well. We started and ended our trip with her and would love to come back again when we are next in NZ, especially because we didn't get to try out her dumpling recommendation! :) Tom & Vicky