I absolutely loved my time at Waitomo Big Bird Bead & Breakfast. It's truly an animal lover's paradise! Spending time with the miniature horses, walking the paddocks with the cows, smelling the gorgeous roses around the home, and spending time with the cats and dogs allowed me to find a sense of peace that I'd been missing in my noisy urban life.
I stayed in the queen/ensuite room adjoining the main house, which has a comfortable, soft queen size bed and a slightly stiffer single. The interior door opens to a shared space where we were lucky to spend time with the hosts' cats and kittens.
Breakfast is a must as the homemade bread is delicious.
I have been recommending this spot since the moment I arrived and hope to come back soon.