Michael's Bookbinders Retreat was a treat indeed! We loved everything about this place, from the copper bathroom to the old school wood fired oven.
Michael has thought very carefully about his guest's needs and everything had been thought of to ensure we had a fun and pleasurable stay.
The handwritten notes dotted around the cabin, add to the old school charm of the place.
The view overlooking the public gardens and the sea in the distance was fantastic.
Eggs from the chickens and some homemade bread were a real treat at breakfast. We also took the opportunity to buy some of Michael's beer which was worth every penny/cent.
There is a lovely fluffy cat on site, which is super friendly but is thankfully banned from the cabin as one of us suffers cat allergies.
We only saw Michael briefly but he offered us some great tips on places to eat and drink whilst in Oamaru.
The retreat is a perfect place to immerse yourself in the past, but personally I would say not suitable for older guests as the short walk to the cabin encounters some slippery bricks underfoot. Communication was superb. We look forward to returning to the Bookbinder's Retreat in the future.