We loved staying at Te Konini Farm- the landscape is just breathtaking & ever changing, such interesting history there too with the Old Coach Road running through the farm. We found absolute peace & quiet with no road noise or disturbance whatsoever & true darkness. The Shepherd's Quarters are comfortable & well equipped, although perhaps the old toilet & shower (one either end) are a tad rustic. The walk to the river was interesting & we had a wonderful time discovering all kinds of wild plants & beautiful trees including the extensive old apricot grove down on the flats, but we weren't quite sure where we were going to to access the river, as the two points of entry weren't at all obvious- nor how to get "home" again, so definitely not an easy stroll. Several pairs of good walking shoes/boots required as the terrain is fairly rough & the long wet grass made for very wet shoes. We very much enjoyed talking to Tom & learning more about the land. A beautiful & unique destination.