Thank you Annette for being such an outstanding host. Communication was great and what fantastic hospitality before we even arrived. We had a cold snap and Annette had put the underfloor heating and electric blanket on which was greatly appreciated. The little river cottage is situated on its own , very private and set back in the garden with patio. Annette is available if needed but respects your privacy, we had some good chats, she is lovely company and Roxi too ( a very cute dachshund ). We have traveled for almost five months in New Zealand and we can honestly say this has been the best air b n b we have stayed in. The cottage is so well equiped we could have moved in. Everything is immuaculately clean and Annette has thought of everything and provides tea, coffee, cereal etc. Very comfortable bed and a huge bathroom / wetroom, laundry room , comfortable lounge. This little cottage is ideal for couples, singles and families. It is set in a lovely area and a short distance to town . A gentle walk 10 mins to the lake and gardens and if you continue you will make the town in 30 mins. We are walkers so not a problem for us. We stayed for three nights and thoroughly enjoyed the park, lake and town. Annette arranged a taxi for our departure to the bus terminal. Thank you once again for everything and making our last b n b in New Zealand one of the best experiences. We wish you all the best . Regards Rosie & Simon (UK)