If you are looking for a farm stay, you can’t go wrong with Shear-vue. Julie is a kind and friendly host that has put a lot of thought into amenities that make her guests feels cozy and at home. There is even a washer and dryer available. Fairlie is a short drive away with a grocery and bakery, plus gas. Fairlie/Coal Stream is a wonderful area of the South Island to get a taste of NZ country life. You could also use Shear-vue as a base for day trips to Tekapo, the clay cliffs, and other attractions.