We stayed for an entire month in this home and it was the perfect choice for me and my wife.
We especially loved the spectacular views of the water and the surrounding hills from the spacious living room, kitchen, and deck, and we felt like we had plenty of space to enjoy our time and relax indoors and out.
The home was spotlessly clean, and obviously fairly new and well maintained.
The kitchen was well equipped for us to prepare meals, and had ample storage space. An outdoor grill was available, too. The large refrigerator and the dishwasher were great for a longer stay. We liked the big, comfortable couch and the really comfortable bed. We had plenty of extra bedding, blankets, pillows, towels, and household supplies. The washing machine was a great convenience for us. There were a few beach supplies (cooler, beach blanket, etc) and kayaks available, too. Every amenity mentioned was provided and easily accessible.
While we were there, we had access to the outdoor garden for seasonal herbs and greens, etc, which was great for us! We loved adding those fresh ingredients to our meals.
The WiFi was reliable, and fast enough for streaming videos, etc.
The location of the house was great for us, too. Only a few minutes walk down to the water (another 10 or 15 minutes walk at low tide along the beach to the local pier with a few shops and restaurants) and about 25 minutes walk to the downtown Raglan area for shopping, groceries, and restaurants. The drive into downtown was only 5 minutes or less.
There were plenty of beaches, great surfing spots, and some hiking trails (including the Bridal Veil Falls) within a short driving distance.
Our hosts were very friendly and always responded quickly to any message from us during our stay. They made us feel relaxed and secure knowing that they were always available.
In my opinion, it is a great value for an entire home. We would definitely recommend it to our friends and family, and would happily stay here again!