Desiring a clean, comfortable, peaceful place to retreat with ultra-friendly hosts, fields of sheep, and beautiful black sand beaches just 10 minutes away? Look no further, this place has it. My hosts were keen to give me a warm welcome when I arrived, offering me refreshments on their own patio and spending the time to genuinely get to know me. They were quick to offer good places for wildlife and good eats, and always quick to respond to messages. After traveling in hostels the week prior, nothing was more welcome than this lovely comfortable respite. I’m not sure when I’ll next be in northern NZ, but if I am I will definitely be checking the availability of this place.