The accommodation is in a really convenient location for the activities in the area, for example you can walk to the Abel Tasman national park. The accommodation is comfortable and the property is nestled amongst some beautiful New Zealand bush.
However, it is unfortunate that I must say this was not a positive experience, in fact this was my first negative experience with a host on Airbnb. I misunderstood the host's
preferred booking procedure and as a consequence she wanted to change the payment terms. That was a mistake on my part, I didn't consider a child under 18 months to be an extra as I wouldn't in a hotel or bed and breakfast and didn't explain it prior. However, her resolution approach was ungracious and rude. She demanded an extra in cash which made my party feel uncomfortable and as such I sought further advice from Airbnb about the situation.
In addition, some of the information provided in the booking details were misleading. The details should not read as child friendly when it is not true. Christa told me she wouldn't have accepted the booking if she had known a child was included. There was limited internet and hot water access as well. I understand that this is may be characteristic of the area but I think a host is obligated to explain this to prospective guests, especially parties who are paying up to $280 per night. For these reasons I would not return to the Buena Vista apartments.