My family loved the Waiau Retreat. The accomodations were comfortable and everything was well-situated. I love the small town of Manapouri. Geraldine and Kevin are lovely people and great hosts. I am glad we had the chance to meet. They live to the south so they aren't always there. Geraldine is quick to respond. I really hope we are able to return someday for a much longer trip to New Zealand. This was our first Airbnb stay ever and it was a great way to begin. Manapouri Lake is right across the street. We had the beach completely to ourselves when we ventured down to it. Stunning vistas. There may be some sandflies but they weren't a major problem but that's the nature in the fiordlands.