Wow! What a great find this place was! Its a lovely cosy wee house, beautifully decorated and comfortable. Lovely comfortable furniture. It felt like home. The beds are so beautifully set up - they were nicer than a fancy hotel! Bathroom is small but new and the kitchen (also looks new) was set up well for making meals. The only thing missing that you might want is a music player. The heatpump warmed the whole place up and we were super cosy and warm. Even though its winter we spent our mornings sitting on the front porch in our pjs having a cup of tea. The sun streams onto the front porch and it was such a lovely warm spot to sit and relax with comfy outdoor chairs. Its very peaceful yet only a min drive to the centre of town. We also walked from the house to the conical hill track which is a nice scenic walk.
We came here for a girls weekend and had such an enjoyable stay here that we have decided we will return again next year! I'm also planning to bring my husband and 2 kids here. Book it - You wont be disappointed.
Also to note in the area - we had burgers for dinner at PJs chalet which were delicious and huge!! Mumbles cafe did a well priced lovely breakfast and coffee and Whatever cafe has some lovely lunch options too. We also took a drive to Marble point winery at Waiua river estate - head right out of hanmer springs and turn left onto main road. About 15 -20 mins drive. We had a lovely coffee there overlooking the river and mountains. Its a beautiful spot and fantastic for kids - a little dog met us at the car and there are friendly donkeys, llamas, goats.
Thanks Charlotte for having us in your lovely home! We will be back :)