I'm a solo traveler, and I traveled by train to reach Arthur's Pass from Christchurch. Helen is an exceptional host. Since she had some time off and I wanted to explore the surrounding area a bit, she picked me up from the train platform, let me borrow a hiking stick, and dropped me off at a few trails. She made me a meal, we had a beautiful conversation together, and she did everything she could to make me feel at home. Her homemade honey and bread were scrumptious too. She is an active woman and true to her word. Since I was going on a longer hike (for a day), she said she'd come out at 8pm to find me, just in case. I met friends and it took a bit longer for me to get back, so I met her at the beginning of the trail! How amazing. She is an incredible conversationalist and has an interesting life story. I really hope to meet her again. Make sure to not close the curtains of your window on a clear night. The stars are mesmerizing. I slept so well, but I didn't want to because the stars felt like a wonderful dream themselves. Stay at Helen's, and make an unforgettable memory in Bealey and Arthur's Pass!