This location and accommodation are truly stunning, with amazing views of the surrounding pastures and the lake from sunup to the evening and starry nights. The hilltop views are 360 degrees and gorgeous, as the building has floor to ceiling windows in the front facing Lake Taupo, and a lovely window over the kitchen sink that provides a sunrise view of the sheep and alpaca. Inside, the fixtures and decor are so chic and well-thought-out, and the hosts have thought of most everything you might need during your stay. You can see the Milky Way above lying in the cozy and comfortable bed, and see the moon rise or set from the decks or wood fired hot tub. The fuzzy robes, hot water bottles and the electric towel warmer in the bathroom made our May stay very cozy. The kitchen is stylish and fully equipped, with all the dishes, cups, glasses, cutlery, cutting boards, and a kettle and toaster, as well as a two burner gas stovetop. The pillows, blankets, sheets and towels are very nice quality, and the bathroom shower is spacious, beautiful and even has a view. The tiling throughout is really charming. You feel like you are staying in a high end boutique hotel, where you are the only guests. Thoughtful touches like coffee, tea, milk, fresh eggs and feijoa on arrival made our first breakfast a taste treat. We also could not have found nicer hosts in Kevin and Catherine, who gave us tips on local restaurants and had puzzles and games for us to pass the time, since part of our stay the weather was rainy. It is clear this AirBNB is a labor of love for them, and that they truly enjoy hosting and wanted to make our visit comfortable and special - which they very much achieved. We also highly recommend the Terraces hot springs nearby, where we got massages and went in the soaking pools (twice in our three day stay).