If you have never stayed in a rural area or if you have and are comfortable away from the city then you have to stay at Tamsin and Brad's apartment. It is only minutes from the beach in one direction and Blenheim in the other but the animals, grapevines and open space makes it feel much more like being out in the open country. Neither of us have spent much time around chickens, but we truly enjoyed having them greet us in the mornings and prance by our door at feeding time. Tamsin checked in on us regularly to see if we needed anything or to give us a handful of eggs. We were comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. Thanks for your hospitality Tamsin and Brad.