We had such a lovely week staying at Tina’s place with our two little kids. Paul and Tina are very kind. They respected our privacy but were always available when we needed something. The house is spacious, clean, and well equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The decor is uncluttered and pleasant. Bathroom is large with good water pressure for the shower. We enjoyed using the BBQ and having our meals on the back porch.
Travelers often spend too much time rushing around and not enough to just unwind. Tina’s place is perfect for the latter. The beach and river is just across a small field. There is a small playground as well for the littles. Paul helped us with the kayak. It was fun to explore the estuary. We didn’t feel the need or have to drive much. The ferry to Whitianga is only a few minutes away with continuous service throughout the day. Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach are both 20 minutes drive. After all that, our favorite place is home at Tina’s. Capital Cook stayed here for 12 days on his voyage to New Zealand and you should too!