I absolutely loved my week at Kurow Cottage. It is a real home away from home. The efficient heat pump/air conditioner was a big plus for me, as the Kurow weather (even in summer) can range from 7 to 30 degrees! My favourite part of the cottage was sitting on the front balcony late afternoon/evening. It was in the shade & just perfect for a cup of tea or glass of wine. If the weather isn’t great - the lazyboys in the lounge are also very comfortable for curling up with a book. Kathryn was very helpful in sharing local knowledge of swimming spots & I really appreciated the bag of chippies and cold water she left in the fridge for my arrival. The place was extremely clean & tidy with good quality beds and linen. It is VERY quiet at night (you won’t hear a thing). For a city girl - that was a bit strange! Kurow is a great spot. Only a 2 block walk to the cafes/pubs. Highly recommend it as a base for exploring the Waitaki region.