It's hard to know where to start without sounding over the top but everything about our little 3-night relax was perfect. The all-day sun-drenched location is on the right side of the road, a minute from the sea if you take your time. We know Orewa and weren't going to compromise on location, it was by the water or not at all.
The studio was spotlessly pristine with superior furniture and fittings and even though we said not to bother, Andy and Paula serviced it with a smile and a laugh every day, having first made sure they weren't disturbing us. We had our own cosy courtyard with a fountain, soft evening lighting; and it was a really nice spot to relax and unwind after a walk on the beach or a visit to town. Orewa central is no more than 5 minutes walk away, but close enough to not hear the hustle and bustle of cars and the popular bars and restaurants.
The bed was very comfortable with pillows galore, WiFi was perfect and the TV was around 40", also spot on with all the Sky TV channels you could ask for. The unit was laid out perfectly to maximize the space, with loads of room for storage and to spread ourselves out. The bathroom had everything in it you could ask for, complete with towels for the spa and towels for the beach, there were even robes in the wardrobe.
Communication was fantastic, from asking us what sort of milk we wanted before we arrived and checking on us throughout, including recommending restaurants and watering holes. Andy and Paula are super hosts plus and it felt like we were staying with long time good friends, who not only went out of their way to make our stay perfect and be sociable, but also made sure that we never felt like they were infringing on our privacy and time alone. Thank you so much for your hospitality and we look forward to staying with you again.