If you want to have a great time right by Lake Taupo and be close to the Tongariro National Park, this is the place to be! We got to stay in the new suite accessed through the yard and it was absolutely perfect - very clean, modern, spacious... like a fancy hotel room. You have your privacy and Barb is ready to help with everything, including valuable information on activities in the area. We had a lot of fun hiking, kayaking, having dinner with Barb & Michael who are wonderful hosts and just enjoyed this beautiful place!