Wow! What a god send. The barn. Who would have thought? After six US trips in half a year and a total of four months away from my beautiful homeland Aotearoa I was feeling the need for a serious dose of solitude. I scoured airbnb and found several suitable options but the barn spoke to me strongest. From the beginning everything flowed. Barbara responded to my request to stay within the hour and things were quickly underway. The baton was then passed to Jo, the property manager. With the same warmth and welcome that Barbara had conveyed Jo gave me directions to, and operating instructions for the barn. Easy and effortless. So far, pretty impressive.

I arrived with my trusty companion Brownie Girl, a gorgeous Fox Terrier Chihuahua cross that Barbara had kindly welcomed. I think it’s fair to say we both liked what we saw. While she explored the beautiful surrounds I let myself into the barn and took stock of what was to be my home for the next week. Again I found myself thanking the universe for guiding me to where I was meant to be. The barn. Perfect in every way. Aesthetically pleasing in every sense. Think Soho private drinking club meets rustic boutique hotel, set in the middle of beautiful native bush and you wouldn’t be far wrong. Energetically amazing. Still, peaceful, funky and infused with the vibration of nature.

My stay here has been impeccable. Relaxing days. Preparing culinary delights in the beautiful kitchen with a glass of wine at hand. Nights spent in front of the fire listening to great music. Restful sleeps. Walks along the estuary at low tide.My soul has been fed. Bliss. A sincere thank you to Barbara for making this space available. It’s a delightful place, full of special touches that help create a very beautiful and unique stay. If you want to reconnect with the part of you that can so easily get lost in the chaos of modern living then the barn is for you. I leave a very happy and grateful traveller.