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Wonderful week-long getaway with 2 kids (3,8), 2 dogs (9, pup).
The cottage is outrageously charming in a rustic, shabby chic, seemingly haphazard but actually carefully curated and a bit posh way. It's a lovely space - even nicer than than the pics.
10 mins to town. 3 hrs to Wellington. 50 to Napier. Plenty of local family activities
Practical. Surprisingly warm and cozy. Note the absence of a traditional oven/stovetop (good alternatives provided), bottled drinking water (provided), and the fencing isn't necessarily dog/kid proof but there is no where for them to go anyway. Quiet road. Can walk to the river in 5 mins. Private.
Big covered deck. Lovely details like period door handles, lavender pillows, atmospheric lighting, solid furniture, decent wifi, flowers, gorgeous timbers, extra towels/bedding.
Digby and Poodle are the best possible hosts - they lit the fire, restocked water/ wood, and bent over backwards to be helpful. No hassles when we broke stuff.