I can't think of enough superlatives to describe Ellis's house and her hosting.

The house had every mod-con, a state of the art kitchen, beautiful decorations from all over the world, and a garden that felt like heaven. There was a glider out there with a canopy where you could sit, read your book, listen to the birds and relax.

Ellis not only left us all the breakfast essentials but wine, cheese, hot cross buns, and the most awesome, homemade, raspberry ice cream I've ever tasted! Then if that wasn't enough she took us on a wonderful tour of Christchurch which ended with a lovely walk on the beach.

I can't imagine staying at a better place. I HIGHLY recommend it!