This stunning house is positioned in a large block of native bush, on the edge of a small valley complete with stream and glowworms! The garden and patio are great and birdlife is amazing. Lovely big bbq and brazier. Sunrise in the morning over the valley was great. The house itself is generously sized for a large group, it feels like it has evolved over time and now has 4 bedrooms, a large cozy lounge and a big kitchen / dining area. The bathroom with its open wall onto the bush is great (think listening to fantails while you shower) while the other bath is a real experience, bathing in a fire-heated tub while kereru and fantails swoop overhead!
A short drive to the manawatu gorge walk and a bit further to the ruahines, we'd have loved some more walks straight out the door, as the bush walk on the property is a short stroll. But a lovely place to chill out or base yourself for exploring the area. We definitely hope to come back ! Thanks for letting us stay and experience the birds and forest :)