The place was incredibly easy to find and Sara was so welcoming, meeting us on the driveway and allowing us to check in approx 2hrs early at short notice, as we had driven about 4hrs from Wellington having left early in the morning.
Sara took the time to have a chat with us and introduce herself and let us know what to do if we needed any help with anything, which was great. She asked what time we would like breakfast for in the morning which was fantastic as well, rather than just dictating a time as some b&b's do.
The place itself was spotless, with robes, flip-flops, towels all provided. There was a lovely selection of different teas and coffees, fresh fruit etc. and a mini fridge with some milk, bottled water and a few beers for the evening! (Sara even made the extra effort and put the 'Lion Red' brand of beers in the fridge, as she knew we were there visiting the area on a trip watching the British Lions rugby matches - a lovely touch!!)
The bathroom was modern, well-lit and very clean and shiny with a nice, hot, powerful shower and several different luxury toiletries provided.
We went out on a Napier winery tour and returned in the evening when it began to rain. We made good use of the hot tub which was clean and easy to operate and had a soak in there with a couple of beers in the rain, which was great.
The bed was extremely comfortable and we both slept like babies when we eventually went inside. TV was good and easy to operate.
In the morning we had breakfast, as agreed at approx. 9am and Sara provided us with an amazing spread with fresh fruits, yoghurts, granola, croissants, french press coffee, tea, a homemade berry smoothie & a homemade pavlova. Wow!! It was all delicious and set us up for the day perfectly.
We had a great chat and a laugh with Sara in the morning when she provided breakfast and learnt a few things about the area and life in Napier. Sara was not overbearing at all and left us to enjoy our breakfast but we kept calling her back for a chat as she really was a fantastic host and great to talk to.
All in all, we had a brilliant stay and Sara's place will be the first place we look for as and when we make another trip back to Napier! Can't fault the accommodation or Sara, whatsoever. Perfect stay! Thank you Sara!