Tranquility, truly hits the nail on the head! Do as little, or as much as you please whilst based at Jim & Bridgette's old farm house - I ran to the top of Mt Tunupo (1568m/5+hrs), we walked/ran through the three adjoining nature reserves, helped move farm stock, swam in a nearby swimming hole/waterfall, wondered less than 500m up to the road to the large playground, hiked into Rangiwahia Hut for our 7 year old's first overnight experience, baked Easter cookies, and simply breathed and soaked up the fresh, quiet country air. We easily kept ourselves entertained for 7 nights, and we have a list of 'still-to-do' for next time.
We were well prepared with supplies, but we did have to make one trip to Taihape (less than 40min) for more petrol - a good chance to explore another small town.
Easter 2019 is solidly locked in our memory bank - Jim and Bridgette made us feel so welcome (a perfect balance of showing / sharing their patch of paradise, and leaving us to our own devices). We very much look forward to returning some day.