My husband and I spent a delightful and relaxing week at Alison’s place in the middle of winter. Fabulous weather was a bonus - but we would have had a lovely time regardless, thanks to the location, design and fit-out of the house. It’s just off the beach, on a rise, angled and with large windows and decks to enjoy spectacular sunrises and and sunsets, with lovely views over to Kapiti Island and to the hills. It’s also a short walk from lagoons and the river estuary.The house is spacious, beautifully decorated to create a comfortable, relaxing and inviting environment - and very generously equipped (eg vast supplies of good quality crockery, glasses and excellent appliances). It is warm (effective heat pump and, for extra cosiness and ambience, a wood burner) and quiet. The house was spotlessly clean. Check-in totally was straightforward, and a helpful manual quickly had us finding our way around. A welcoming vase of flowers and bottle of wine were lovely additional touches. Alison and Jonty were very helpful hosts, quick to respond to one or two minor questions we had. We will definitely be returning.