I don't want to say how nice Aimee's place was because it'll be booked for sure the next time I want to stay . . . but I'll definitely be back if I can!
It's got space inside and out (a sun-shaded outdoor table and chairs in a private grassed area), operational glass houses to wander through, and even goats to say hello to over the fence in the paddocks out back.
It was really hot (by Wellington standards!) when I stayed so I kept the French doors open all day and all night.
It's totally private and away from any other houses but still only a few minutes from Hastings central, and it's just a walk across the road to the Hastings Farmers Market if you're there on a Saturday.
No kitchen or sink, but microwave, fridge, breakfast foods and spreads provided.
Thanks Aimee, be seeing you again . . .