The Rose Retreat is a little two bedroom,1 bathroom cottage set in the countryside with beautiful gardens and a large flat lawn which is great for kids to run around on. Pros: The cottage is clean and nicely decorated with a big shower, full stove/oven, heat pump, sky TV, even though the building itself is a bit older. Gardens and setting are beautiful. Very quiet, yet still very close to Hamilton. Sheep in the paddock next door were a hit with our kid. Check in was very smooth and the owner was very responsive. Camarosa restaurant at the end of the road was great and has a little playground.
Things to be aware of: Kitchen only has an under-counter fridge (which was no problem for us). Couch is small and not the most comfortable. There is no mobile internet coverage. Wifi is provided free but doesnt work in all rooms and drops in and out. The cottage isn't totally private - you can see across to the greenhouses with workers and towards the owner's house, although at a distance.