Guys: this is the place! We traveled through New Zealand for 6 weeks and were lucky to stay in a lot of great places with terrific hosts -- but Bruce and Jules and their Wild Thyme are huge standouts we will long remember.
Here's why: 1.) location is excellent, you're just 10 minute walk to restaurants and shops in the island's biggest town, Oneroa, yet you're on a peaceful hillside above Little Oneroa beach. The beach itself is lovely, locals vibe, pizza truck and etc. 2.) the apartment is beautiful, very large for 2, killer deck and fully stocked kitchen and everything you could ask for and then some. 3.) best of all are Bruce and Jules, who are just the most delightful and helpful folks. They respect your privacy but are totally available to help in any way. And they're just good people who are a lot of fun.
We're huge fans and you will be too. Enjoy!