Gorgeous morning view out the windows, and the fireplace keeps the whole house cosy even on a rainy winters night. We saw kakariki, kereru, fantail, and silvereye in the trees just out the windows. There is a cafe with coffee and toasties within walking distance (700m) down on Palm beach that is next door to Arcadia and open much earlier than 10am. The hike back up is steep but not long and the walk is pretty.
We walked from the ferry to the house, but I would NOT recommend doing that with any luggage or a baby- the bus leaves right after the ferry gets in so head straight to it or rent a car :). Such a lovely beachy/ treetop house!