Lovely place and good location if you want to spend time at the beach, if you plan to be at the Mount or at the shops it is a significant drive away. Papamoa markets were worth a look. The house was very clean, slightly smaller in space than I felt the pictures showed and the bunk room was very small. Great for a family, perhaps not as practical for a 'girls weekend' which was what we had planned. Close to the beach if you intend to spend your days lounging by the seaside - perfect spot for this as it is not the busier part of the beach so much more relaxed.