A hidden gem! We booked Bridget's place for the night mainly to break up the long drive from Queesntown to Franz Josef and it has been our best decision thus far :) Bridget is an amazing host with the warmest hospitality. Her place is cozy with a great view of nature and the mountains. There is everything you need in her place, from the basic kitchen utensils and toiletries to body lotion, perfume, sunscreen and a nail polish remover! There are also plenty of heaters and an electric blanket so you won't have to worry about the cold no matter what season it is in :) The black-out curtains are also a great touch as we could sleep in without being woken up by the early sunrise.
Bridget came to meet us personally when we arrived and is the warmest host we have met after staying in so many airbnb apartments :) We were shown around the place and she even prepared a small bottle of champagne as we were staying at her place over Christmas :) The next morning, she prepared a simple but warm breakfast for us before we continued on our long drive as there were not many places open on Christmas day. We are incredibly touched by Bridget's hospitality and will encourage everyone visiting the South Island to stay with her! :)