Catherine was a charming host and responded thoughtfully to any request I made. However, the accommodation is compact and is really best for a shorter stay, not the long two-week stay that I booked it for. The best feature is the wonderful view of Mount Karioi and Flax Cove. But anyone dependent on walking into town needs to know that the road poses a big challenge; it's extremely steep!
Finally, Catherine was a most a warm and very welcoming host.