We were after a quiet break for a long weekend and that was exactly what we got. The house is private and Maxine was unabtrusive. The house was perfect as a base for a day trip to Dunedin, another to Mcraes, Ranfurly and a spot of fishing in the Teiri River and another day just doing nothing. The views from the house are stunning (especially from the bedroom), wildlife galore (seals, a sea lion but sadly no whales) and the house had everything in it we needed (including access to the vege garden). Maxine & Ernie even organised great weather for us. All in all, I have no hesitation in recommending Maxene & Ernies place for a few days away.