Staying at Annemarie's was a memorable experience and I had the time of my life; she is incredibly knowledgeable on Ashburton and the Canterbury area at large and is full of helpful suggestions. Her home and gardens are absolutely lovely and the kitchen is so inviting you'll want to spend a lot of time there. She will help you with exploring the area and making the most of your visit. She also is a great conversationalist and has quite the sense of humor. I was at home the minute I arrived all due to her warmth and hospitality - I will miss her and the sweet town of Ashburton.