The photos of 'Number Twenty-four' don't do it justice. While we chose to stay at Helen's place because of the gorgeous location and the unbeatable price, we were blown away by how cosy and loveable the studio is. North-facing with stunning views of the bush and the wetlands, our place was warm, neat, clean and filled with thoughtful touches. Local cheese in the fridge, homemade cookies in a tin, an eclectic library to enjoy, and those lazyboy chairs -luckily there were two of them!
Helen and her husband Sam were down to earth, easy to get along with and ready to help with advice about where to go and what to see. I really appreciate the way they encourage their guests to spend some time exploring the surrounds of Dunedin and shopping local. Waitati is the most fairy tale-like village I have ever visited; apple trees line the streets and wild blackberries grow in the verges, and as you go to sleep the high tide of Blueskin Bay lulls you to sleep. This place is very special and we will definitely come again!