Stunning location - we didn't fully appreciate this until the second day when the clouds lifted and we realised Mt Ruapehu dominated the landscape from the street and also the deck! Quick walk to all the local amenities. Great river walk we could do from our door. Super comfy beds. Good communication with Ruth. Kitchen stocked with all the amenities we needed. We hired bikes from one of the many rental shops within walking distance. Had an absolutely lovely five days, thank you!